REC's Alpha Pure-RX range uses heterojunction (HJT) cells, from 460 to 485 W and up to 23.3% module efficiency, with a performance warranty of 92% of rated output at year 25.
REC Alpha Pure-RX: specs and warranty
| Spec | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Solar panel | n/a |
| Headquarters | Norway/Singapore | n/a |
| Series | Alpha Pure-RX (460 to 485 W), heterojunction (HJT) cells | REC, Alpha Pure-RX datasheet |
| Max module efficiency | 23.3% (485 W) | REC, Alpha Pure-RX datasheet |
| Product warranty | 20 years standard; 25 years under REC ProTrust | REC, Alpha Pure-RX datasheet |
| Performance warranty | 25 years, 92% of rated output at year 25 | REC, Alpha Pure-RX datasheet |
| Rated degradation | 98% in year one, then 0.25% a year | REC, Alpha Pure-RX datasheet |
What sets the price of a system with REC panels?
Installers quote REC panels as part of a whole system, so there is no stand-alone price we can source. System size, roof type, switchboard work and the federal STC rebate move the price far more than the brand. Our solar price guide covers installed cost by system size, and the STC rebate guide shows what comes off it in your zone.
Key features
- Heterojunction (HJT) cells, up to 23.3% module efficiency (485 W)
- 92% of rated output warranted at year 25
- 25-year product warranty and labour cover under REC ProTrust (REC Certified installer, registered, systems under 25 kW)
Things to check before you buy
- The standard product warranty is 20 years; the 25-year term needs an REC Certified Solar Professional and registration
- REC's product web page still lists the older 450 to 470 W range, so check the datasheet for the model on your quote
Who it suits
Smaller roofs where efficiency matters, installed by an REC Certified Solar Professional so the ProTrust terms apply.
Other panel brands we cover
| Brand | Max efficiency | Warranty |
|---|---|---|
| Trina Solar | 23.0% (460 W) | 25-year product · 30-year performance |
| JA Solar | 22.3% (435 W) | 25-year product · 30-year performance (Australian residential rooftops) |
| Jinko Solar | 22.02% (440 W) | 25-year product · 30-year performance (all-black Tiger Neo 54HL4R-B) |
| Hanwha Q.Cells | n/a | No longer sold in Australia (warranties honoured, support via Zeco) |
| SunPower Maxeon | 22.7% (430 W) | 40-year product · 40-year performance (Maxeon Partner install; 25/25 standard) |
| Aiko | 22.1% (NEOSTAR 440 W) | 25-year product · 30-year performance |
Common questions about REC
How much do REC solar panels cost?
We have no sourced price for REC panels on their own. Installers quote the whole system, and its size, your roof and your switchboard move the price more than the brand does. Our solar price guide covers installed cost by system size.
What warranty does REC give?
20-year product · 25-year performance (25-year product with REC ProTrust) (REC, Alpha Pure-RX datasheet, checked 10 October 2026). Read the warranty document for the exact model you're quoted: conditions such as registration, cycles or capacity retention vary.
How efficient are REC panels?
Up to 23.3% (485 W) for the Alpha Pure-RX (460 to 485 W), heterojunction (HJT) cells range, from the manufacturer's datasheet (checked 10 October 2026). Efficiency mostly matters on a small roof: it changes how many kW fit, not what each kW produces.
Where is REC based?
REC is headquartered in Norway/Singapore. Ask your installer where the stock they're quoting was made, as manufacturing locations vary by product line.
Want REC Alpha Pure-RX on your roof?
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