Solar panels are devices used to administer electricity to both equipment and buildings. These panels are powered by sunlight, which is what enables them to provide the energy to the device or building. There are different ways to mount these panels to your building, so it is important to consider which type of solar panel mounting system will be most beneficial. The following is information about the different types of solar mounting available to you.
Solar racking has three main types of mounts: flush mounts, roof/ground mounts, and pole solar mounts. When considering which is best for your home or business, you need to consider the type of building as well as the electrical needs of the space. Before deciding which type of solar mounting system to use, here are some pros and cons of each to consider.
The flush mount is the first type of solar mounting system. It is the easiest type of mount to install and is the least expensive option. This mount can be fastened to the surface of your choice, being fastened to each side of the panel using metal brackets. In addition to being cost efficient and easy to install, flush mounts are also lightweight and wind resistant. They are best suited on roofs of homes and on RVs. Though they do have their pros, they also have some cons. Flush mounts will not properly hold larger panels. Only certain roofs can use flush mounts, so make sure yours is compatible. The panels must be pre-wired to the home before the mounts can be installed. Also, they have little to no flexibility, so their placement can be hindered.
Another type of solar mounting system is the roof/ground mount. This type of Solar mounting can be used both on the roof and on the ground. These are rectangular in shape and are mounted using legs that are connected to the building. This panel can be adjusted to optimize the amount of sun exposure by angling it based on the location of the sun at different times of the day. They are also priced reasonably and can be used on most buildings and by most panels. The cons of these mounts include: they are not aesthetically pleasing, strong mounts will be needed to hold them in areas of high winds, and they have certain restrictions in some states.
The final type of solar mounting system is the pole mount. These can be mounted in three ways, top of pole mount, in which the panels sit on top of the pole, side of pole mount, in which the panels are fastened to the side of the pole, and pole tracking mount, in which the panels are fastened to the top of the pole but can track the location of the sun. If there is anything obstructing the sunlight from the panels, these mounts can be raised or lowered, they are also easy to wire because they are so easily accessed. Pole mounts do, however, have additional construction costs to ensure the mount is anchored securely into the ground.
Solar panels make it easy to obtain electricity in your home or building. To get the most out of your panels, make sure your obtain the solar panel mounting system that will work best for your building.