Do new solar panels "settle" in?

the kyoceras are notorious for over-performing which is generally a good thing.  when sizing a controller, remember to take array isc x 1.56 nec correction factor for controller and wiring sizing.

thank you very much for the heads up on the specs.  with 4000 things, some changes slip through.  we hope to have it fixed by the weekend.

your asc should be fine as the math works out to be .4a over 12a.  that includes using listed isc and correction factor.

all modules will wear gradually but only thin film show meaningful changes in the first 6 months to the best of my knowledge.

cheers,

james
AltE staff

The current "peaks" you've observed may be the result of what some people call "Edge of Cloud" events.  It is called that because momentary performance peaks have been observed as the sun emerges from a cloud. I believe that these current peaks are the result of sunlight suddenly hitting panels that have had a chance to cool down while the sun was behind the cloud.  If you look at the spec-sheet for your panel, it shows that improved performance with cooler temperatures.  Others may have different explanations, but this is MHO.

I have 5 (85-watt) kyocera panels in parallel, and I should see current readings of no more than 25.1 amps.  I've seen peaks in excess of 29 amps last winter, but not more than 26 amps during on any recent hot summer day. 

So, to answer your question, I believe that you'll continue to see those current peaks, especially in cool weather. 

John