
First Solar • series 6 plus bifacial 455-480w
FS-6480-P-B480W
Key Features
- Under-mount frame provides the cleaning and snowshedding benefits of a frameless module while protecting edges against breakage
- Innovative SpeedSlots combine the robustness of bottom mounting with the speed of top clamping while utilizing fewer fasteners to achieve the industry’s fastest installation times and lowest mounting hardware costs
- Dual junction box design reduces wire management complexity and cost
- Manufactured under one roof with 100% traceable QA/QC
- Independently tested and certified for reliable performance that exceeds IEC standards in high temperature, high humidity, extreme desert and coastal applications
- Inherently immune to and warranted against power loss from cell cracking
- Durable glass/glass construction
- Industry’s best (0.3%) warranted degradation rate
- Superior temperature coefficient, spectral response and shading behavior
- Unlike crystalline silicon modules, First Solar’s thin film technology does not experience losses from LID or LeTID
- Anti-reflective coated glass enhances energy production
- Added bifacial energy yield
- Fastest energy payback time in the industry
- Carbon footprint that is 2.5X lower and a water footprint that is 3X lower than mono crystalline silicon panels on a life cycle basis
- Global PV module recycling services available through First Solar or customer-selected third-party
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Ideal Use Case
The First Solar FS-6480-P-B is designed for specific solar energy applications. This panel is an excellent choice if you:
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Product FAQ
How many First Solar FS-6480-P-B panels do I need for my home?
The number of panels depends on your energy consumption and roof area. At 480W per panel, a typical 10kW residential system requires about 21 modules. Use our Solar Roof Calculator to get a precise layout based on your actual roof dimensions.
What is the efficiency of First Solar FS-6480-P-B?
This panel has an efficiency of 19%, using Bifacial cell technology. Higher efficiency means more electricity per square meter, which is especially valuable when roof space is limited.
Can I get more power from the bifacial First Solar FS-6480-P-B?
Yes. Since this is a Bifacial module, it can capture sunlight from both sides. Depending on the reflectivity (albedo) of your roof surface, you can see a gain of 5% to 25% in total energy yield.
What are the dimensions of the First Solar FS-6480-P-B?
The module dimensions are 0mm × 0mm × 0mm. Always account for these measurements plus fire setbacks and mounting clearances when planning your solar layout.
Is First Solar FS-6480-P-B compatible with standard inverters?
Yes, these panels work with most string and hybrid inverters. However, you must check the Voc (Open Circuit Voltage) and Imp (Current at Max Power) against your inverter's MPPT specs.
