At Public Service Solar our mission has always been to provide the most reliable and highest quality solar components for customers in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Florida. Premium has been a choice that we have prioritized which is why our fleet of installations included LG and Panasonic before. We want our solar to stand the test of time and to stand by our customers for life.
With premium in mind, we are proud to share that we are now a REC Certified Solar Professional Installer and we are now offering the most powerful and efficient solar panel we have ever had in our product line, the REC Alpha Pure-RX 450w solar panel.
If you’re considering solar for your home, the REC Alpha Pure-RX stands out from the competition by delivering long-term reliability and ultimately savings. Here is everything you need to know about this product, why we chose to offer this product, and why working with a REC Certified Professional Installer like Public Service Solar can maximize your solar investment.
Who is REC?
Renewable Energy Corporation (REC) is a solar technology company founded in Norway in 1996. Since their founding, REC has produced over 50 million solar modules and they have continued to stand by their mission of “generating affordable, clean energy for all.” REC has a reputation as a leader in technological innovation at their state-of-the-art manufacturing facility while pushing the boundaries of sustainable solar module production.
Becoming a REC Certified Solar Professional means we have been trained and certified by REC to install their products with the highest level of quality and service. It also means we can offer their 25-year REC ProTrust Warranty, which includes product, performance, and labor – a warranty only offered through certified installers.
Why We Chose REC Alpha Pure-RX 450
After evaluating the many solar panel options available for homeowners today, the REC Alpha Pure-RX 450 stood out for many reasons. It is clearly a premium product which aligns with our values.
- Powerful Performance: Each panel is rated for 450 watts of power output, a significant wattage given its standard size and production ratio of .139 watts per square inch.
- High-Efficiency: Its powerful performance is due to its high-efficiency with a leading 21.6%, allowing for more power with less space.
- Durability: The unique frame design and split-cell technology makes the product stand up to severe weather conditions.
- Long-Term Performance: Along with its high-efficiency and performance, the low degradation of the product is industry-leading. In year 25 the product is guaranteed to be at 92% of its day one power output. These numbers are unheard of!
- Sustainability: REC uses a production process which is lead-free, RoHS compliant, and manufactured using processes that reduce the carbon footprint. This is unique in the solar industry to have a solar manufacturer acknowledge the pollution that can be caused while creating carbon offsetting energy products.
REC Alpha Pure-RX 450 Technical Specifications
Here’s a detailed look at the technician specifications that back up or decision to choose REC. For a more detailed breakdown of the specs, download the REC Alpha Pure-RX 450 datasheet.
- Rated Power Output: 450W
- Efficiency: 21.6%
- Performance Warranty: Guarantees at least 92% of nameplate output after 25 years
- Dimensions: 68 x 47.4 x 1.2 inches
- Technology: Heterojunction (HJT) cells with gapless cell connections for maximum output
- Aesthetics: Full-black frame and backsheet for minimal visual impact
- Weight: Only 46.3 lbs for easier installation and better structural compatibility
What Makes Heterojunction (HJT) Technology Better?
The Alpha Pure-RX 450W uses Heterojunction (HJT) technology, which combines the best features of crystalline silicon and thin-film solar cells. This hybrid design offers several major advantages:
- Higher Power Output in High Heat: Traditional panels lose efficiency as temperatures rise. HJT panels maintain high performance even on hot summer days.
- Lower Degradation: Less than 0.25% power loss per year means your panels will still perform at 92% after 25 years.
- Better Low-Light Performance: HJT panels outperform others in shaded or cloudy conditions.
- No LID or PID: Light-induced degradation (LID) and potential-induced degradation (PID) are virtually eliminated with this tech.
Why REC Certified Matters
Choosing a high-quality panel is only part of the equation when it comes to a quality install. Inverters matter too. Public Service Solar exclusively used Enphase microinverters which are made in the US. Beyond equipment, when choosing REC as the panel for your home solar installation, making sure the installer is a REC Certified Solar Professional, like Public Service Solar, is essential.
- Exclusive Warranty Access: Probably the most important advantage of choosing REC with a certified partner is that only certified partners can offer the 25-year REC ProTrust Warranty, which includes labor. Going with an installer who is not certified will result in forfeiture of this exclusive warranty.
- Proper Handling and Installation: We follow REC’s strict installation protocols to ensure your panels perform as intended. We have been trained specifically on this product, how to install them, how to warranty them, and how to service them.
- Local Expertise: It is recommended when choosing a certified installer to ensure they are local. Local means native to the state they are installing in. Not based in the West Coast with a warehouse nearby. For Public Service Solar, with offices in Burlington, NJ – serving PA and NJ, and Naples, FL – serving Collier County Florida, we understand the permitting, inspection, and interconnection requirements specific to NJ, PA, and FL. This means clean installs and fast approvals.
- In-House Crews: Unlike out-of-state or subcontracted installers, our full-time team is trained, professional, and experienced. It is imperative that the company installing your system is the same company that permitted and installed your system. It might seem obvious, but more often than not, the salesman is not related to the installation company. This can cause issues in quality, communication, and long-term support.
- Aesthetic Installations: We take pride in clean, often hidden conduit runs, flush-mount racking, sleek wire guards, and systems that look as good as they perform.
Our Commitment to Quality: The Platinum Promise Warranty
On top of REC’s manufacturer warranty, we back every system with our Platinum Promise Lifetime Workmanship Warranty. This covers the integrity of our installation for the life of your solar system. Should any component fail under manufacturer warranty, we handle all labor and service at no additional cost to you.
We also include:
- Lifetime Roof Penetration Coverage
- Wire Guards Standard with Every Install
- Full Monitoring Setup and Ongoing System Support
Get Started with REC Panels with Public Service Solar
If you’re ready to get started with premium solar technology backed by expert local service, there has never been a better time to make the switch to solar. The REC Alpha Pure-RX 450W is built for long-term performance and aesthetics right out the gate. And when installed by Public Service Solar, your system is backed by two of the best warranties in the business.
We’re here to guide you every step of the way, from free presale site survey designs, low-cost financing, installation, and support for years to come.
Contact Us to get started on your solar journey.
