Viridian Clearline PV16-405-M10 405W Full Black In-Roof Solar Panel

405W Peak Power Roof Integrated BIPV Full Black Monocrystalline Silicon 21.5% Efficiency BBA Certified MCS Approved

The Viridian Clearline Clearline PV16-405-M10 Full Black is an in-roof solar PV module from the Clearline Fusion range — the only mainstream integrated solar system where both panel and mounting system are made by the same company. Designed to replace the roof covering entirely, it integrates flush with slate and tile rooflines for a clean, low-profile aesthetic that on-roof racking cannot match. At 405Wp peak power with 21.5% module efficiency, it features M10-format half-cut cells in a 6×9×2 arrangement over a full black backsheet with black anodised frame, in a M10 format (1,134mm wide). It achieves the highest fire rating (BRoof Class B — T1 to T4, all regions) without any modifications to roof timbers, and is certified by BBA (Certificate 0032) and MCS (MCS05, MCS12). Genuine Stäubli MC4 connectors, a 15-year product warranty and a 25-year power warranty are included.

Key Features

• ✓In-roof integration replaces the roof covering — panels sit flush within the roofline; no raised brackets or racking visible
• ✓405Wp peak power at STC — high-output monocrystalline for maximum generation from limited roof area
• ✓21.5% module efficiency — among the highest available for integrated in-roof solar
• ✓Full black aesthetic — black frame, black backsheet, dark cells for uniform premium appearance
• ✓Half-cut cell technology — reduces resistance losses, improves shade tolerance and reliability
• ✓Genuine Stäubli MC4 connectors — industry standard; compatible with all major inverters
• ✓BRoof fire classification Class B (T1–T4, all regions) — highest UK roofing fire rating; no timber modifications required
• ✓Wind resistance up to 8.0 kPa ultimate design load
• ✓Compatible with the widest range of slate and tile — special fixings for different batten thicknesses
• ✓Fitted during the normal roofing programme — one contractor responsible for weathertightness and solar
• ✓Rapid installation — less than 45 minutes per kWp easily achieved
• ✓BBA Certificate 0032 — independently assessed for structural durability and weathertightness
• ✓MCS05 and MCS12 approved — meets MCS product requirements
• ✓IEC 61215 and IEC 61730 certified — international PV quality and safety standards
• ✓25-year power warranty — 90% rated power at 10 years, 80% at 25 years
• ✓15-year product warranty — against manufacturing defects
• ✓Structural durability equivalent to roof structure
• ✓M10-compatible roofing kits required — M10 format is larger than G1; dedicated M10 portrait and landscape kits must be used
• ✓Fewer panels per kWp — at 405Wp, fewer modules and fewer kits needed to reach a given energy target

Certifications & Standards

BBA Certificate 0032 BBA Certificate 24/7109 IEC 61215 IEC 61730 TÜV Certified MCS05 / MCS12 BRoof(T1–T4) EN 13501-5 Class 2 Safety Genuine Stäubli MC4

Technical Specifications

Installation Overview

⚠️ MCS-registered installer required. Clearline Fusion must be installed by an MCS-registered solar PV installer working with a competent roofing contractor. Electrical connections must comply with BS 7671.

ℹ️ Array sizing: Width = (m × 1164) + 230mm; Height = (n × 1727) + 500mm (where n = rows, m = columns). Minimum pitch: 30°. Maximum pitch: 60°.

Frequently Asked Questions

QWhat is the difference between Clearline Fusion in-roof and standard on-roof solar?
Clearline Fusion modules replace the roof covering — they become the weathertight skin of the roof. The result is a flush, low-profile finish integrated during the normal roofing programme. On-roof systems sit above tiles on raised racking and require a separate installation visit after roofing is complete.

QWhat roofing kit does this panel require?
This module requires M10-specific portrait or landscape roofing kits. The M10 format is wider than G1 — the two cannot share flashings or be mixed on the same roof.

QWhat roof pitch is the system compatible with?
Between 30° and 60°. Below 30°, weathertightness cannot be guaranteed. Above 60°, a structural assessment is required.

QCan Clearline Fusion be retrofitted?
Yes — the system suits retrofit when a roof is being re-tiled or repaired. A competent roofing contractor must assess the existing structure before proceeding.

QWhat is the BRoof fire classification?
BRoof is the highest fire classification for a roofing system under EN 13501-5. Clearline Fusion achieves Class B BRoof for all four UK climate zones (T1–T4) without any structural modifications. Many competitor in-roof systems require additional fire-resistant underlays; Clearline Fusion does not.

QWhat is the wind resistance?
Characteristic wind resistance: 4.65 kPa; ultimate design load: 8.0 kPa. Significantly exceeds wind loading requirements for the vast majority of UK locations including exposed coastal sites.

QAre the connectors compatible with all inverters?
The panels use genuine Stäubli MC4 connectors — the global standard, compatible with all major string and hybrid inverters. Do not cross-mate with non-Stäubli connectors. Use Viridian ArcBox enclosures on all manually crimped joints.

QWhat warranties apply?
15-year product warranty against manufacturing defects. 25-year power warranty guaranteeing ≥90% rated output at 10 years and ≥80% at 25 years.

QHow many panels are needed for a typical installation?
At 405Wp per panel: 4 kWp ≈ 10 panels, 5 kWp ≈ 12 panels, 6 kWp ≈ 15 panels.

QCan panels be installed portrait or landscape?
Yes — the Clearline Fusion system supports both orientations with separate roofing kit variants.