3d Printed Solar Panel Mount
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3d Printed Solar Panel Mount
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Small PV power plants are becoming popular and inexpensive. However, mounts are quite expensive. This is a 3d printed solution which is inexpensive and fits all kind of modules. This mount can be used to hold the panels on a flat surface, like e.g. balcony, terrace, lawn, ...
Supplies
TPU filament
3d printer
3d Print Mounts
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- There are 2 different versions with 15° respectively 30° angle. Moreover, the 2 versions are available for 30, 35 and 40mm solar panels.
- Print 4 mounts per panel. Before printing, check which version you want to use. First measure the depth of your panel and choose the version (30/35/40mm) you need. Then decide about the angle. 15° saves space but produces less power. 30° is more efficient but takes more room. Use TPU and infill of at least 25%.
Install Mounts
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- Put mounts in each corner
- Mounts on top face in opposite direction to mounts on floor