I understand the mount attaches to the roof with adhesive, but how does the solar panel attach to the mount?
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The mounts are not pre-drilled but are easy to match-drill to the frame of the solar panel. I used stainless bolts, washers and nylocks, all easily obtained from your local hardware store. One tip: mount the solar panels to the mounts first, then use the recommended adhesive to install the mounts.
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The panels come with a fairly rugged aluminum frame around the panel edges but nothing more. The frame has a flange on the inside all the way around the back side, with perhaps 3/8 of an inch between the back of the panel and the flange. There are holes (four of them if I remember) drilled in the flange that allow the panel to be attached to something else. It is more than adequate for sturdy mounting of the panels. This arrangement is very typical of other solar panels I have seen, as well.
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This solar panel comes with a bracket to mount on a pole, and I think comes with a very short (2 feet ) of wire. Very easy to unscrew the lid and attach your own wires. I do this all the time. No big deal. Just keep polarity straight when you do this (+/-).
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pretty easy - the most difficult thing is just getting a good spot for the solar panel. Then, it's just mounting the panel and and light and plugging in the wires. Very simple really. The first one we bought did not work (wouldn't hold a charge) but Amazon sent another that has worked perfectly. Pleased with the product.
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Mine sticks out from the edge of the roof where it gets sunlight all day. It has worked well for more than a year.
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it's like an adhesive, so it will glue the two parts together so the sunroof won't open.
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The brackets would work if you streighten one side out and mount them to the side of the panel. Instead of the bracket looking like a ( Z ) it would look like a ( L ) Use the long slot to screw to the panel and the two holes mount to the roof. theese brackets are soft metal and can be bent easy and now you will have some adjustment to alow for the curveature.
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They attach directly to the roof. I have a 2013 ford CMAX. It does need an attachment for each particular car, as seen on their web page.
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I bought this to mount to an RV roof so the application to a shingled roof I,m uncertain if there is enough airspace. However the brackets do fit the solar panel.
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I don't think the solar panel is an issue. Just spray PAM on the panel to keep the snow from sticking. I have had issues with the switch to turn the light on. Lights say it's charging and has a full charge, but, pull the switch cord and nothing happens. Once winter came, I couldn't get on the roof to remove and return. Good luck.
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I actually attached mine to my DC to AC inverter that is wired to my 12 volt battery. I soldered an "eye" type of connector on the end of the wires that come off the controller. I also attached the wires with the standard solar clips just like the ones provided in the kit that they provide. It was just for convenience to un-hook my system at the RV compartment for easy set-up and take down when traveling. One other item of note, put a 10 amp fuse both before and after the controller. This protects both the controller and the system.
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If it's not mounted you could possibly use it somewhere else, the disconnect from the solar panel is beyond the mounting plate. It does not need to be connected to the solar panel to work.
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The assembly consists of the adjustable angle LED light and the solar panel connected with a power cable from panel to light. The assembly mounts to the pole via a 1/2 sleeve that also serves as the mount for the light and panel. The 1/2 sleeve clamps to the pole. The clamps provided are at least 4". I used black cable ties instead of the clamps and it worked quite well. I might caution if you live in a high wind area the arm that holds the solar panel can (and mine did) break off the housing.
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Large wooden roof just sits on top....I originally put mine on hinges for cleaning etc... but then decided it was easier to just take it right off. It is not attached
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I set the assembly on the ground and aim the flat solar panels towards the sun. The tilt of the panel is variable and you occasionally rotate the panel to follow the movement of the sun. You do have to remove the battery box lid(s) to connect the positive and negative leads. The eight foot wires that come with the unit helps keep the panel assembly in the sunlight.
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Here is a link to the one I used. I didn't mount it on the roof, but it says you can:Lifetime 9594 Universal Mounting KitScott
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It mounts onto a rubber backing that is held in place either by zip ties or a supplied rubber band. It stays very securely.