1) The document provides technical specifications for Canadian Solar's CS3K-275|280|285P polycrystalline solar modules, including electrical performance data, mechanical properties, temperature characteristics and certifications. 2) Key features of the modules include high power output of up to 285W, high efficiency up to 17.15%, low light-induced degradation of 1.1% on average, and low nominal module operating temperature of 43±2°C. 3) The modules have a 60-cell, polycrystalline design and measure 1675x992x40mm. They come with a 25-year linear power output warranty and 10-year product warranty.

1. Preliminary Technical
Information Sheet
Low power loss in cell
connection
Low LID (light-induced
degradation): avg. 1.1 %
Safer: lower hot spot
temperature
Low BoS costs with
1500 VDC
system voltage
Heavy snow load up to 5400 Pa,
wind load up to 2400 Pa
LID
More power output thanks to
low NMOT: 43 ± 2 °C
KuPOWER (1500 V)
CS3K-275|280|285P
Product CERTIFICATEs*
IEC 61215 / IEC 61730: 2005 & 2016: VDE / CE (Expected in middle of June, 2017)
* As there are different certification requirements in different markets, please contact
your local Canadian Solar sales representative for the specific certificates applicable to
the products in the region in which the products are to be used.
linear power output warranty
product warranty on materials
and workmanship
With Canadian Solar’s industry-pioneering black silicon cell
technology and the innovative LIC (Low Internal Current)
module technology, we will soon offer our global customers
poly modules that match or even exceed the wattage and
performance of mono modules.
The poly KuPower modules can reach up to 285 W with the
unique 2 “HIGH“ and 4 “LOW” features:
• Higher power classes for equivalent module sizes
• Module efficiency up to 17.15 %
• LOW LID (light-induced degradation): avg. 1.1 %
• LOW hot spot temperature, enhancing system reliability
• LOW temperature coefficient (Pmax): -0.39 % / °C
• LOW NMOT (Nominal Module Operating Temperature): 43 ± 2 °C
High eff. poly modules gen 3

2. mechanical Data
Specification Data
Cell Type Poly-crystalline, half 6 inch cells
Cell Arrangement 120 (20 ˣ 6 )
Dimensions 1675 ˣ 992 ˣ 40 mm
(65.9 ˣ 39.1 ˣ 1.57 in)
Weight 18.5 kg (40.8 lbs)
Front Cover 3.2 mm tempered glass
Frame Material Anodized aluminium alloy
J-Box IP68, 3 diodes
Cable 4.0 mm² & 12 AWG , 1160 mm (45.7 in)
Connector T4 series or UTX or MC4 series
Per Pallet 26 pieces
Per container (40‘ HQ) 728 pieces
temperature characteristics
Specification Data
Temperature Coefficient (Pmax) -0.39 % / °C
Temperature Coefficient (Voc) -0.31 % / °C
Temperature Coefficient (Isc) 0.053 % / °C
Nominal Module Operating Temperature 43±2 °C
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are not guaranteed. Due to on-going innovation, research and product enhancement,
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described herein. This datasheet is written in English with Chinese (or other language)
translation for reference only. In case there are inconsistencies or conflicts between the
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English version shall prevail and take control in all respects.
Caution: For professional use only. The installation and handling of PV modules requires
professional skills and should only be performed by qualified professionals. Please read the
safety and installation instructions before using the modules.
Electrical Data | STC*
CS3K 275P 280P 285P
Nominal Max. Power (Pmax) 275 W 280 W 285 W
Opt. Operating Voltage (Vmp) 31.0 V 31.2 V 31.4 V
Opt. Operating Current (Imp) 8.88 A 8.98 A 9.08 A
Open Circuit Voltage (Voc) 37.7 V 37.9 V 38.1 V
Short Circuit Current (Isc) 9.38 A 9.47 A 9.56 A
Module Efficiency 16.55% 16.85% 17.15%
Operating Temperature -40°C ~ +85°C
Max. System Voltage 1500 V (IEC) or 1000 V (UL)
Max. Series Fuse Rating 15 A
Application Classification Class A
Power Tolerance 0 ~ + 5 W
* Under Standard Test Conditions (STC) of irradiance of 1000 W/m2
, spectrum AM
1.5 and cell temperature of 25°C.
Electrical Data | NMOt*
CS3K 275P 280P 285P
Nominal Max. Power (Pmax) 200 W 204 W 208 W
Opt. Operating Voltage (Vmp) 28.3 V 28.5 V 28.7 V
Opt. Operating Current (Imp) 7.07 A 7.16 A 7.25 A
Open Circuit Voltage (Voc) 34.9 V 35.1 V 35.3 V
Short Circuit Current (Isc) 7.58 A 7.66 A 7.73 A
* Under Nominal Module Operating Temperature (NMOT), irradiance of 800 W/m2
,
spectrum AM 1.5, ambient temperature 20°C, wind speed 1 m/s.
Rear View Frame Cross Section A-A
Mounting Hole
ENGINEERING DRAWING (mm) CS3K-280P / I-V CURVES
10
9
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
0
V
A
10
9
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
0
5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45
V
A
5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50
1000 W/m2
800 W/m2
600 W/m2
400 W/m2
200 W/m2
5°C
25°C
45°C
65°C
40
30
11
2-R4.5
14
1160
1160
180
180
6-Φ5
Grounding
Hole
8-14x9
Mounting
Hole
1155
A A
900
40
951
992
1675