Solar mounting system is the supporting structure that holds the solar panels on the roof or to the ground. The structure usually made from aluminum or steel. There come all sorts of shapes and sizes of solar panel (also known as PV panels) mounting which is depending on their purpose. Some can be stand-alone, where as others can be mounted on a pole enabling them to track the sun throughout the day. Here to advise the main types PV panel mounting and what is best for your solar power system.

There are 3 main types of PV panel mounts.

a. Roof - Ground Mounts

b. Pole Solar Mounts

c. Flush Mounts

Each has their advantages and disadvantages to take into consideration before you make your decision how to mount your solar panels.

ROOF - GROUND MOUNTS

This is more popular for solar panel mounts. As the name implies this type of mount can be used on both your roof and on the ground. It consists of a metal triangular frame with a set of telescopic legs. This enables you to change the angle your solar panel is pitched at. This allows you to optimize their vertical orientation for greatest amount of solar exposure during the day.

Advantages: Reasonably priced, common fittings to a wide variety of panels. Can be positioned almost anywhere and available with adjustable tilting for best sun angle.

Disadvantages: May require heavy duty fastenings in areas with very high winds. Not the most pleasing of mounts on the eye and some states may have restrictions on what you are able to erect.

POLE MOUNTS

Pole mounts come in three types.

a. Top of pole mounts

b. Side of pole mounts

c. Pole tracking mounts

Top of Pole Mounts are made up of a rack and rail component that is fastened to a metal sleeve that sits on top of the pole.

Sides of Pole Mounts are essentially similar to top of pole mounts the only difference being the mechanism is fastened side on.

Again Tracking Pole Mounts are similar to top of pole mounts, the only difference being they have a device allowing them to follow the suns daily path.

Advantages: Your domestic solar panels are easy to wire up due to the easy access to them. Panels can be raised to a height where by they avoid shading from other obstacles.

Disadvantages: construction costs, digging a hole and making sure your pole is anchored securely.

FLUSH MOUNTS

This is the cheapest and easiest way to mount your domestic solar panels. You can do this by fastening a couple of metal brackets either side of your solar panel and raising it a few centimeters from the surface underneath.

Advantages: Not cost much, easy and simple to install, low wind resistance and light weight. Suitable small sized panels on roofs.

Disadvantages: Not suitable for large solar panels, cannot be used in some types of roofs. No flexibility in tilt or orientation. Solar panel(s) have to be pre-wired before installing.

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