Aiming the panel at the sun
A solar panel performs best when it faces the light. This Wattstunde mount is described as adjustable and measures 80 cm, so it lets you change the position of the module instead of leaving it fixed flat. The listing does not detail the tilt range or the adjustment mechanism; these points should be checked in the manufacturer’s documentation.
Where to use it
On open ground it lets you tilt a panel to catch the sun better as the seasons change. In a van or caravan it can be used to prop up a module temporarily while parked. For an installer, it is a handy accessory to test several orientations before fixing a final mounting.
Homeowners and professionals
A homeowner finds a simple solution for a small stand-alone system. A professional uses it more as a test tool or as part of a temporary installation, for example on a worksite or during a demonstration.
An aluminum frame
Aluminum is a light metal. For a mount that is to be adjusted, moved or carried, that is an obvious asset: handling stays easy, even for one person. The data, however, gives neither the weight of the mount, nor the load it can carry, nor the tube diameter, nor the thickness of the metal.
That lack of figures calls for caution: for a large module, steady wind or daily use, ask the manufacturer whether the mount is suitable rather than assuming it. A trial run over a few days remains the best way to check its stability on your own site.
Putting it to work
- Choose stable, flat ground, or a support that is rigid enough.
- Assemble the mount dry and test the adjusting movement without a panel.
- Then mount the panel following the manufacturer’s directions.
- Pick the tilt, then tighten the locking elements.
- Weigh down or anchor the whole thing according to the place so that it withstands gusts.
Before any fixed installation on a roof, ask a professional for advice. Connecting the panel electrically is a matter for a qualified installer.
Points to remember
- Adjustable mount, to adapt the orientation of the module.
- Stated size: 80 cm.
- Aluminum, a light material.
Technical specifications
- Brand: Wattstunde
- Size: 80 cm
- Material: aluminum construction
Safety precautions
A tilted panel catches the wind like a sail. Never leave it without ballast or anchoring in an exposed place. Watch your fingers while adjusting, because the joints can pinch. Keep children away during assembly.
Care and keeping
Clean the aluminum with a soft cloth and soapy water. Check the tightness of the joints and screws now and then. For off-season storage, put the mount in a dry room after drying it.
If you move the panel often, loosen and retighten the locking elements gradually rather than in one go, so that no single point carries all the strain.
