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Trina Solar TSM-720NEG21C.20

Official manufacturer GLOBAL verified Sept. 3, 2026

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Identity

category pv_modules
generation N-type i-TOPCon Ultra
manufacturer Trina Solar
market_version 1500 V DC (IEC); 1500 V DC (UL)
model TSM-720NEG21C.20
mpn UNKNOWN
product_family Vertex N TSM-NEG21C.20 715-740W
product_status active
region GLOBAL
release_year UNKNOWN
series Vertex N
sku UNKNOWN

Electrical

application_class UNKNOWN
bifacial True
bifaciality_factor_pct 80
cell_technology N-type TOPCon monocrystalline, 132 cells, bifacial dual-glass (Vertex N) disputed
connector_type MC4 EVO2 / TS4 Plus / TS4
dimensions_mm 2384x1303x33
extra {'power_bins_w': [715, 720, 725, 730, 735, 740], 'power_bin_table': [{'pmax_w': 715, 'model': 'TSM-715NEG21C.20', 'voc_v': 49.2, 'vmp_v': 41.1, 'isc_a': 18.44, 'imp_a': 17.4, 'efficiency_pct': 23.0}, {'pmax_w': 720, 'model': 'TSM-720NEG21C.20', 'voc_v': 49.4, 'vmp_v': 41.3, 'isc_a': 18.49, 'imp_a': 17.44, 'efficiency_pct': 23.2}, {'pmax_w': 725, 'model': 'TSM-725NEG21C.20', 'voc_v': 49.6, 'vmp_v': 41.5, 'isc_a': 18.54, 'imp_a': 17.47, 'efficiency_pct': 23.3}, {'pmax_w': 730, 'model': 'TSM-730NEG21C.20', 'voc_v': 49.9, 'vmp_v': 41.7, 'isc_a': 18.58, 'imp_a': 17.51, 'efficiency_pct': 23.5}, {'pmax_w': 735, 'model': 'TSM-735NEG21C.20', 'voc_v': 50.1, 'vmp_v': 41.9, 'isc_a': 18.62, 'imp_a': 17.55, 'efficiency_pct': 23.7}, {'pmax_w': 740, 'model': 'TSM-740NEG21C.20', 'voc_v': 50.3, 'vmp_v': 42.1, 'isc_a': 18.66, 'imp_a': 17.58, 'efficiency_pct': 23.8}], 'cell_count': '132 cells', 'cell_layout': 'UNKNOWN', 'fire_type': 'UNKNOWN', 'bifacial_gain_note': 'Datasheet prints a BNPI column group at front 1000 W/m2 / rear 135 W/m2, and 5% & 10% backside power gain scenarios. Bin-level BNPI values not transcribed.'}
imp_a 17.4 disputed
isc_a 18.44 disputed
max_reverse_current_a UNKNOWN
max_series_fuse_rating_a 35
max_system_voltage_label 1500V DC (IEC); 1500V DC (UL)
max_system_voltage_v 1500
module_efficiency_pct 23.2
nmot {'pmax_w': 'UNKNOWN', 'voc_v': 'UNKNOWN', 'vmp_v': 'UNKNOWN', 'isc_a': 'UNKNOWN', 'imp_a': 'UNKNOWN', 'conditions': 'NOCT: Irradiance at 800W/m2, Ambient Temperature 20 degC, Wind Speed 1m/s', 'note': "The datasheet prints a combined 'STC & NOCT & BNPI' table. Two independent extraction passes of the NOCT column group returned values inconsistent with each other (one pass returned the BNPI / rear-side-gain column group instead). No NOCT bin values are recorded rather than risk a wrong or cross-column value. NOCT temperature 43 degC (+/-2 degC) and the NOCT test conditions WERE read reliably and are recorded."}
nmot_c 43
pmax_w 720
power_tolerance 0~+5W
protection_class UNKNOWN
rated_power_w 720
stc_conditions STC: 1000 W/m2, AM1.5, 25 degC (datasheet states Irradiance 1000W/m2, Cell Temperature 25 degC, Air Mass AM1.5)
temp_coeff_isc 0.04 %/degC
temp_coeff_isc_pct_per_c 0.04
temp_coeff_pmax -0.29 %/degC
temp_coeff_pmax_pct_per_c -0.29
temp_coeff_voc -0.24 %/degC
temp_coeff_voc_pct_per_c -0.24
vmp_v 41.1 disputed
voc_v 49.2 disputed
weight_kg 38.3

Physical / mechanical

backsheet not applicable (dual glass)
bypass_diodes UNKNOWN
cable_cross_section_mm2 4.0
cable_length_mm Portrait: 370/230 mm (14.57/9.06 inches); Length can be customized
connector_type TS4 / TS4 Plus / MC4 EVO2
depth_mm 33
dimensions_mm 2384x1303x33
frame 33mm (1.30 inches) Anodized Aluminium Alloy
frame_colour UNKNOWN
glass Front: 2.0 mm (0.08 inches), AR Coating Heat Strengthened Glass; Back: 2.0 mm (0.08 inches), Heat Strengthened Glass
glass_construction dual glass
glass_thickness_mm 2.0
junction_box IP 68 rated
length_mm 2384
weight_kg 38.3
width_mm 1303

Installation

bolt_torque M8 bolt + 2 flat washers + spring washer + nut, 16-20 N.m (manual p.15); tracker M6 bolt 16-20 N.m (pp.22-23)
cable_min_bend_radius_mm 43
clamp_requirements clamp overlap on the frame 8-12 mm; clamp length >= 50 mm, thickness >= 4 mm (manual pp.17-21) disputed
design_load_note DE21 series (the 2384x1303 Vertex N format): uplift load <= 2400 Pa, downforce load <= 5400 Pa; mechanical loads = design loads x 1.5 safety coefficient (manual pp.15,17)
grounding star washer penetrating the anodized frame coating, torque 3-7 N.m; grounding wire 4-16 mm2 solid bare copper; resistance < 1 ohm (manual p.23) disputed
installation_temperature_range_c -20 to +50 ambient, limits -40 to +85 (manual p.3)
max_installation_altitude_m 2000
minimum_clearance_to_surface_mm 155
minimum_tilt_deg 10
mounting_hole 4 x phi 9 x 14 mm mounting holes in the frame (manual p.15)
mounting_methods Screw (M8 bolt) mounting or clamp mounting; single-axis tracker mounting with M6 bolts (Trina Vertex Series User Manual pp.15-23) disputed
orientation_allowed ['portrait', 'landscape']
stacking_restriction vertical landscape packages: no more than two layers; vertical portrait packages: stacking not allowed (manual p.4); repacked horizontal stacks <= 16 modules (pp.9-10)

Environment

ammonia IEC62716 certified
fire_rating UNKNOWN
hail UNKNOWN
max_static_load_front_pa UNKNOWN
max_static_load_rear_pa UNKNOWN
operating_temperature_c -40~+70 (2025_C global datasheet)
pid UNKNOWN
salt_mist IEC61701 certified
salt_mist_resistance IEC 61701 tested; 50-500 m from the sea requires stainless steel or aluminium mounting materials (manual p.3)
snow_load UNKNOWN
storage_temperature_c -40 to +50, RH < 85% (manual p.9)
wind_load UNKNOWN

Protection

fuse_sizing_rule 1.5 x ISC <= In <= Max Series Fuse Rating (IEC) or 1.56 x ISC <= In <= Max Series Fuse Rating (NEC) (manual pp.26-27)

Certifications

standards ['IEC61215', 'IEC61730', 'IEC61701', 'IEC62716', 'ISO 9001', 'ISO 14001', 'ISO 14064', 'ISO 45001', 'ISO 14067']

Warranty & service

annual_degradation_pct 0.4
first_year_degradation_pct 1.0
performance_years 30
product_years 12
retained_power_at_year 30
retained_power_end_pct 87.4

Documents

datasheet N-type i-TOPCon Ultra BIFACIAL DUAL GLASS MONOCRYSTALLINE MODULE TSM-NEG21C.20 715-740W rev DT-M-0042-G-EN-J / TSM_EN_2025_C
datasheet TSM-NEG21C.20 695-720W (North America datasheet) rev TSM_NA_EN_2024_A
installation-manual Trina Solar User Manual | Vertex Series Modules rev UM-M-0002 / Ver. O
installation-manual Trina Solar Vertex Series Modules User Manual rev UM-M-0002G
warranty {# Located but never retrieved: listed, but deliberately not linked, and it backs no stored value. #} Global Limited Warranty for Trinasolar Brand Crystalline Solar Photovoltaic Modules — located, not retrieved rev PS-M-0135-G-EN-AC

Recorded conflicts

physical.glass Review required
Back: 2.0 mm Heat Strengthened Glass — Global datasheet TSM_EN_2025_C
Back: 2.0 mm Heat Strengthened Glass (White Coating) — North America datasheet TSM_NA_EN_2024_A
Fire Type 29 or Class C — North America datasheet TSM_NA_EN_2024_A (fire rating, recorded here as a note)
environment.operating_temperature_c Review required
-40~+70 degC — Global datasheet TSM_EN_2025_C (DT-M-0042-G-EN-J)
-40~+85 degC — North America datasheet TSM_NA_EN_2024_A
electrical.isc_a Review required
18.44 — stored value
18.49 — incoming package
Detected during import pv-top5-full-portfolio-2026-09-03
electrical.voc_v Review required
49.2 — stored value
49.4 — incoming package
Detected during import pv-top5-full-portfolio-2026-09-03
installation.grounding Review required
star washer penetrating the anodized frame coating, torque 3-7 N.m; grounding wire 4-16 mm2 solid bare copper; resistance < 1 ohm (manual p.23) — stored value
All module frames and mounting racks must be properly grounded; recommended wire 4-16 mm2 / 12-6 AWG solid bare copper; grounding screw torque 3-7 N.m (Vertex Series User Manual) — incoming package
Detected during import pv-top5-full-portfolio-2026-09-03
installation.clamp_requirements Review required
clamp overlap on the frame 8-12 mm; clamp length >= 50 mm, thickness >= 4 mm (manual pp.17-21) — stored value
Manual, NEG21C.20 rows: screw installation, mounting rails parallel to long-side frame - 'Uplift load <= 2400 Pa, Downforce load <= 2800Pa'; clamp installation, 4 clamps on long side, rails perpendicular, A = (440 - 540) mm - 'Uplift load <= 2400 Pa, Downforce load <= 5400 Pa'; single-axis, distance between mounting holes 400mm - 'Uplift load <= 2200 Pa, Downforce load <= 2200 Pa'. Clamp minimum length >=50 mm, thickness >=4 mm, aluminium alloy 6005-T5/T6, frame overlap at least 8 mm but not more than 12 mm. Design loads = mechanical loads / 1.5 safety factor. — incoming package
Detected during import pv-top5-full-portfolio-2026-09-03
installation.mounting_methods Review required
Screw (M8 bolt) mounting or clamp mounting; single-axis tracker mounting with M6 bolts (Trina Vertex Series User Manual pp.15-23) — stored value
Vertex Series User Manual (UM-M-0002 Ver. O) permits screw/bolt installation (M6/M8), clamp installation (minimum 4 clamps per module) and single-axis tracker installation — incoming package
Detected during import pv-top5-full-portfolio-2026-09-03
electrical.cell_technology Review required
N-type TOPCon monocrystalline, 132 cells, bifacial dual-glass (Vertex N) — stored value
N-type i-TOPCon Monocrystalline, 132 cells, bifacial dual glass (Vertex N) — incoming package
Detected during import pv-top5-full-portfolio-2026-09-03
electrical.imp_a Review required
17.4 — stored value
17.44 — incoming package
Detected during import pv-top5-full-portfolio-2026-09-03
electrical.vmp_v Review required
41.1 — stored value
41.3 — incoming package
Detected during import pv-top5-full-portfolio-2026-09-03

Additional documented parameters

Recorded verbatim from the source; no schema field exists for these yet.

BNPI conditionfront 1000W/m2, rear 135W/m2
Fire Rating (NA sheet)Type 29 or Class C
PackagingModules per box: 33 pieces; Modules per 40' container: 594 pieces
Power Bifaciality80+/-5%

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