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LONGi 415W Hi-MO 6 Explorer Solar Panel vs REC Alpha Pure-R 430W Bifacial Solar Panel
Spec-by-spec comparison of the LONGi 415W Hi-MO 6 Explorer Solar Panel and REC Alpha Pure-R 430W Bifacial Solar Panel, with editorial commentary on which fits which use case.
| LONGi 415W Hi-MO 6 Explorer Solar Panel Solar Panel | REC Alpha Pure-R 430W Bifacial Solar Panel Solar Panel | |
|---|---|---|
| Price (MSRP) | $124 | $236 |
| Status | Active | Active |
| Wattage (Pmax) | 415 W | 430 W |
| Module efficiency (STC) | 21.3% | 22.3% |
| Cell type | MONO | HJT |
| Bifacial | No | Yes |
| Open-circuit voltage (Voc) | 38.53 V | 59.7 V |
| Short-circuit current (Isc) | 13.92 A | 8.91 A |
| Voltage at Pmax (Vmp) | 32.24 V | 50.5 V |
| Current at Pmax (Imp) | 12.88 A | 8.52 A |
| Front glass | Single glass, 3.2mm coated tempered glass | 0.13 in solar glass with anti-reflective surface treatment in accordance with EN12150 |
| Frame | Anodized aluminum alloy frame | Anodized aluminum (Black) |
| Output cable | 4 mm² | - |
| Cable length | 1200 mm | 1400 mm |
| Dimensions | 1722 × 1134 × 30 mm | 1730 × 1118 × 30 mm |
| Weight | 20.8 kg | 21.5 kg |
| Mechanical load | 5400 Pa front / 2400 Pa back | 7000 Pa front / 4000 Pa back |
| Operating temp. | -40°C to 85°C | -40°C to 80°C |
| Product warranty | 15 years | 20 years |
| Performance warranty | 25 years | 25 years |
| Connector type | - | STAUBLI |
| Temp. coefficient (Pmax) | - | -0.24 %/°C |
| Temp. coefficient (Voc) | - | -0.24 %/°C |
| Temp. coefficient (Isc) | - | 0.04 %/°C |
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Where each one wins
REC Alpha Pure-R REC430AA wins on wattage (415W vs 430W), efficiency (21.3% vs 22.3%), product warranty (15 years vs 20 years), price ($124.5 vs $236.5). Higher wattage means fewer panels for the same system size. On a typical 8 kW residential array that is 15 fewer or extra watts per panel — meaningful when roof space is constrained.
The right pick depends on which dimensions matter most to you. The spec table above lays out the full envelope; the chat panel below answers "which one for {use case}" if you want a directed recommendation.
LONGi
415W Hi-MO 6 Explorer Solar Panel
$124
Best for
- ✓ budget-conscious installs
- ✓ large roof areas with no efficiency constraint
Watch out for
- ! Product warranty is only 15 years — shorter than premium tier-1 panels
REC
Alpha Pure-R 430W Bifacial Solar Panel
$236
Best for
- ✓ tight roof spaces wanting maximum watts/m²
- ✓ ground-mount or albedo-friendly install with bifacial gain
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