470-475 Watt Mono Solar Panel - High End REC Alpha Pure-RX Series - 172.8 x 120.5 cm

One of the most efficient solar panels you can buy in New Zealand. The REC Alpha Pure-RX delivers 470–475 watts and up to 22.8% panel efficiency from a single compact panel, using REC's advanced heterojunction (HJT) cell technology — so you generate more power from every square metre of roof. Ideal when roof space is limited and you want maximum output from a premium, tier-1 panel.

Built with gapless cell technology and backed by REC's 20-year product and 25-year power warranties, the Pure-RX still delivers 92% of its rated output after 25 years. It's certified for salt-mist and ammonia resistance and tested against 55 mm hail — equally at home on a coastal bach, a rural off-grid setup or a city rooftop in tough New Zealand conditions.

Why choose the REC Alpha Pure-RX

• Up to 22.8% panel efficiency — among the highest available, meaning more kWh from every m² of roof
• 470 W / 475 W output from a compact 2.08 m² panel
• 20-year product + 25-year power warranty — 92% output guaranteed at year 25
• Heterojunction (HJT) cells with a low -0.24%/°C temperature coefficient for strong hot-weather and low-light performance
• 55 mm hail resistance and a +7000 Pa / -4000 Pa load rating with 4-point clamping
• Certified for salt-mist (SM6) & ammonia resistance — built to last in NZ coastal and rural conditions
• Stäubli MC4 connectors & IP68 junction box for a reliable, weatherproof installation

Made in Singapore

Electrical Data (STC)

• Power Output (PMAX): 470 W / 475 W
• Watt Class Sorting: 0/+10 W (470 W) / 0/+5 W (475 W)
• Nominal Power Voltage (VMPP): 55.4 V / 55.5 V
• Nominal Power Current (IMPP): 8.49 A / 8.56 A
• Open Circuit Voltage (VOC): 65.7 V
• Short Circuit Current (ISC): 8.95 A / 9.00 A
• Power Density: 226 W/m² / 228 W/m²
• Panel Efficiency: 22.6% / 22.8%

STC: irradiance 1000 W/m², cell temperature 25°C, AM 1.5. Tolerance of PMAX, VOC and ISC ±3% within one watt class.

Temperature Coefficients

• PMAX: -0.24%/°C
• VOC: -0.24%/°C
• ISC: +0.04%/°C

Module Ratings

• Maximum System Voltage: 1000 V
• Maximum Series Fuse Rating: 25 A
• Maximum Reverse Current: 25 A
• Nominal Module Operating Temperature (NMOT): 44 ± 2°C
• Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to +80°C
• Maximum Hail Rating: 55 mm at 33.9 m/s
• Maximum Test Load (4-point clamping): +7000 Pa front / -4000 Pa rear
• Maximum Test Load (6-point clamping): +10000 Pa front / -6000 Pa rear
• Design Load: test load ÷ 1.5 safety factor (refer to the REC installation manual)

Warranty

• Product Warranty: 20 years (25 years under REC ProTrust)
• Power Warranty: 25 years
• Power in Year 1: 98%
• Annual Power Degradation: 0.25%
• Power in Year 25: 92%

REC ProTrust applies when the panels are installed and registered by an REC Certified Solar Professional, and includes a labour warranty for eligible systems. See recgroup.com for full conditions.

Product Specifications

• Cell Type: 88 half-cut REC heterojunction cells with gapless technology
• Glass: 3.2 mm solar glass with anti-reflective surface treatment (EN 12150 compliant)
• Backsheet: Highly resistant polymer (black)
• Frame: Anodised aluminium (black)
• Junction Box: 4-part, 4 bypass diodes, IP68 rated (IEC 62790 compliant)
• Connectors: Stäubli MC4 PV-KBT4/KST4 (4 mm²) (IEC 62852 compliant, IP68 when connected)
• Cable: 4 mm² solar cable, 1.5 m + 1.5 m (EN 50618 compliant)
• Dimensions: 1728 x 1205 x 30 mm (2.08 m²)
• Weight: 22.7 kg
• Panels per Pallet: 33
• Country of Origin: Made in Singapore

General Standards:

• IEC 61215:2021, IEC 61730:2023, UL 61730
• ISO 14001, ISO 9001, ISO 45001, IEC 62941

Specialised Standards:

• IEC 61701 Salt Mist Resistance (SM6)
• IEC 62716 Ammonia Resistance
• IEC 61215:2021 Hailstone Test (35 mm)
• IEC 61730 Fire Class C
• UL 61730 Fire Type 2
• ISO 11925-2 Ignitability (EN 13501-1 Class E)
• EN 13501-5 Roof Fire Performance (BROOF t2)
• IEC TS 63126 Level 1

Complete your rooftop install

Everything you need to mount, wire and store the power from your REC Alpha Pure-RX panels:

• Solar panel mounts & brackets — rail kits, Z-brackets and IP68 cable glands for tin, membrane and rural roofs.
• MPPT solar charge controllers — size a Victron SmartSolar MPPT to the panel's 65.7 V open-circuit voltage for off-grid or battery charging.
• Solar cable, MC4 connectors & fuses — matched 4–6 mm² solar cable, genuine connectors and string protection.
• Batteries — lithium (LiFePO4) and AGM banks to store the energy your array generates.

Not sure how many panels you need, or how to wire them together? Our AnyKit™ Solar Design Tool sizes the array, controller and battery for your roof and usage, and our guide on matching and combining solar panel models explains how to add panels safely.

About REC Group
Founded in 1996, REC Group is an international pioneer in the solar energy industry, committed to providing clean, affordable solar power solutions. REC delivers high-quality, innovative products with a low carbon footprint. Headquartered in Norway, with operational headquarters in Singapore, REC serves global markets with regional hubs in North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific.