Trina Solar — China
SolaX 485W C All-Black
The Trina Solar SolaX 485W C All-Black is a 485W PERC solar panel with 22.6% efficiency. Backed by a 30-year warranty.
Standard Tier
FEOC: Restricted
485W
Wattage
22.6%
Efficiency
PERC
Cell Type
30 years
Warranty
Full Specifications
- Brand
- Trina Solar
- Model
- SolaX 485W C All-Black
- Series
- SolaX
- Wattage
- 485W
- Module Efficiency
- 22.6%
- Cell Type
- PERC
- Dimensions
- 78-82" x 39-41"
- Weight
- 56 lbs
- Warranty
- 30 years
- Est. Price Per Watt
- $2.76
- Est. 7kW System Cost
- $19,320
- Est. 10kW System Cost
- $27,600
- Temperature Coefficient
- -0.35%/°C
- Bifacial
- No
- Origin
- China
- FEOC Status
- fail
Other Trina Solar Panels
| Model | Wattage | Efficiency | Cell | $/W |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vertex 490W D | 490W | 22.8% | N-Type TOPCon | $2.81 |
| Honey 490W D | 490W | 22.8% | N-Type TOPCon | $2.81 |
| Tallmax 490W D | 490W | 22.8% | N-Type TOPCon | $2.81 |
| SolaX 490W D | 490W | 22.8% | N-Type TOPCon | $2.81 |
| Vertex S+ 490W D | 490W | 22.8% | N-Type TOPCon | $2.81 |
Similar Wattage Panels (Competitors)
| Panel | Wattage | Efficiency | $/W |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maxeon Maxeon 3 455W E Pro | 455W | 23.5% | $4.72 |
| Maxeon Maxeon 6 455W E Pro | 455W | 23.5% | $4.72 |
| Maxeon Maxeon 7 455W E Pro | 455W | 23.5% | $4.72 |
| Maxeon Maxeon Air 455W E Pro | 455W | 23.5% | $4.72 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a 485W Trina Solar SolaX 485W C All-Black cost?
The Trina Solar SolaX 485W C All-Black costs approximately $1339 per panel ($$2.76/W). A typical 7kW system using this panel would cost around $19,320 before incentives. After the 30% federal tax credit, your net cost drops to $13,524.
Is the Trina Solar SolaX 485W C All-Black a good solar panel?
The Trina Solar SolaX 485W C All-Black has 22.6% efficiency and a 30 years warranty, placing it in the standard tier. This is above-average efficiency, making it a strong choice.
How many Trina Solar SolaX 485W C All-Black panels do I need?
For a typical 7kW residential system, you'd need approximately 15 panels. For a 10kW system, plan for about 21 panels. The exact number depends on your roof space, energy usage, and local sun hours.