A 1300mm U-shape aluminium mounting rail for solar PV panel installations, designed to carry panel loads and distribute them across the roof fixings. It suits portrait or landscape orientation and connects to standard solar mid-clamps and end-clamps.

Key features

• Length, 1300mm U-shape aluminium profile
• Orientation, suitable for portrait and landscape panel layouts
• Fixing, screw fixed to mounting hooks and brackets
• Clamp compatibility, works with standard solar mid-clamps and end-clamps
• Weight, lighter than many comparable aluminium profiles without loss of structural strength
• Mounting types, suitable for pitched roof, flat roof and ground mount systems

Product overview

The U-shape profile forms a rigid channel between the panel frame and the roof structure. Panels sit on the rail and are secured with mid-clamps between adjacent panels and end-clamps at the outer edges. At 1300mm, the rail covers the full width of most standard 60-cell and 72-cell panels in portrait orientation, and also works in landscape layouts. Because the rail is screw-fixed to the mounting hooks, it can be aligned before the fixings are finally tightened.

Applications

Used on residential and commercial rooftop solar PV installations, on flat roof and pitched roof mounting systems, and on ground-mounted arrays. Works alongside standard solar mounting clamps and hooks.

What's in the box

• 1 x U-shape aluminium mounting rail, 1300mm

Installation notes

Fit according to the solar mounting system manufacturer's instructions. Rail spacing, load calculations and fixing methods depend on roof structure, panel weight, and local wind and snow load requirements. Installation should be carried out by a qualified solar installer.