Yingli Solar — China
YL-38 HC
The Yingli Solar YL-38 HC is a 385W PERC solar panel with 18.5% efficiency. Backed by a 12-year warranty.
Budget TierFEOC: RestrictedBifacial
385W
Wattage
18.5%
Efficiency
PERC
Cell Type
12 years
Warranty
Full Specifications
- Brand
- Yingli Solar
- Model
- YL-38 HC
- Series
- YL
- Wattage
- 385W
- Module Efficiency
- 18.5%
- Cell Type
- PERC
- Dimensions
- 65-67" x 39-40"
- Weight
- 43 lbs
- Warranty
- 12 years
- Est. Price Per Watt
- $1.80
- Est. 7kW System Cost
- $12,600
- Est. 10kW System Cost
- $18,000
- Temperature Coefficient
- -0.35%/°C
- Bifacial
- Yes
- Origin
- China
- FEOC Status
- fail
Other Yingli Solar Panels
| Model | Wattage | Efficiency | Cell | $/W |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| YL 435W D Plus | 435W | 19.9% | PERC | $2.22 |
| YL 430W C | 430W | 19.8% | PERC | $2.19 |
| YL 425W A Ultra | 425W | 19.6% | PERC | $2.13 |
| YL 420W B All-Black | 420W | 19.5% | PERC | $2.10 |
| YL 415W A BF | 415W | 19.4% | PERC | $2.07 |
Similar Wattage Panels (Competitors)
| Panel | Wattage | Efficiency | $/W |
|---|---|---|---|
| Panasonic HIT 415W C | 415W | 22% | $3.94 |
| Panasonic HIT 415W E Max | 415W | 22% | $3.94 |
| SunPower Maxeon 415W C Plus | 415W | 22% | $4.12 |
| SunPower Maxeon 415W B Ultra | 415W | 22% | $4.12 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a 385W Yingli Solar YL-38 HC cost?
The Yingli Solar YL-38 HC costs approximately $693 per panel ($$1.80/W). A typical 7kW system using this panel would cost around $12,600 before incentives.
⚠ The 30% federal solar tax credit has ended — Section 25D expired December 31, 2025, and the Section 48E construction-start deadline passed July 4, 2026.
Selecting 30% ITC assumes you began construction before this deadline. Most new purchases no longer qualify.Learn about your options after the deadline →
Is the Yingli Solar YL-38 HC a good solar panel?
The Yingli Solar YL-38 HC has 18.5% efficiency and a 12 years warranty, placing it in the budget tier. This is a solid mid-range panel suitable for most residential installations.
How many Yingli Solar YL-38 HC panels do I need?
For a typical 7kW residential system, you'd need approximately 19 panels. For a 10kW system, plan for about 26 panels. The exact number depends on your roof space, energy usage, and local sun hours.