Find replacement for RECOM RCM-555-SDMS1

555 W PERC solar panel with 345 cells. Voc 47.2 V · Isc 15.07 A · TcVoc -0.27%/°C.

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Panel not in the catalogue?

4 of the 4,444 panels in the catalogue can replace RECOM RCM-555-SDMS1. Before you buy, check your pick in the string calculator with your inverter.

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Good match

Small differences within tolerance — safe once verified in the calculator with your inverter.

Match 83–94 % · 3 models

RECOM RCM-550-SDMS1 — Open the panel page
550 WPERCsame series
94 %
RECOM RCM-545-SDMS1 — Open the panel page
545 WPERCsame series
89 %
RECOM RCM-540-SDMS1 — Open the panel page
540 WPERCsame series
83 %

Acceptable

Noticeable differences — the string voltage and current need a careful check.

Match 78 % · 1 model

RECOM RCM-535-SDMS1 — Open the panel page
535 WPERCsame series
78 %

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Original Panel Specs

Voc

47.2 V

Vmpp

39.2 V

Isc

15.07 A

Impp

14.17 A

TcVoc

-0.27 %/°C

TcPmax

-0.34 %/°C

Pmax

555 W

Cells

345

Bifaciality

70%

Length

2384 mm

Width

1096 mm

Thickness

35 mm

Weight

32.5 kg

The RECOM RCM-555-SDMS1 is a 555 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.

Other models in this series

Model	Power	Voc	Isc
RCM-530-SDMS1	530 W	46.7 V	14.56 A
RCM-535-SDMS1	535 W	46.8 V	14.65 A
RCM-540-SDMS1	540 W	46.9 V	14.76 A
RCM-545-SDMS1	545 W	47 V	14.86 A
RCM-550-SDMS1	550 W	47.1 V	14.97 A

Frequently Asked Questions

What specs must match when replacing the RECOM RCM-555-SDMS1?

The most critical specs to match are: cell count (must be exactly 345), Voc close to 47.2 V (within ±5%), and temperature coefficient TcVoc close to -0.27%/°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.

Can I use a higher wattage replacement for the RECOM RCM-555-SDMS1?

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.

What happens if the replacement panel has different voltage specs?

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 RECOM RCM-555-SDMS1.

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