Hi Drake,
I can confirm. The design could be improved.
I’ve noticed that end caps on rails that are flush or a fraction of an inch
shorter than the panel frame lose the end caps at a higher rate than when the
rail sticks past the module frame. My guess is that module movement from
expansion/c
> ...Kevin at S&R was wondering if this is a common occurrence. Is it
> something we are doing, is it freezing and thawing or is it the design of
> the caps.
>
Can confirm. We receive email from customers on the regular that these are
popping off. I haven't attempted to draw a correlation betwee
Thank you everyone for all of the great responses on anti-seize methods!
Kurt Johnsen
On Mon, Jun 29, 2015 at 3:00 PM, Starlight Solar Power Systems <
la...@starlightsolar.com> wrote:
> You can use a thin sponge soaked anti-seize and just touch the threads to
> the sponge. Since it only takes a
alling has gone down dramatically since we
rolled this in. Perhaps we should promote it more -
Greg
Greg McPheetersSenior Engineering Manager, SnapNrack
From: Ray Walters
To: RE-wrenches
Sent: Monday, June 29, 2015 10:32 AM
Subject: Re: [RE-wrenches] SnapNrack
Anti seize
You can use a thin sponge soaked anti-seize and just touch the threads to the
sponge. Since it only takes a minute amount of lube to prevent galling, you can
prep all your bolts in the shop and bag them. Zip lock the sponge for the next
job.
Larry Crutcher
Starlight Solar Power Systems
On Ju
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From: RE-wrenches [mailto:re-wrenches-boun...@lists.re-wrenches.org] On Behalf
Of Benn Kilburn
Sent: Sunday, June 28, 2015 2:07 PM
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Chris,
It sounds (to me
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Behalf Of *Jason Szumlanski
*Sent:* Thursday, June 25, 2015 1:13 PM
*To:* RE-wrenc
odule to
>>> module through clamp.”
>>>
>>> We had an MSI Alpha + self-bonding midclamp shatter the glass on an LG
>>> 280 last fall, as the factory set point was sticking out too far, so as it
>>> was being tightened down, on top of the module the
1:13 PM
To: RE-wrenches
Subject: Re: [RE-wrenches]
SnapNrack
That decision was
midclamps potential for doing the same damage?
>>
>>
>>
>> Chris Worcester
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>> Solar Wind Works
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>> NABCEP Certified PV Installer
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>> Office 530-582-4503
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issues with this “point” on the UniRac
>>> midclamps potential for doing the same damage?
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> Chris Worcester
>>>
>>> Solar Wind Works
>>>
>>> NABCEP Certified PV Installer
>>>
>>> Offi
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Subject: Re: [RE-wrenches] SnapNrack
Besides your note that cordless impact drivers can over torque the
clamps, also they spin the bolts too fast which can lead to spalling of
the SS hardware.
We now hand torque those connects. Finally, most torque specs are for
lubricated bolts.
ied PV Installer
>
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> ch...@solarwindworks.com <mailto:ch...@solarwindworks.com>
>
> *From:*RE-wrenches
>
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*From:*RE-wrenches
[mailto:re-wrenches-boun...@lists.re-wrenches.org
<mailto:re-wrenches-boun...@lists.re-wrenches.org>] *On Behalf Of
*Jason Szumlanski
Worcester
>
> Solar Wind Works
>
> NABCEP Certified PV Installer
>
> Office 530-582-4503
>
> Cell 530-448-9692
>
> Fax 530-582-4603
>
> www.solarwindworks.com
>
> ch...@solarwindworks.com
>
>
>
> *From:* RE-wrenches [mailto:re-wrenches-boun...
t; *Sent:* Friday, June 26, 2015 2:41 PM
> *To:* re-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org
> *Subject:* Re: [RE-wrenches] SnapNrack
>
>
>
> Someone in this thread mentioned a Unirac integrated bonding end clamp.
> Our supplier has that on the packing slip, but it was still the same end
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...@lists.re-wrenches.org] *On
Behalf Of *Christopher Warfel
*Sent:* Friday, June 26, 2015 2:41 PM
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Someone in this thread mentioned a Unirac integrated bonding end clamp.
Our supplier has that on the packing slip, but it was
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*From:* Allen Frishman mailto:amfr...@aeonsolar.com>>
*To:* RE-wrenches mailto:re-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org>>
*Sent:* Wednesday, February 5, 2014 6:17 AM
*Subject:* Re: [RE-wrenches] SnapNrack
I am curious abou
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To: RE-wrenches
Subject: Re: [RE-wrenches] SnapNrack That decision was based on our
distribution network offering better pricing on Unirac, and engineers being
comfortable with it. Now with the integrated grounding from Unirac, I can't see
moving away from it again barring a significan
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Behalf Of *Chris Worcester
*Sent:* Thursday, June 25, 2015 4:12 PM
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*Subject:* Re: [RE-wrenches] SnapN
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>
> *From:* RE-wrenches [mailto:re-wrenches-boun...@lists.re-wrenches.org] *On
> Behalf Of *Jason Szumlanski
> *Sent:* Thursday, June 25, 2015 1:13 PM
> *To:* RE-wrenches
> *Subject:* Re: [RE-wrenches] SnapNrack
>
>
>
> That decision was
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To: RE-wrenches
Sent: Thursday, June 25, 2015 1:13 PM
Subject: Re: [RE-wrenches] SnapNrack
That decision was based on our distribution network offering better pricing on
Unirac, and engineers being comfortable with it. Now with the integrated
grounding from Unirac, I can't see m
Behalf
Of Jason Szumlanski
Sent: Thursday, June 25, 2015 1:13 PM
To: RE-wrenches
Subject: Re: [RE-wrenches] SnapNrack
That decision was based on our distribution network offering better pricing on
Unirac, and engineers being comfortable with it. Now with the integrated
grounding from Unirac
mid rail, and also the ability to install the
>>> panels flush with the end of the rails….
>>>
>>> Max Balchowsky
>>> Design Engineer
>>> SEE Systems
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>
> Original message
> From: Dana
> Date:06/24/2015 12:09 PM (GMT-10:00)
> To: 'RE-wrenches'
> Subject: Re: [RE-wrenches] SnapNrack
>
> After many years of UniRac we switched to SnapnRack. We have never had to
> wait for product. AEE ships withi
Wrenches
For the more traditional roofs we use unitary products but we use the iron ridge
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Sent: Wednesday, June 24, 2015 3:56 PM
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Subject: Re: [RE-wrenches] SnapNrack
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>> --
>> *From:* Allen Frishman
>> *To:* RE-wrenches
>> *Sent:* Wednesday, February 5, 2014 6:17 AM
>> *Subject:* Re: [RE-wrenches] SnapNrack
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>> I am curiou
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> From: Allen Frishman
>To: RE-wrenches
>Sent: Wednesday, February 5, 2014 6:17 AM
>Subject: Re: [RE-wrenches] SnapNrack
>
>
>
>I am curious about the mid clamps on the snapnrack. The flange that rests on
>top of the solar panel frame
You tell 'em, Ray!
I'm having an off-list conversation with another Wrench about IronRidge's
new IGS system - and supply issues that left us with tons of rail and no
module mid-clamps. What a disaster.
While many have moved away from Unirac, we just moved back. Although they
have had supply/distr
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> *From:* Allen Frishman
> *To:* RE-wrenches
> *Sent:* Wednesday, February 5, 2014 6:17 AM
> *Subject:* Re: [RE-wrenches] SnapNrack
>
> I am curious about the mid clamps o
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From: Allen Frishman
To: RE-wrenches
Sent: Wednesday, February 5, 2014 6:17 AM
Subject: Re: [RE-wrenches] SnapNrack
I a
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> Sent: Friday, May 31, 2013 10:11 PM
> Subject: Re: [RE-wrenches] SnapNrack
>
> The only complaint with the Snapnrack rails is the thin wall can easily be
> distorted. This will allow the nut to drop out of its groove. Love the
> universal end clamp
y
To: 'RE-wrenches'
Sent: Friday, May 31, 2013 10:11 PM
Subject: Re: [RE-wrenches] SnapNrack
The only complaint with the Snapnrack rails is the thin wall can easily be
distorted. This will allow the nut to drop out of its groove. Love the
universal end clamps but have learned to assembl
The only complaint with the Snapnrack rails is the thin wall can easily be
distorted. This will allow the nut to drop out of its groove. Love the
universal end clamps but have learned to assemble every one to check for
proper fit before getting on the roof.
Jim Duncan
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We just serviced an old SnapnRack install, and we found the usual: most
of the mounts had been over torqued and the SS bolts had spalled. With
a bottle of anti-seize and a torque wrench we replaced the damaged
hardware and all went well.
I like the end clamp that grabs the module from underne
Hands down my favorite to use. Ditto what Daryl says. Wire management is a
breeze. Stamped engineering for my state makes the AHJ happy. Clean lines.
My only gripe is that the ends of the rails tend to be VERY tight making it
tough to install their universal end-clamp if you are in a precarious
po
It is my favorite. My crew said they would mutiny if I changed back to
others we have used. Wire management is simplified due to a large channel,
spacing of L feet can be up to 6 feet on a 12 pitch roof. We have tried
many manufacturers and this is all we have been using for the last three
years.
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