HIT Photovoltaic Module

HIT Power 240S VBHN240SA06

R&D Improvement of cell efficiency to reduce

technology - carrier recombination loss

- optical absorption loss

adaptation - resistance loss

Application of three tabs New

21.6%*
- Reducing electrical loss between the cell
fingers and tabs
- Making the tab width thinner to expand the
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light receiving surface design

R&D Improvement of cell efficiency to reduce

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Reducingabsorption
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adaptation -incoming
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light
- Improving generated electricity levels in
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* 21.6% Cell Conversion Efficiency

Application of three tabs
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Ultra-thin amorphous silicon layer
Ultra High Efficiency & Superior Real World Performance
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Reducing reflection and scattering of Thin mono
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Most PTC Power 223.5W incoming light
Benefit in Terms of Performance
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Power Guarantee
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20-Year Power Output and 10-Year Product Workmanship Warranty. are available solely
21.1%
10%up
from Panasonic.
18.6% 186 W/m2

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 HIT Power 240S

Electrical Specifications Dimensions and Weight

Model HIT Power 240S or VBHN240SA06
Rated Power (Pmax)1 240 W
Maximum Power Voltage (Vpm) 43.7 V
Maximum Power Current (Ipm) 5.51 A
Open Circuit Voltage (Voc) 52.4 V
Short Circuit Current (Isc) 5.85 A
Temperature Coefficient (Pmax) -0.30%/ °C
Temperature Coefficient (Voc) -0.126 V/ °C
Temperature Coefficient (Isc) 1.76 mA/ °C
NOCT 118.9°F (48.3°C)
CEC PTC Rating 223.5 W
Cell Efficiency 21.6%
Module Efficiency 19.0%
Watts per Ft.2 17.70 W
Maximum System Voltage 600 V
Series Fuse Rating 15 A
Warranted Tolerance (-/+) -0% / +10%

Mechanical Specifications
Internal Bypass Diodes 3 Bypass Diodes
HIP215NKHA5090209
Module Area 13.56 Ft2 (1.26m2)
Fig.2
Weight 33.1 Lbs. (15kg)
Dimensions LxWxH 62.2x31.4x1.4 in. (1580x798x35 mm) Dependence of I – V Characteristics on Irradiance (Reference)
Cable Length +Male/-Female 40.55/34.64 in. (1030/880 mm) TYPE: HIT Power 215N
Cable Size / Type No. 12 AWG / PV Cable
Connector Type3 Multi-Contact® Type IV (MC4TM)
Dependence on IrradianceCell temperature：25℃
Static Wind / Snow Load 50 PSF (2.400 Pa)
6.00
Pallet Dimensions LxWxH 63.2x32x.65 in. (1607x815x1650 mm) 1000W/m 2
Quantity per Pallet / Pallet Weight 40 pcs./1388.9 Lbs (630 kg)
5.00
Quantity per 40’ Container 560 pcs. 2
800W/m
Quantity per 20’ Container 280 pcs.
4.00
Current (A)

600W/m 2
Operating Conditions & Safety Ratings
Current[A]

3.00
Ambient Operating Temperature2 -4°F to 115°F (-20°C to 46°C)
400W/m 2
Hail Safety Impact Velocity 1” hailstone (25mm) at 52 mph (23m/s) 2.00
Fire Safety Classification Class C
Safety & Rating Certifications UL 1703, cUL, CEC 200W/m 2
1.00

Limited Warranty 10 Years Workmanship, 20 Years Power Output

1
STC: Cell temp. 25°C, AM1.5, 1000W/m2 0.00
2
Monthly average low and high of the installation site. 0 10 20 30 40 50 60
Note: Specifications and information above may change without notice. Voltage[V]
3
Safety locking clip (PV-SSH4) is not supplied with the module. Voltage (V)

HIT is a registered trademark of Panasonic Group. The name “HIT“ comes from “Heterojunction with intrinsic Thin-layer”
which is an original technology of Panasonic Group.

CAUTION! Please read the installation manual carefully before using the products.
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