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Solar PV cells typically have the following wattage ranges:

*Monocrystalline Silicon Cells:*

- Commercial cells: 2-6 watts
- High-efficiency cells: 6-8 watts
- Premium cells: 8-10 watts

*Polycrystalline Silicon Cells:*

- Commercial cells: 1.5-4 watts
- High-efficiency cells: 4-6 watts

*Thin-Film Cells (a-Si, CdTe, CIGS):*

- Commercial cells: 0.5-2 watts
- High-efficiency cells: 2-4 watts

*Bifacial Cells:*

- Commercial cells: 5-12 watts
- High-efficiency cells: 12-20 watts

*Perovskite Cells (Emerging Technology):*

- Research cells: 0.5-2 watts
- Commercial cells (expected): 5-10 watts

Keep in mind:

1. Cell wattage increases with advancements in technology.
2. Higher wattage cells are typically more expensive.
3. Module wattage (panel) = Total cell wattage x Number of cells.

Standard solar panels usually consist of:

- 60 cells: 250-360 watts
- 72 cells: 300-450 watts
- 96 cells: 400-600 watts

Efficiency and wattage can vary depending on the manufacturer and specific product.

Some notable solar cell manufacturers and their typical cell wattages are:

1. SunPower (Maxeon): 3.5-4.5 watts
2. Panasonic: 3.5-5.5 watts
3. LG: 3.5-5.5 watts
4. Trina Solar: 2.5-4.5 watts
5. Jinko Solar: 2.5-4.5 watts

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