Solar PV Mounting Systems: Types, Materials & Applications
SUNOLUXE guide to rooftop, ground, carport, floating PV and BIPV racking.
I. Classification by Installation Scenarios
1. Rooftop PV Mounting System
Sloped Roofs & Flat Roofs Installation
Sloped Roofs: Common roof types include metal sheet,
tile, asphalt shingle, and flat tiles.
Features:
• Metal sheet: Aluminum rails + stainless steel clamps/hooks, lightweight and anti-corrosive.
• Tile/Asphalt shingle: Requires penetration → aluminum + waterproof pads.
• Flat tiles: Elevated support frame, angle adjustable.
Advantages: Uses existing roof, no extra land occupation.
Disadvantages: Limited by roof orientation and load capacity.
Flat Roofs:
• Methods: Concrete ballast, expansion bolt fixation.
• Materials: Galvanized steel (corrosion resistant), aluminum alloy (lightweight).
• Features: Adjustable tilt, suitable for residential and commercial rooftops.
2. Ground-mounted PV System
Fixed, Adjustable & Tracking Mounting Types
Fixed Tilt: Directly fixed to concrete foundations or screw piles.
Materials: Q235 hot-dip galvanized steel, aluminum alloy.
Adjustable Tilt: Seasonal adjustment of angle to improve efficiency.
Tracking Systems (Single-axis / Dual-axis):
• Single-axis: Tracks sun east-west.
• Dual-axis: Tracks both north-south and east-west, highest efficiency.
• Disadvantage: Higher cost and complex maintenance.
Application: Farmlands, grasslands, large-scale ground-mounted solar plants.
3. Solar Carport Mounting System
Types, Materials & Features
Types: Single-row, double-row, detached, continuous.
Materials: • Main structure → Q235 hot-dip galvanized steel (high strength). • Secondary → Aluminum rails (lightweight, anti-corrosive).
Features: • Provides shade for parking while generating power. • Can integrate EV charging stations → solar + storage + charging solutions.
4. Floating PV System
Float Materials, Fixation & Advantages
Float Material: HDPE (High-density polyethylene), UV-resistant, anti-corrosive. Fixation: Anchors (for lakes/reservoirs), steel piles (shallow waters).
Advantages: • Reduces water evaporation, improves water quality. • Water cooling increases module efficiency by ~5–10%.
Applications: Reservoirs, fishponds, lakes.
5. Agro-PV Mounting System
Installation, Materials & Features
Installation: Elevated 3–5 meters, leaving space beneath PV modules.
Materials: Galvanized steel + aluminum alloy.
Features:
• Allows crop cultivation/animal farming underneath.
• Provides shading, increases land utilization efficiency.
6. BIPV (Building Integrated PV)
Integration Types, Materials & Features
Integration:
• Rooftop integration: PV tiles or glass replacing traditional tiles.
• Curtain wall integration: PV glass façade.
• Skylights / Sunrooms: PV glass roofing.
Materials: Steel structure + PV glass modules.
Features: Aesthetic, energy-saving, green building solution.
II. Classification by Materials
PV Mounting — Materials vs. Features & Applications
| Material | Features | Applications |
|---|---|---|
| Aluminum Alloy | Lightweight, anti-corrosive, aesthetic, easy to install | Rooftops, small distributed systems, façades |
| Hot-dip Galvanized Steel | High strength, durable, cost-effective | Ground-mounted plants, carports, large projects |
| Stainless Steel (304/316) | High corrosion resistance, long lifespan | Coastal / high salt-mist environments |
| HDPE (High-density polyethylene) | Anti-corrosive, UV-resistant, high buoyancy | Floating PV systems |
| FRP (Fiberglass Reinforced Plastic) | Corrosion-resistant, insulating, lightweight | Special scenarios (chemical plants, power lines) |
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III. Summary
7. Summary of PV Mounting Applications
Key Points by Scenario
• Rooftop → Aluminum alloy mounting is most common
• Ground → Galvanized steel / Tracking systems
• Carport → Steel structure + aluminum rails
• Floating → HDPE floats
• Agro-PV → Elevated steel structures
• BIPV → PV glass + integrated architecture
• Special environments → Stainless steel / FRP
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Application Scenarios
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Ground Mounted Solar Power Systems
Sunoluxe designs and delivers ground-mounted solar power systems that provide reliable, large-scale clean energy solutions. Unlike rooftop installations, these systems are installed directly on open land, making them ideal for farms, agriculture projects, industrial facilities, and utility-scale applications.
With flexible layouts and optimal orientation, Sunoluxe ground-mounted solar systems maximize energy production and ensure long-term cost savings. By utilizing available land, businesses and landowners can generate sustainable electricity, reduce carbon emissions, and achieve true energy independence.
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Every home has different energy needs, which is why SUNOLUXE designs customized solar power systems tailored to your requirements. Our professional team delivers precise design, expert installation and reliable performance to help you lower electricity bills and achieve long-term energy independence.
We evaluate key factors, including:
- Roof area & house structure
- Geographic location, solar radiation & sunlight hours
- Household appliances & monthly electricity usage
- Budget and expected return on investment (ROI)
- Mounting options, safety, aesthetics & maintenance
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