500 W TOPCon solar panel with 204 cells. Voc 38.6 V · Isc 15.81 A · TcVoc -0.24%/°C.
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Voc
38.6 V
Vmpp
32.96 V
Isc
15.81 A
Impp
15.17 A
TcVoc
-0.24 %/°C
TcPmax
-0.26 %/°C
Pmax
500 W
Cells
204
Bifaciality
85%
Length
1906 mm
Width
1134 mm
Thickness
30 mm
Weight
26.3 kg
The JinkoSolar JKM500N-51QL6-BDV is a 500 W solar panel. Finding a compatible replacement requires matching the original electrical characteristics — particularly Voc, Vmpp, Isc, and temperature coefficients — to ensure safe operation within the same string.
Use the form above to find panels that match these specifications. Then verify the replacement in the String Compatibility Calculator with your inverter.
| Model | Power | Voc | Isc |
|---|---|---|---|
| 495 W | 38.35 V | 15.76 A | |
| 505 W | 38.85 V | 15.86 A | |
| 510 W | 39.1 V | 15.91 A | |
| 515 W | 39.35 V | 15.96 A | |
| 520 W | 39.6 V | 16.01 A |
The most critical specs to match are: cell count (must be exactly 204), Voc close to 38.6 V (within ±5%), and temperature coefficient TcVoc close to -0.24%/°C. If Voc differs significantly, the string voltage at extreme temperatures may shift outside the inverter's MPPT range. The replacement finder above pre-screens all candidates by these criteria.
A higher wattage panel usually has a higher Vmpp or Isc, which can affect string voltage and current. Small increases (up to 10–15%) are typically safe if the other electrical specs align. The replacement finder shows a compatibility score — 'Exact match' means the specs align closely. Always verify the replacement in the String Compatibility Calculator with your inverter before installation.
If the replacement has a significantly different Voc or Vmpp, the string voltage may shift outside the inverter's MPPT range, reducing energy production or causing faults. This effect is amplified at temperature extremes: at low temperatures, voltage rises by the TcVoc coefficient. The replacement finder automatically accounts for this — it scores candidates by how closely the electrical specs match the original JinkoSolar JKM500N-51QL6-BDV.