A mount for angling the panel your way
This mount is adjustable: rather than imposing one fixed angle, it lets you choose the module position according to place, season or use. Its stated length is 104 cm, a value to compare with your panel’s dimensions before committing. The sheet specifies aluminium construction.
Why an adjustable mount
The sun does not follow the same path in summer and winter. Being able to change the tilt through the year lets you adapt, for example by raising the panel when the sun is low. A simple adjustment also helps when you move the setup to a new location.
Who can use it
- A gardener or DIY enthusiast powering a shed, a gate or a pump;
- a motorhome or boat user looking for a removable support;
- a professional equipping a worksite, a kiosk or a small technical room.
What can be said about the build
The material is aluminium. That generally implies moderate weight and good resistance to rust, but the sheet gives no weight, maximum load, range of angles or list of compatible panels. Refer to the manufacturer’s instructions before choosing this mount for a large or heavy module.
Setting up and connecting
Start by finding where the panel will receive the most light across the day. Check that the ground or supporting surface is level, then assemble the mount in the sequence given in the instructions, without forcing the screws. Fit the panel only once the structure stands on its own, set the angle, then check by hand that nothing moves. The cable to the device being powered should be protected and secured along the mount; any link to a household installation is a job for a qualified electrician.
Choosing the right size
Hold your panel’s datasheet next to the 104 cm figure and decide which side of the frame the mount will follow. If the panel is much larger or smaller than that dimension, ask the manufacturer whether the mount can still carry it before you start drilling or digging. A cardboard template laid out in the garden shows quickly whether the footprint fits the space you have.
Key strengths
- Adjustable angle to follow the seasons;
- aluminium, a material often chosen for outdoor supports;
- a stated 104 cm dimension, useful for planning the space needed.
Technical data
- Type: adjustable solar panel mount;
- Length: 104 cm;
- Material: aluminium construction.
Safety
A panel surface exposed to the wind puts a lot of force on its supports. Hold the mount down with ballast or anchors suited to the ground, never exceed the limits in the instructions and disconnect the module before working on cables. Keep children and pets away from the assembly area.
Care and storage
Rinse the aluminium with clear water when dusty, without abrasives. Check the screws for tightness after the first few weeks and then once a season. For winter storage, dry the parts, lay them flat and keep the fixings in a labelled box.
