IRONRIDGE GROUND MOUNT User manual
GROUND MOUNT
INSTALLATION MANUAL
CONTENTS
GROUND MOUNT INSTALLATION MANUAL - 1© 2019 IRONRIDGE, INC. VERSION 2.8
DISCLAIMER 1
RATINGS 2
MARKINGS 2
CHECKLIST 3
1. BUILD BASE 4
1. BUILD BASE 5
2. CONNECT SUBSTRUCTURE 5
3. PLACE RAILS 6
4. SECURE LUGS 6
5. SECURE MODULES 7
CAMO 8
ELECTRICAL DIAGRAM 9
DIAGONAL BRACES (OPTIONAL) 10
END CAPS 10
WIRE CLIPS 10
SPLICING CROSS PIPE 11
MICROINVERTER KITS 12
SYSTEMS USING ENPHASE MICROINVERTERS OR SUNPOWER AC MODULES 12
SYSTEMS USING MICROSTORAGE PRODUCTS 13
FRAMELESS MODULE KITS 13
MODULE COMPATIBILITY 14-18
FRAMLESS MODULE COMPATIBILITY 19
DISCLAIMER
This manual describes proper installation procedures and provides necessary standards required for product reliability.
Warranty details are available on website. All installers must thoroughly read this manual and have a clear understanding
of the installation procedures prior to installation. Failure to follow these guidelines may result in property damage, bodily
injury or even death.
IT IS THE INSTALLER’S RESPONSIBILITY TO:
• Ensure safe installation of all electrical aspects of the array. All electrical installation and procedures should be
conducted by a licensed and bonded electrician or solar contractor. Routine maintenance of a module or panel shall
not involve breaking or disturbing the bonding path of the system. All work must comply with national, state and local
installation procedures, product and safety standards.
•
• Ensure all products are appropriate for the installation, environment, and array under the site’s loading conditions.
• Use only IronRidge parts or parts recommended by IronRidge; substituting parts may void any applicable warranty.
• Review the Design Assistant and
• Ensure provided information is accurate. Issues resulting from inaccurate information are the installer’s responsibility.
• Validate foundation parameters prior to installation, as a local geotechnical report may be required to assess ground
conditions. We recommend consulting with a local engineer familiar with local regulations and build site requirements,
including soil conditions, terrain and load criteria. All parameters may impact foundation requirements.
• Ensure bare copper grounding wire does not contact aluminum and zinc-plated steel components, to prevent risk of
galvanic corrosion.
• If loose components or loose fasteners are found during periodic inspection, re-tighten immediately. If corrosion is
• Provide an appropriate method of direct-to-earth grounding according to the latest edition of the National Electrical
Code, including NEC 250: Grounding and Bonding, and NEC 690: Solar Photovoltaic Systems.
• Disconnect AC power before servicing or removing modules, AC modules, microinverters and power optimizers.
• Review module manufacturer’s documentation for compatibility and compliance with warranty terms and conditions.
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RATINGS
MARKINGS
Product markings are located on the system’s Rail
Connectors.
UL 2703 LISTED
• Conforms to STD UL 2703 (2015) Standard for Safety First Edition: Mounting Systems, Mounting Devices, Clamping/
Retention Devices, and Ground Lugs for Use with Flat-Plate Photovoltaic Modules and Panels.
•
• Max Overcurrent Protective Device (OCPD) Rating: 25A
• Max Module Size: 25.6 ft²
• Max Frameless Module Size for Canadian LTR-AE: 21.5 ft²
•
• LTR AE Canadian Load Rating: 2400 Pa
• System Level Allowable Design Load Rating: meets minimum requirements of the standard (10 PSF downward, 5
.
CLASS A SYSTEM FIRE RATING PER UL 2703
• Not Fire Rated
STRUCTURAL CERTIFICATION
•
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CHECKLIST
IRONRIDGE COMPONENTSPRE-INSTALLATION
☐Verify module compatibility. See Page 14 for info.
☐Purchase 2” or 3” (NPS) ASTM A53 Grade B SCH
40 Pipe, galvanized to a min of ASTM A653 G90 or
ASTM A123 G35, or 2.375” or 3.500” (O.D.) Allied
Mechanical Tubing with Gatorshield or FlowCoat Zinc
Coating (ASTM A1057)
TOOLS REQUIRED
☐Post Hole Digger or Powered Auger
☐Socket Drive (7/16”, 9/16”, and 1/2” Sockets)
☐Torque Wrenches (0-240 in-lbs and 10-40 ft-lbs)
☐Transit, String Line, or Laser Level
☐3/16” Allen Head
TORQUE VALUES
Top Cap Set Screws (3/16” Allen Head)
☐2” or 3” NPS Schedule 40 Grade B Pipe: 20 ft-lbs
☐2.375” OD Allied Mechanical Tubing: 11 ft-lbs
☐3.500” OD Allied Mechanical Tubing: 16 ft-lbs
☐Fot Ground Screw to Pipe Connection Hardware
see page 5.
☐Top Cap U-Bolt Nuts (9/16” Socket): 15 ft-lbs
☐Rail Connector Bracket Nuts (9/16” Socket): 21 ft-lbs
☐Rail Connector U-Bolt Nuts (9/16” Socket): 60 in-lbs
☐Grounding Lug Nuts (7/16” Socket): 80 in-lbs
☐Grounding Lug Terminal Screws (7/16 Socket): 20 in-lbs
☐Universal Fastening Objects (7/16” Socket): 80 in-lbs
☐Diagonal Brace Set Screws (1/2” Socket): 15 ft-lbs
☐Diagonal Brace Bolts (1/2” Socket): 40 ft-lbs
☐Microinverter Kit Nuts (7/16” Socket): 80 in-lbs
☐Frameless Module Kit Nuts (7/16” Socket): 80 in-lbs
➢If using previous version of: Integrated Grounding Mid Clamps,
Grounding Lug, End Clamps, and Expansion Joints please refer
to Alternate Components Addendum (Version 1.60).
➢If installing on a low slope roof please refer to Ground Mount for
Flat Roof Applications Addendum (Version 2.60).
Rail Connector
Top Cap UFO
Diagonal Brace
Stopper Sleeve
Grounding Lug Microinverter Kit
Frameless Module Kit Frameless End/Mid Clamp
CAMO
End Cap Wire Clip
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PIPE SPECIFICATIONS
A. MARK LOCATIONS
Establish pier locations. Once grid of pier locations has
been set, verify all angles are square.
➢Spacing varies with load conditions. Consult engineering specs.
B. POSITION PIERS
CONCRETE FOUNDATIONS
Excavate the foundation holes. Insert vertical piers into
foundation holes, and pour in concrete mixture. Ensure
vertical piers are plumb, level, square, and placed in
parallel rows. Level the tops so they are even.
➢Brace piers until concrete foundation has cured.
➢In some cases, cross bracing is required to provide extra support
for piers. If required, install Diagonal Braces at this time.
A
B
Level Tops Vertical Pier
(Schedule 40 Pipe)
Level Ground
90°
1/3 Depth
Concrete
Foundation
Depth
1. BUILD BASE
TESTED AND EVALUATED PIPE AND TUBE
.216 in
3.5 in
3" PIPE
.154 in
2.375 in
3" pipe
.165 in
3.5 in
3" TUBING
.109 in
2.375 in
2" Tubing
Approved 2” Pipe Approved 3” Pipe
ALLIED MECH TUBING 12 GA
•
• -
ALLIED MECH TUBING 8 GA
•
• -
SCHEDULE 40 PIPE
• ASTM A53 GR B
•
•
SCHEDULE 40 PIPE
• ASTM A53 GR B
•
•
2” PIPE2” TUBING
1. BUILD BASE
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1. BUILD BASE (CONT.)
A. MOUNT TOP CAPS
Mount a Top Cap on each pier. Wait to tighten set screws.
➢If using Diagonal Braces, install them prior to Top Caps.
B. LAY CROSS PIPE
Set cross pipes or tubing in Top Cap grooves. Attach with
Torque U-bolts to 15 ft-lbs and align assembly.
Torque Top Cap set screws to 20 ft-lbs for Schedule
40 Grade B Pipe, 11 ft-lbs for 2.375” Allied Mechanical
Tubing, and 16 ft-lbs for 3.500” Allied Mechanical Tubing.
➢To join more than one section of cross pipe, see Page 10.
2. CONNECT SUBSTRUCTURE
A
B
U-Bolt
15 ft-lbs
Set Screws
Schedule 40 Grade B Pipe: 20 ft-lbs
2.375” Allied Tubing: 11 ft-lbs
3.500” Allied Tubing: 16 ft-lbs
GROUND SCREW FOUNDATIONS
Follow respective Ground Screw Manufacturer’s installation methods for
driving screws into soil. Insert vertical piers into ground screws, ensuring
at least 18” of pier is inserted into ground screw.
Tested and/or Evaluated Ground Screws
2” System 3” System
Manufacture
Model #
American Ground
Screws N76
American Ground
Screws N102
Krinner North
America KSF G76
Krinner North
America KSF G114
Friction Bolt Torque
SCHD. 40: 90 ft-lb SCHD. 40: 120 ft-lb
Allied:75 ft-lb Allied:90 ft-lb
➢A minimum ground screw length of 1300mm must be used
for either ground screw manufacturer. Longer lengths may be
required in areas with high wind and snow loads or risk of freeze-
thaw heaving. Check with your local jurisdiction for frost line
embedment requirements.
➢Friction Bolt must be IronRidge supplied M16-2.0 x 40mm hot-dip
galvanized bolts.
Insert pipe at least 18” into
Ground Screw
Optional Cross Brace
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3. PLACE RAILS
A. ATTACH HARDWARE
On the ground, attach Rail Connector brackets to rail by
sliding 3/8”-16 bonding bolts into side slot. Space out to
➢Tape ends of rail, to keep bolts from sliding out while moving.
B. FASTEN CONNECTORS
Center rails on cross pipes, leaving equal distance on
ends. Secure with Rail Connector hardware: 3/8”-16
Torque U-bolt nuts to 60 in-lbs and bracket to 21 ft-lbs.
➢Spacing between rails should align with module manufacturer
recommended clamping locations.
GROUNDING LUGS
Insert T-bolt in top rail slot and torque hex nut to 80 in-
lbs. Install a minimum 10 AWG solid copper or stranded
grounding wire. Torque terminal screw to 20 in-lbs.
➢Only one Grounding Lug required per continuous subarray,
regardless of subarray size (Unless frameless modules are used,
see Page 10).
➢If using Enphase microinverters or Sunpower AC modules,
Grounding Lugs may not be needed. See Page 11 for more info.
➢Grounding Lugs can be installed anywhere along the rail and in
either orientation shown.
➢Grounding Lugs are intended to for use with one solid or
stranded copper wire, conductor size 10-4AWG.
4. SECURE LUGS
A
B
U-Bolt
60 in-lbs
Bracket
21 ft-lbs
Hex Nut
(84 in-lbs)
Terminal Screw
(20 in-lbs)
Hex Nut
(80 in-lbs)
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5. SECURE MODULES
A. SECURE FIRST END
from rail ends. Snap Stopper Sleeves onto UFO. Fasten
module to rail using the UFO, ensuring that the UFO is
hooked over the top of the module. Torque to 80 in-lbs.
➢Ensure rails are square before placing modules.
➢Hold Stopper Sleeves on end while torquing to prevent rotation.
➢If using CAMO instead of UFO + Stopper Sleeve, refer to Page 7
for CAMO installation procedure.
B. SECURE NEXT MODULES
module. Slide second module against UFO. Torque to 80
in-lbs. Repeat for each following module.
➢When reinstalling UFO, move modules a minimum of 1/16” so
UFOs are in contact with a new section of module frame.
➢When UFOs are loosened and re-tightened, ensure UFO T-bolt
bottoms out in rail channel before re-torquing UFO to achieve full
engagement between T-bolt and rail.
➢If using Wire Clips, refer to Page 9.
C. SECURE LAST END
Place last module in position on rails, a minimum of 1”
from rail ends. Snap Stopper Sleeves onto UFO. Secure
UFO Clamps on rails, ensuring they are hooked over top
of module. Torque to 80 in-lbs.
➢Hold Stopper Sleeves on end while torquing to prevent rotation.
➢If using CAMO instead of UFO + Stopper Sleeve, refer to Page 7
for CAMO installation procedure.
D. REPEAT STEPS
Secure remaining module rows, leaving a minimum 3/8”
gap between rows.
➢If using End Caps, refer to Page 9.
A
B
C
D
UFO
80 in-lbs
UFO
80 in-lbs
UFO
80 in-lbs
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CAMO
A. SLIDE INTO RAIL
Slide CAMO into rail channel far enough to clear the
module frame. CAMO requires 6" of clearance from end of
rail.
B. PLACE MODULE
Place module on rails (module cells not shown for clarity).
When installing CAMO the module can overhang the rail
no more than 1/4”.
C. PULL TOWARDS END
Pull CAMO towards rail ends, at 45 degree angle, so the
D. SECURE TO FRAME
Rotate handle with an upwards motion until CAMO snaps
into rail channel. Ensure CAMO bonding pins are fully
seated on top of module frame.
FRAME COMPATIBILITY
CAMO has been tested or evaluated with all modules
listed in the Module Compatibility section having frames
module being used meets the dimension requirements.
➢For installations with Hanwha Q CELLS modules with 32 mm
frame heights, the maximum ground snow is 45 PSF (33 PSF
module pressure).
➢CAMO is not compatible with Canadian Solar modules.
A
B
C
D
6" Clearance
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ELECTRICAL DIAGRAM
UFO Clamp Grounding Lug
Min 10 AWG
Copper Wire
Fault Current
Ground Path
Bonding Points Fault Current Ground Path
*
*
Section View
Plan View
Only one Grounding Lug required per continuous subarray.
*
Cross Pipe
Rail
Cross Pipe
UFO or
CAMO
Optional Cross Brace
Grade
Bonding Points Fault Current Ground Path
*Grounding Lugs and wire are not required in systems using
certain Enphase microinverters or certain Sunpower modules.
Equipment grounding is achieved with the Engage cable for
Enphase or the AC module cable system for Sunpower via their
integrated EGC.
Section View
Optional Ground Screws
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DIAGONAL BRACES (OPTIONAL)
Slide sleeve on north pier 2-3” above the ground (6” max).
Attach Diagonal Brace to sleeve with 1/2” hardware.
Slide second sleeve up on south pier 2-3” below top cap
(6” max). Raise Diagonal Brace to align holes in sleeve
and brace. Attach hardware and raise sleeve to full extent.
Torque Diagonal Brace bolts to 40 ft-lbs. Torque set
screws to 15 ft-lbs.
END CAPS
WIRE CLIPS
End Caps add a completed look and keep debris and
pests from collecting inside rail.
Firmly press End Cap onto rail end.
➢End Caps come in sets of left and right. Check that the proper
amount of each has been provided.
➢For open-structure installations, you can use adhesive to secure
the End Caps.
Firmly press Wire Clip into top rail slot. Open clip and
insert electrical wire accordingly. Close clip once complete.
South Pier North Pier
Diagonal Brace
Diagonal Brace Bolts
40 ft-lbs
Set Screws
15 ft-lbs
Sleeve
Press Clip
into Slot
Run Wire
Snap Clip
Closed
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SPLICING CROSS PIPE
The following instructions should be followed, when
required, to join more than one section of cross pipe
together to ensure bonding is maintained throughout the
system.
A. ALLIED MECHANICAL TUBING SPLICES
Mechanical tube splices shown in the table below shall be
of equivalent Allied Flowcoat or Gatorshield zinc coating.
-
cure with 2 self-drilling screws (1/4”-14 x ¾”), spacing them
approximately 1.25” from end of pipe and approximately
3.50” apart, tightening screws to 9 ft-lbs.
Slide second section of cross pipe over splice tube and
secure with two more self-drilling screws. Tighten screws
to 9 ft-lbs.
➢Pre-drill 5/32” pilot holes through cross pipe and splice tube for
easier installation of self-drilling screws.
B. SCHEDULE 40 GRADE B PIPE SPLICES
Use galvanized threaded pipe couplings that match the
pipe size used for the structure. Threaded Schedule 40
Grade B Pipe must be used when splicing cross pipe
together.
Fully thread coupling onto both sections of pipe being
spliced together.
➢To ensure structural integrity of cross pipes, mechanical tube or
coupling splices are not permitted in end spans or in middle 1/3 of
interior cross pipe spans.
C. CROSS PIPES CAN BE JOINED OVER AN INTERI-
OR TOP CAP WITH A MAXIMUM GAP OF 1/2”
➢To avoid potential problems from the eects of thermal
expansion, a maximum total continuous cross pipe length
of 100 ft is recommended.
Mechanical Tube Size
of the Structure Splice Tube Size
2.375” OD, 12 Gauge 2.000” OD, 9 Gauge,
Minimum 12” Long
3.500” OD, 8 Gauge 3.000” OD, 12 Gauge,
Minimum 12” Long
A
B
C
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MICROINVERTER KITS
One Microinverter
Kit Required
(80 in-lbs)
Use IronRidge's Microinverter Kit to bond compatible
microinverters and power optimizers to the racking system.
Insert Microinverter Kit T-bolt into top rail slot. Place
compatible microinverter or power optimizer into position
and tighten hex nut to 80 in-lbs.
If installing in areas with ground snow loads greater than 40 psf,
install MLPE devices directly next to module frame edge
SYSTEMS USING ENPHASE MICROINVERTERS OR SUNPOWER AC MOD-
installed equipment grounding conductors (EGC). This solution meets the requirements of UL 2703 for bonding and
grounding and is included in this listing.
COMPATIBLE PRODUCTS
Sunpower
Modules with model identier Ab-xxx-YY and InvisiMount (G5) 46mm frame; where “A” is either E, or X; “b” can be 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, or 22;
and “YY” can be C-AC, D-AC, BLK-C-AC, or BLK-D-AC.
Enphase
Microinverters M250-72, M250-60, M215-60, C250-72, and Engage cables ETXX-240, ETXX-208, ETXX-277.
➢A minimum of two inverters mounted to the same rail and connected to the same Engage cable are required.
➢The microinverters or Sunpower AC modules must be used with a maximum 20 A branch rated overcurrent protection device (OCPD).
➢If an AC module is removed from a circuit for maintenance, you must rst disconnect AC power and then install a temporary EGC to
bridge the gap by inserting an AC extension cable (or via other NEC-compliant means), in order to maintain eective ground continuity
to subsequent modules.
On AP systems equipment,
remove Grounding Washer
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COMPATIBLE PRODUCTS
Enphase
M250-72, 250-60, M215-60, C250-72, S230, S280, IQ 6, IQ 6+, IQ
IQ7, IQ 7A, IQ 7+, IQ 7X, Q Aggregator
Darfon
MIG240, MIG300, G320, G640
Solar Edge
M1600, P300, P320, P340, P370, P400, P401, P405, P485, P505,
P600, P700, P730, P800p, P800s, P801, P850, P860, P950, P960
SMA
RoofCommKit-P2-US, TS4-R Module Retrot Kits (TS4-R-S,
TS4-R-O, TS4-R-F)
Tigo
Tigo Access Point (TAP)
TS4-R-X (where X can be F, M, O, or S)
TS4-R-X-DUO (where X can be M, O, or S)
TS4-A-X (where X can be F, 2F, O, O-DUO, or S)
AP Systems
QS1, YC600
➢Remove Grounding Washer on AP Systems QS1 and YC600
inverters before installing to XR rails.
➢Remove the Stainless Steel Clip on Tigo-”A” MLPE Devices
before attaching to XR rails.
➢Use the number of IronRidge Microinverter kits allowed
by the MLPE mounting ange. Some will require 1 kit and
others 2 kits.
Two Microinverter
Kits Required
(80 in-lbs)
DIAGONAL BRACES (OPTIONAL)
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Use IronRidge's Microinverter Kit to bond compatible microstroage
devices to the racking system. Insert Microinverter Kit T-bolt into top
rail slot. Place compatible microstorage into position and tighten hex
nut to 80 in-lbs.
Microinverter Kit
(80 in-lbs)
SYSTEMS USING MICROSTORAGE PRODUCTS
Insert Frameless Kit T-bolt in top rail slot. Place star
washer over T-bolt, allowing it to rest on top of rail. Secure
module clamps with a hex nut and torque to 80 in-lbs. Place
Star Washer
Module Clamp
(80 in-lbs) Grounding Lugs
Required on Every Rail
FRAMELESS MODULE KITS
COMPATIBLE PRODUCTS
PHAZR
PHAZR Devices PHAZR-X, where X is 6-12.
➢Running a separate equipment grounding conductor to the PHAZRs is
not required.
➢If installing in areas with ground snow loads greater than 40 psf and
underneath a module, install PHAZR devices as close as possible to
module frame edge.
➢Use the number of IronRidge Microinverter kits allowed by the
microstorage mounting ange. Some will require 1 kit and others 2 kits.
COMPATIBLE PRODUCTS
Sunforson
Sunforson silver or black SFS-UTMC-200(B) mid and SFS-UTEC-
200(B) end clamps.
Sunpreme
Sunpreme silver or black mid and end clamps with part numbers
7500105X where “X” is 1, 5, 6 or 7.
Ironridge
IronRidge silver or black mid and end clamps with part numbers
FMLS-XC-001-Y where “X” is E or M and “Y” is B or blank.
➢Follow module manufacturer’s installation instructions to install
the module clamps.
➢Frameless modules require using a Grounding Lug on every
rail.
➢For Sunpreme Modules Only: If required to use slide prevention
hardware, see Module Slide Prevention Addendum (Version
1.10).
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MODULE COMPATIBILITY
The Ground Mount System may be used to ground and/or mount a PV module complying with UL 2703 only when the
Make Models
Framed Module List
Adani Adani modules with 35 and 40mm frames
ASX-Y-ZZ-xxx
Where "X" can be B, M or P, "Y" can be 6 or 7, and "ZZ" can be blank, PERC, B-PERC, or AB-PERC
Amerisolar Amerisolar modules with 35, 40 and 50 mm frames
AS-bYxxxZ
Where "b" can be 5 or 6; "Y" can be M, P, M27, P27, M30, or P30; and "Z" can be blank, W or WB
Aptos Solar Aptos modules with 35 and 40 mm frames
DNA-yy-zz23-xxx
Where "yy" can be 120 or 144; and "zz" can be MF or BF
Astronergy Solar Astronergy modules with 30, 35, 40, and 45 mm frames
aaSMbbyyC/zz-xxx
Where “aa” can be CH or A; "bb" can be 60, 66, or 72; “yy” can be blank, 10 or 12; "C" can M, P, M(BL),
M-HC, M(BL)-HC, P-HC, M(DG), or M(DGT); and “zz” can be blank, HV, F-B, or F-BH
ASUN ASUN modules with 35 and 40 mm frames
ASUN-xxx-YYZZ-aa
Where "YY" can be 60 or 72; "ZZ" can be M,or MH5; and "aa" can be blank or BB
Auxin Auxin modules with 40 mm frames
AXN6y6zAxxx
Where "y" can be M or P; "z" can be 08, 09, 10, 11, or 12; and "A" can be F or T
Axitec Axitec Modules with 35 and 40 mm frames
AC-xxxY/aaZZb
Where "Y" can be M, P or MH; "aa" can be blank, 125- or 156-; "ZZ" can be 54, 60, 72, 120, or 144; "b" can
be S
Boviet Boviet modules with 35 and 40mm frames
BVM66aaYY-xxxBcc
Where "aa" can be 9, 10 or 12; "YY" is M or P; and "B" can be blank, L or S; and "cc" can be blank, H, H-BF,
H-BF-DG, H-HC, H-HC-BF, H-HC-BF-DG, HC-BF or HC-BF-DG
BYD BYD modules with 35 mm frames
BYDxxxAY-ZZ
Where "A" can be M6, P6, MH or PH; "Y" can be C or K; and "ZZ" can be 30 or 36
Canadian Solar Canadian Solar modules with 30, 35 and 40 mm frames
CSbY-xxxZ
Where "b" can be 1, 3 or 6; "Y" can be H, K, L, P, U, V, W, or X; and "Z" can be M, P, MS, PX , M-SD, P-AG,
P-SD, MB-AG, PB-AG, MS-AG, or MS-SD
CertainTeed CertainTeed modules with 35 and 40 frames
CTxxxYZZ-AA
Where "Y" can be M, P, or HC; "ZZ" can be 00,01, 10, or 11; and "AA" can be 01, 02, 03, or 04
CSUN Csun modules with 35 and 40 mm frames
YYxxx-zzAbb
Where "YY" is CSUN or SST; "zz" is blank, 60, or 72; and "A" is blank, P or M; "bb" is blank, BB, BW, or
ROOF
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MODULE COMPATIBILITY
Dehui
Dehui modules with 30, 35 and 40mm frames
DH-MYYYZ-xxx
Where “YYY” can be 760, 772, 860, 872; and “Z” can be B, F or W
Ecosolargy
Ecosolargy modules with 35, 40, and 50 mm frames
ECOxxxYzzA-bbD
Where “Y” can be A, H, S, or T; “zz” can be 125 or 156; “A” can be M or P; “bb” can be 60 or 72;
and “D” can be blank or B
ET Solar
ET Solar modules with 30, 35, 40, and 50 mm frames
ET-Y6ZZxxxAA
Where “Y” can be P, L, or M; “ZZ” can be 60, 72 or 72BH; and “AA” can be GL, WB, WW, BB,
WBG, WWG, WBAC, WBCO, WWCO, WWBCO or BBAC
Flex
Flex modules with 35, 40, and 50 mm frames
FXS-xxxYY-ZZ;
Where “YY” can be BB or BC; and “ZZ” can be MAA1B, MAA1W, MAB1W, SAA1B, SAA1W,
SAC1B, SAC1W, SAD1W, SBA1B, SBA1W, SBC1B, or SBC1W
GCL
GCL modules with 35 mm and 40 mm frames
GCL-ab/YY xxx
Where “a” can be M or P; “b” can be 3 or 6; and “YY” can be 60, 72, 72H, or 72DH
GigaWatt Solar
Gigawatt modules with 40 mm frames
GWxxxYY
Where “YY” can be either PB or MB
Hansol
Hansol modules with 35 and 40 frames
HSxxxYY-zz
Where “YY” can be PB, PD, PE, TB, TD, UB, UD, or UE; and “zz” can be AH2, AN1, AN3, AN4,
HH2, HV1, or JH2
Hanwa Solar
Hanwha Solar modules with 40, 45, and 50 mm frames
HSLaaP6-YY-1-xxxZ
Where “aa” can be either 60 or 72; “YY” can be PA or PB; and “Z” can be blank or B
Hanwha Q CELL
Hanwha Q CELLS Modules with 32, 35, 40, and 42mm frames
aaYY-ZZ-xxx
where “aa” can be Q. or B.; “YY” can be PLUS, PRO, PEAK, LINE PRO, LINE PLUS, PLUS DUO
or PEAK DUO; and “ZZ” can be G3, G3.1, G4, G4.1, L-G2, L-G2.3, L-G3, L-G3.1, L-G3y, L-G4,
L-G4.2, L-G4y, LG4.2/TAA, BFR-G3, BLK-G3, BFR-G3.1, BLK-G3.1, BFR-G4, BFR-G4.1, BFR
G4.3, BLK-G4.1, G4/SC, G4.1/SC, G4.1/TAA, G4.1/MAX, BFR G4.1/TAA, BFR G4.1/MAX, BLK
G4.1/TAA, BLK G4.1/SC, EC-G4.4, G5, G5/SC, G5/TS, BLK-G5, BLK-G5/SC, BLK-G5/TS, L-G5,
L-G5.1, L-G5.2, L-G5.2/H, L-G5.3, G6, G6/SC, G6/TS, G6+/TS, G6+, BLK-G6, L-G6, L-G6.1,
L-G6.2, L-G6.3, G7, BLK-G6+, BLK-G6+/AC, BLK-G6+/SC, BLK-G6/TS, BLK-G6+/TS, BLK-G7,
G7.2, G8, BLK-G8, G8+, BLK-G8+ L-G7, L-G7.1, L-G7.2, L-G7.3, L-G8, L-G8.1, L-G8.2, L-G8.3,
L-G8.3/BFF, L-G8.3/BFG, ML-G9, BLK ML-G9, ML-G9+, BLK ML-G9+, XL-G9, XL-G9.2 or XL-
G9.3
Heliene
Heliene modules with 40 mm frames
YYZZxxxA
Where “YY” can be 36, 60, 72, or 96; “ZZ” can be M, P, or MBLK; and “A” can be blank, HomePV,
or Bifacial
HT-SAAE
HT-SAAE modules with 35 and 40 mm frames
HTyy-156Z-xxx
Where “yy” can be 60 or 72, “Z” can be M, P, M-C, P-C, M(S), M(VS), M(V), P(V), M(V)-C, P(V)-C
Hyundai
Hyundai modules with 33, 35, 40 and 50 mm frames
HiY-SxxxZZ
Where “Y” can be A, D, M or S; and “ZZ” can be GI, HG, HI, KI, MI, MF, MG, PI, RI, RG, RG(BF),
RG(BK), SG, TI, or TG
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Itek
Itek Modules with 40 and 50 mm frames
IT-xxx-YY
Where “YY” can be blank, HE, or SE, or SE72
JA Solar
JA Solar modules with 30, 35, 40 and 45 mm frames
JAyyzz-bbww-xxx/aa
Where “yy” can be M, P, M6 or P6; “zz” can be blank, (K), (L), (R), (V), (BK), (FA), (TG), (FA)(R), (L)(BK), (L)
(TG), (R)(BK), (R)(TG), (V)(BK), (BK)(TG), or (L)(BK)(TG); “bb” can be 48, 60, or 72; “ww” can be D09, S01,
S02, S03, S06, S09, S10, or S12; and “aa” can be BP, MR, SI, SC, PR, 3BB, 4BB, 4BB/RE, 5BB
Jinko
Jinko modules with 35 and 40 mm frames
JKMYxxxZZ-aa
Where “Y” can either be blank or S; “ZZ” can be M, P, or PP; and “aa” can be blank, 60, 60B, 60H, 60L,
60BL, 60HL, 60HB, 60HBL, 6HBL-EP, 60-J4, 60B-J4, 60B-EP, 60(Plus), 60-V, 60-MX, 7RL3-V, 7RL3-TV, 72,
72B, 72-J4, 72B-J4, 72(Plus), 72-V, 72H-V, 72L-V, 72HL-V, 72-MX, 72H-BDVP, 72HL-TV, or 72HL-V-MX3
Kyocera
Kyocera Modules with 46mm frames
KYxxxZZ-AA
Where “Y” can be D or U; “ZZ” can be blank, GX, or SX; and “AA” can be LPU, LFU, UPU, LPS, LPB, LFB,
LFBS, LFB2, LPB2, 3AC, 3BC, 3FC, 4AC, 4BC, 4FC, 4UC, 5AC, 5BC, 5FC, 5UC, 6BC, 6FC, 8BC, 6MCA, or
6MPA
LG
LG modules with 35, 40, and 46 mm frames
LGxxxYaZ-bb
Where “Y” can be A, E, M, N, Q, S; “a” can be 1 or 2; “Z” can be C, K, T, or W; and “bb” can be A3, A5, B3,
G3, G4, J5, K4, L5, N5, or V5
Longi
Longi modules with 30, 35 and 40 mm frames
LRa-YYZZ-xxxM
Where “a” can be 4 or 6; “YY” can be blank, 60 or 72; and “ZZ” can be blank, BK, BP, HV, PB, PE, PH, HBD,
HPB, or HPH
Mission Solar
Mission Solar modules with 33 and 40 mm frames
MSEbbxxxZZaa
Where “bb” can be blank or 60A; “ZZ” can be blank, MM, SE, SO, SQ , SR, or TS; and “aa” can be blank, 1J,
4J, 4S, 5K, 5T, 60, 6J, 6S, 6W, 8K, 8T, or 9S
Mitsubishi
Mitsubishi modules with 46 mm frames
PV-MYYxxxZZ
Where “YY” can be LE or JE; and “ZZ” can be either HD, HD2, or FB
Moltech IM and XS series modules with 40, 45, and 50 mm frames
Neo Solar Power
Neo Solar Power modules with 35 mm frames
D6YxxxZZaa
Where “Y” can be M or P; “ZZ” can be B3A, B4A, E3A, E4A, H3A, H4A; and “aa” can be blank, (TF), ME or
ME (TF)
Panasonic (HIT)
Panasonic modules with 35 and 40 mm frames
VBHNxxxYYzzA
Where “YY” can be either KA, RA, SA or ZA; “zz” can be either 01, 02, 03, 04, 06, 06B, 11, 11B, 15, 15B, 16,
16B, 17, or 18; and “A” can be blank, E, G, or N
Panasonic (EverVolt)
Panasonic modules with 30 mm frames
EVPVxxxA
Where “A” can be blank or K
Peimar
Peimar modules with 40 mm frames
SbxxxYzz
Where “b” can be G, M or P; “Y” can be M or P; and “zz” can be blank, (BF) or (FB)
Philadelphia Solar
Philadelphia modules with 35 and 40 mm frames
PS-YzzAA-xxx
Where “Y” can be M or P; “zz” can be 60 or 72; and “AA” can be blank or (BF)
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Phono Solar
Phono Solar modules with 35, 40, and 45 mm frames
PSxxxY-ZZ/A
Where “Y” can be M, M1, MH, or M1H or P; “ZZ” can be 20 or 24; and “A” can be F, T, U, or TH
Recom
Recom modules with 35 and 40 mm frames
RCM-xxx-6yy
Where “yy” can be MA or MB
REC Solar
REC modules with 30, 38 and 45 mm frames
RECxxxYYZZ
Where “YY” can be AA, M, NP, PE, PE72, TP, TP2, TP2M, TP2SM, or TP2S; and “ZZ” can be blank, Black,
BLK, BLK2, SLV, or 72
Renesola
ReneSola modules with 35, 40 and 50 mm frames
AAxxxY-ZZ
Where "AA" can be SPM(SLP) or JC; "Y" can be blank, F, M or S; and "ZZ" can be blank, Ab, Ab-b, Abh,
Abh-b, Abv, Abv-b, Bb, Bb-b, Bbh, Bbh-b, Bbv, Bbv-b, Db, Db-b, or 24/Bb
Renogy
Renogy Modules with 40 and 50 mm frames
RNG-xxxY
Where “xxx” is the module power rating; and “Y” can be D or P
Risen
Risen Modules with 35 and 40 mm frames
RSMyy-6-xxxZZ
Where “yy” can be 60, 72, 120 or 144; and “ZZ” can be M or P
S-Energy
S-Energy modules with 35 and 40mm frames
SABB-CCYYY-xxxZ
Where “A” can be C, D, L or N; “BB” can be blank, 20, 25, 40 or 45; “CC” can be blank, 60 or 72; “YYY” can
be blank, BDE, MAE, MAI, MBE, MBI, MCE or MCI; and “Z” can be V, M-10, P-10 or P-15
Seraphim Energy
Group
Seraphim modules with 30, 35 and 40 mm frames
SEG-aYY-xxxZZ
Where “a” can be blank, 6 or B; “YY” can be blank, MA, MB, PA, or PB; and “ZZ” can be blank, BB, BG, BW,
HV, WB, WW, BMB, BMB-HV, BMA-HV, BMA-BG
Seraphim USA
Seraphim modules with 35 and 40 mm frames
SEG-aYY-xxxZZ
Where “a” can be blank, 6 or B; “YY” can be blank, MA, MB, PA, or PB; and “ZZ” can be blank, BB, BG, BW,
HV, WB, WW, BMB, BMB-HV
Sharp
Sharp modules with 35 and 40 mm frames
NUYYxxx
Where “YY” can be SA or SC
Silfab
Silfab Modules with 38 mm frames
SYY-Z-xxxAb
Where “YY” can be IL, SA, LA, SG or LG; “Z” can be blank, M, P, or X; “A” can be blank, B, H, M, or N; and
“b” can be A, L, G, or T
Solaria
Solaria modules with 40 mm frames
PowerXT xxxY-ZZ
Where “Y” can be R or C; and “ZZ” can be AC, BD, BX, BY, PD, PM, PM-AC, PX, PZ, WX or WZ
Solarcity (Tesla)
Solarcity modules with 40 mm frames
SCxxxYY
Where “YY” can be blank, B1 or B2
SolarTech
Solarcity modules with 40 mm frames
SCxxxYY
Where “YY” can be blank, B1 or B2
SolarWorld AG
SolarWorld Sunmodule Plus, Protect, Bisun, XL, Bisun XL, may be followed by mono, poly, duo, black, bk, or
clear; modules with 31, 33 or 46 mm frames
SW-xxx
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VSUN VSUN modules with 35 and 40 mm frames
VSUNxxx-YYz-aa
Where "YY" can be 60, 72, 120, or 144; "z" can be M, P, MH, PH, or BMH; and "aa" can be blank, BB, BW, or
DG
Winaico Winaico modules with 35 and 40 mm frames
Wsy-xxxZa
Where "y" can be either P or T; "Z" can be either M, P, or MX; and "a" can be blank or 6
Yingli Panda, YGE, YGE-U, and YLM series modules with 35, 40, and 50 mm frames
SolarWorld Americas
SolarWorld Sunmodule Plus, Protect, Bisun, XL, Bisun XL, may be followed by mono, poly, duo, black, bk, or
clear; modules with 33 mm frames
SWA-xxx
Stion
STO-xxx or STO-xxxA
SunEdison
SE-YxxxZABCDE
Where "Y" can be B, F, H, P, R, or Z; "Z" can be 0 or 4; "A" can be B,C,D,E,H,I,J,K,L,M, or N ; "B" can be B or
W; "C" can be A or C; "D" can be 3, 7, 8, or 9; and "E" can be 0, 1 or 2
Suniva
Suniva modules with 35, 38, 40, 46, and 50 mm frames
OPTxxx-AA-B-YYY-Z
MVXxxx-AA-B-YYY-Z
Where "AA" is either 60 or 72; "B" is either 4 or 5; "YYY" is either 100,101,700,1B0, or 1B1; and "Z" is blank
or B
Sunpower
Sunpower standard (G3 or G4) or InvisiMount (G5) 40 and 46 mm frames
SPR-Zb-xxx-YY
Where "Z" is either A, E, P or X; “b” can be blank, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, or 22; and “YY” can be blank, BLK,
COM, C-AC, D-AC, E-AC, BLK-E-AC, G-AC, BLK-C-AC, or BLK-D-AC
Sunspark
Sunspark modules with 40 mm frames
SYY-xxxZ-A
Where “YY” can be MX or ST; and “Z” can be M, MB, M3, M3B, P or W; and "A" can be 60 or 72
Suntech
Suntech Modules with 35, 40 and 50mm frames
STPxxxy-zz/aa
Where "y" is blank or S; and "zz" can be 20, 24, A60 or A72U; and "aa" can be Vd, Vem, Vfw, Vfh, Wdb, Wde,
Wd, or Wfhb
Talesun
Talesun modules with 30, 35 and 40mm frames
TA6yZZaaxxx-b
Where "A" can be D or P, "y" can be blank, F, G, H, or L; "ZZ" can be 60 or 72; "aa" can be M, M(H), or P;
and "b" can be blank, B, T, or (H)
Trina
Trina Modules with 30, 35, 40 and 46mm frames
TSM-xxxYYZZ
Where "YY" can be DD05, DD06, DD14, DE14, DE15, DEG15, PA05, PC05, PD05, PD06, PA14, PC14,
PD14, PE14, or PE15 ; and "ZZ" can be blank, .05, .08, .10, .18, .08D, .18D, 0.82, .002, .00S, 05S, 08S, A,
A.05, A.08, A.10, A.18, A(II), A.05(II), A.08(II), A.082(II), A.10(II), A.18(II), H, H(II), H.05(II), H.08(II), HC.20(II),
HC.20(II), or M
URE
URE modules with 35 mm frames
DyZxxxHaa
Where "y" can be 6 or 7; "Z" can be K or M; and "aa" can be H3A, H4A, or H8A
Vikram
Vikram solar modules with 40 mm frames
VSyy.ZZ.AAA.bb
Where "yy" can be M, P, MBB, MH, MS, MHBB, or PBB; "ZZ" can be 60 or 72; "AAA" is the module power
rating; and "bb" can be 03.04 or 05
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Astronergy Solar Astronergy frameless modules
CHSM6610P(DG)-xxx
Canadian Solar Canadian Solar frameless modules
CSbY-xxx-Z
Where “b” can be 3 or 6; “Y” is K, P, U, or X; and “Z” can be M-FG, MS-FG, P-FG, MB-FG, or PB-FG
Heliene Heliene frameless modules
YYZZxxxA
Where "YY" can be72; "ZZ" can be M; and "A" can be GH
Jinko Jinko frameless modules
JKMxxxPP-DV
Prism Solar Prism Solar frameless modules
BiYY-xxxBSTC
Where “YY” can be 48, 60, 60S, 72 or 72S
Risen Risen frameless modules
RSMyy-6-xxxZZ
Where “yy” can be 60, 72, 120 or 144; and “ZZ” can be MDG or PDG
Stion Stion frameless modules
STL-xxx or STL-xxxA
Sunpreme Sunpreme frameless modules
GXB-xxxYY
Where “YY” can be blank or SL
Trina Trina frameless modules
TSM-xxxYY
Where “YY” can be either DEG5(II), DEG5.07(II), DEG5.40(II), DEG5.47(II), DEG14(II), DEG14C(II), DE-
G14C.07(II), DEG14.40(II), PEG5, PEG5.07, PEG5.40, PEG5.47, PEG14, or PEG14.40
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