Build Solar Panel Rack

Steel components give our racks an edge on strength and long term durability.

Build solar panel rack.

Why spend thousands on solar panel mounting when there are simple options available at your big box home improvement stores. Solar mount 2 10 ft lengths of 1 schedule 40 pvc pipe. Do not hesitate to contact us directly. Great for both large and small p.

In this project the panels were attached with simple u brackets. A solar panel mount or solar racking system is the foundation that holds your solar array in place. On all bolts we used blue loctite. How to build a portable solar panel mount the plans.

During the summer solar panels can often lay flat on the ground and make about 90 of the power that they would make if they were up on the rack. Lowest cost all steel solar ground mounting system total investment for mounting a 6 panel array is less than 450. Major rack components are of welded steel construction. The u brackets attached the solar panel frame to the rack.

It s important to choose high quality components for a long lasting weatherproof installation. Solar panel racking options. Low shipping costs everything in our kit fits in an 18 x 12 x 3 box. If you re building your own frame and have questions about how to build our projects team is here to help.

In order to fit thicker 3 8 bolts into the 1 4 holes on the hightec solar panel we drilled out the hole with a 3 8 bit. Building your own have questions. Mounts are used to attach solar panels to the roof ground or another surface on your property. A roof mount is a great option if your roof is sun exposed and in good condition.

Roof mount solar racking systems. Years of building solar racks has shown that welded steel construction holds up the best whether it s wear and tear from years of wind exposure extreme temperature variation or sever weather events. To secure the solar panels to the unistrut crossbars we used 3 8 bolts external tooth lock washers and nylon unistrut cone nuts. If you have a different panel make sure to modify accordingly.

With proper installation a sturdy mount secures your panels in harsh weather and protects your investment.