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Silfab Review 2026

Silfab manufactures 4 models across solar panels. Efficiency range 20.4%–21.8%.

Headquartered in United States · Manufacturing in United States

Founded 1995 · Headquartered in Mississauga, Ontario, Canada

Parent company: Silfab Solar Inc. (private)

92
SolarSpec Score
A
Grade A
across 4 models
✓ 3/4 datasheet-verified (75%)
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Silfab at a glance

1.5 GW
Annual shipments
3%
US residential share
31+ yr
In business (since 1995)
Headquarters
Mississauga, Ontario, Canada
Product Lines
1 category
Solar Panels
Manufacturing
Canada · United States
Primary Market
US · Canada

Certifications: IEC 61215 · IEC 61730 · UL 1703 · CEC Listed · Buy American Act · ARRA-compliant

Warranty: 25-yr product · 30-yr performance

Key milestones

  • 1995 Founded in Canada
  • 2018 Opened US factory in Bellingham, Washington
  • 2024 Opened second US factory in Burlington, Washington (cell + module production)

Source: www.silfab.solar/about · Last updated 2026-05-27

Silfab Pros & Cons (data-driven)

+ Pros

  • Average panel efficiency 21.2% exceeds industry baseline 21%
  • Average product warranty 25yr exceeds industry baseline 12yr
  • Low annual degradation 0.4%/yr (industry average ~0.5%/yr)
  • US manufacturing available (Buy American / domestic content benefits)

Cons

  • Distributor and installer pricing varies — direct retail rarely available
  • Some 2026 models depend on regional distributor availability

Pros and cons calculated against industry baselines: 21% panel efficiency, 12yr panel warranty, -0.32%/°C temp coeff, 90% battery RTE.

Current Silfab Product List (4)

Solar Panels (4)

Model Wattage Efficiency Warranty Verified Score Details
SIL-500-NX 500W 500W 21.8% 25/30 yr 94 (A) View →
Elite SIL-420 420W 21.5% 25/30 yr 97 (A) View →
SIL-410-BG 410W 410W 21.2% 25/30 yr 93 (A) View →
SIL-370-BK 370W 370W 20.4% 25/25 yr 85 (B+) View →

Spec Sheet Downloads

3 manufacturer-published datasheets available for Silfab products. All links go to the official PDF on the manufacturer's website.

Recent Silfab News

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the SolarSpec Score for Silfab?

Silfab earns a SolarSpec Score of 92/100 (Grade A) based on the weighted average of all 4 models in their 2026 lineup. The score combines efficiency, warranty, temperature coefficient, and verification status. See our /methodology/ page for the full formula.

How many solar products does Silfab offer in 2026?

Silfab offers 4 products in their 2026 lineup: 4 solar panels.

What is the most efficient Silfab solar panel?

The most efficient Silfab solar panel is the SIL-500-NX 500W at 21.8% efficiency with 500W output. Silfab panels range from 20.4% to 21.8% efficiency across 4 models.

What warranty does Silfab offer on solar panels?

Silfab offers up to 25-year product warranty and up to 30-year performance warranty. Average annual degradation across the lineup is 0.4%.

Where are Silfab solar panels manufactured?

Silfab solar panels are manufactured in United States.

Where can I download Silfab datasheets?

We have direct manufacturer-published datasheet links for 3 of 4 Silfab products. See the Spec Sheet Downloads section below for direct PDF links.

How we score brands

Every Silfab model in our catalog is scored 0-100 using a transparent formula: efficiency (25 pts), product warranty (20 pts), performance warranty bonus (3 pts), temperature coefficient (12 pts), and datasheet verification (5 pts), on a 50-point baseline. The brand-level score is the simple average across all 4 models.

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