A High-Quality Thin Film CadTel Module Made in India, for India.
Series 7 modules combine First Solar’s thin film cadmium telluride (CadTel) technology with a larger form factor and an innovative new back rail mounting system to deliver improved efficiency, and unmatched lifetime energy performance for utility-scale PV projects. Developed in close collaboration with EPCs, structure and component providers, Series 7 modules are optimized for both form and function. Series 7 FT1 is made in India exclusively for the Indian utility-scale market and further enhances lifetime energy for your large-scale projects.
Download the Series 7 FT1 Datasheet
Up to 550Watts
Up to 19.7%Efficiency
25 YearLinear Performance Warranty
0.3%Warranted Annual Degradation Rate
Delivering Unmatched Value and Innovation
Larger Form Factor
More watts per install operation for lower BOS costs
Back Rail Mounting Design
Delivers fast and easy installation
Frameless Design
Improves soiling and snow shedding
More Lifetime Energy per Nameplate Watt
Industry’s best warranted annual degradation rate: 0.3%
Industry’s Only Cell Cracking Warranty
Immune to and warranted against power loss from cell cracking
Exceptional Performance
Superior temperature coefficient, spectral and shading response
Unrivaled Quality and Reliability
Singular manufacturing process with 100% QA/QC traceability
Leading Environmental Profile
Lowest carbon footprint, water footprint, and energy payback time
Made Responsibly in India
Comprehensive supply chain management with zero tolerance for forced labor
Innovative Back Rail Mounting System
Series 7 FT1 utilizes domestically sourced galvanized steel back rails and has been optimized for fixed-tilt applications.
Because there is no sunny-side frame to trap dirt and pooled water, this innovative design also promotes natural rain runoff, reduces soiling and improves energy performance.
Larger Module Form Factor
First Solar’s proprietary manufacturing process and CadTel technology allow more form factor flexibility because it is not constrained by industry standard cell or wafer sizes. Along with the added strength and rigidity of galvanized steel back rails, the 1215mm x 2300mm module design optimizes form and function without fear of power loss from cell cracking or other performance-related issues prevalent in crystalline silicon modules.
More Lifetime Energy per Nameplate Watt
Series 7 modules feature the industry’s best 0.3% warranty-backed annual degradation rate, and boast a superior temperature coefficient, spectral and shading response – delivering more lifetime energy per installed watt compared to leading bifacial crystalline silicon PV panels.
A Collaborative Process for Success
From day one, First Solar’s product engineering team has worked in deep collaboration with leading EPCs, structure and component providers to create a module that is part of an integrated system solution. By sharing designs and incorporating feedback from industry partners, First Solar has designed a module that is truly optimized for form, function, and cost.
Compare Series 7 Modules
Features |
Series 7 TR1525 - 550 watts / up to 19.7% efficiency |
Series 7 FT1525 - 550 watts / up to 19.7% efficiency |
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| More lifetime energy per nameplate watt from superior temperature coefficient, spectral response, shading behavior and industry’s best 0.3% warranted annual degradation rate | ||
| Innovative back rail mounting design for faster installation velocity vs. Series 6 | ||
| Dual junction box design reduces wire management complexity and cost | ||
| No power loss from LiD or LeTID | ||
| Immune to and warranted against power loss from cell cracking | ||
| Industry’s best environmental profile with the lowest carbon and water footprint, and fastest energy payback | ||
| Enhanced soiling performance from under-mount back rail mounting design | ||
| Enhanced BOS savings through fewer connections and less mounting hardware per watt | ||
| Overall lower LCOE for a competitive return on investment | ||
| Manufactured under one roof for unrivaled quality & reliability | ||
| Responsibly manufactured with zero tolerance for forced labor | ||
| Larger form factor for more watts per install operation | ||
| Application | Tracker | Fixed Tilt |
| Market | USA | India |
| Download the Datasheets | Datasheet | Datasheet |
