{"product_id":"rec-420w-alpha-pure-r-series-all-black-mc4-solar-panels","title":"REC 420W Alpha Pure-R Series All Black MC4 Solar Panels","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIlluminate Your Space with REC 420W Alpha Pure-R Series All Black MC4 Solar Panels\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThinking of installing a solar panel in your home, farm, or garden office? Look no further. These solar panels are reliable, efficient, and cost-effective with an attractive payback period. Well-designed in a durable black frame, these panels are suitable for domestic, farm, garden office, and similar rooftop installations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eREC 420W Alpha Pure-R Series All Black MC\u003c\/strong\u003e4 solar panel is a 420W monocrystalline premium PV module 80 half-cut REC heterojunction cells with  lead-free, gapless technology which, thanks to its half-cell configuration, offers high power output, a better temperature coefficient, lower efficiency loss against shading, and higher resistance to mechanical loads. REC solar panels are made in Singapore and come with a 20-year product warranty and a 25-year power warranty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for off-grid photovoltaic solar energy installations, these panels stand out for their incredible quality\/price ratio and their great power in a small size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eADVANCED TECHNOLOGY\u003c\/strong\u003e Heterojunction (HJT) Cell Technology\u003cspan\u003e combines the benefits of crystalline and thin-film silicon for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003emaximum energy yield\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eminimal degradation\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e over time. Gapless Cell Layout - Innovative design uses the entire panel surface to generate more power, increasing the active area and boosting power density up to 223 W\/m².\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSUPERIOR PERFORAMANCE:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003ePerforms well even in shaded or low-light conditions, maximizing energy production throughout the day. Thanks to N-type technology the panel is No Light-Induced Degradation (LID), ensuring you get the power you pay for from day one. Less than 2 m² in size but delivers high power, making it ideal for maximizing output from limited rooftop space.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLONG DURABILITY AND WARRANTY:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003eWithstands up to \u003c\/span\u003e7000 Pa\u003cspan\u003e of mechanical load, offering strong protection against harsh weather\u003c\/span\u003e. \u003cspan\u003e25-Year ProTrust Warranty covers product, performance, and labour, providing peace of mind and industry-leading support. Solder-free cell connections reduce the risk of microcracks and cell damage, increasing long-term durability\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMust be installed by a licensed technician or electrician.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn the Box:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eREC 420W Monocrystalline Solar Panel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eREC 420W Monocrystalline Solar Panel Installation Manual.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDelivery:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTWO WORKING DAY SHIPPING if ordered by 5 PM on a working day (longer to the Scottish Highlands, Islands, and Northern Ireland).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetailed specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"472\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"472\" style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRated (Peak) Power (Wp)\u003c\/strong\u003e: 420W in Standard 1000w\/m2 solar light\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOpen Circuit Voltage (Voc)\u003c\/strong\u003e: 59.4V (Vmp =50.0V)  \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 6.15625px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 6.15625px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShort Circuit Current (Isc)\u003c\/strong\u003e: 8.89A (Imp = 8.40A)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEfficiency\u003c\/strong\u003e: 21.7%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCell Type\u003c\/strong\u003e: Monocrystalline Silicon\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"472\" style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConnector Type\u003c\/strong\u003e: MC4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNet Weight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 21.5 KG\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e  1730 X 1118 X 30mm\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMounting hole gap:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e1077 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"customer-reviews\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"row\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHOW GOOD IS THE REC PANEL?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eREC is considered an industry leader, renowned for manufacturing some of the best solar panels globally. The company operates as a fully vertically-integrated entity, producing all components in-house, ensuring complete control over quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWHERE ARE REC SOLAR PANELS MADE?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFounded in Norway in 1996, REC Group, originally manufacturing in Norway and Sweden, transitioned to full automation in 2010. Currently, REC produces 26 million solar panels annually in its production plant in Singapore.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWHO MANUFACTURES REC SOLAR PANELS?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eREC, headquartered in Norway with operational headquarters in Singapore, employs over 2,000 people globally. In 2021, it was acquired by Reliance New Energy Solar, a part of the Indian conglomerate, Reliance Industries, from its original parent company, China Bluestar Group.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWHAT CURRENT CLASS IS REC?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eREC solar modules are classified as Class A according to the IEC 61730-2 standard. For roof installations, proper ventilation is recommended between the modules' backsheet and the mounting surface, ensuring fire resistance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIS REC TIER 1?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eREC produces Tier 1 panels with a 20-year product warranty and a 25-year performance warranty. Additionally, REC panels are certified as corrosion-resistant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWHAT ARE TIER 1 SOLAR PANELS?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTier 1 solar panels are manufactured using the highest-quality silicon, enhancing their performance. Advanced robotic methods are employed by Tier 1 manufacturers to regulate the production process, minimizing human errors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHOW LONG DO TIER 1 SOLAR PANELS LAST?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTier 1 solar panels come with an industry-standard warranty of 25 years or longer. In practice, these panels often surpass this timeframe, ensuring efficiency above 80% after 25 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWHAT IS THE EFFICIENCY OF REC PANELS?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eREC solar panels exhibit efficiency ranging from 19.1% to 22.3%. The company provides a materials and performance warranty lasting up to 25 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eARE HALF-CELL SOLAR PANELS BETTER?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, half-cell modules are considered better as they offer higher power output and greater efficiency and reliability than their full-cell counterparts. This results in time and cost savings for installers, requiring fewer panels to generate the same power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"row\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eREC Solar Panels Expert Review\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003ciframe data-dashlane-frameid=\"621\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\" title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/OFprqFYL5v0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"RedCap","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53151292096848,"sku":"REC420AA-PURE-R-AB","price":139.89,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0928\/7437\/5504\/files\/Rec_alpha_pure-R.webp?v=1781567142","url":"https:\/\/redcaplab.co.uk\/products\/rec-420w-alpha-pure-r-series-all-black-mc4-solar-panels","provider":"RedCap","version":"1.0","type":"link"}