Other things to consider for Solar Ground Mounts are summarized below:
Array Configuration
Our typical ground mount solar installation features are available in 3, 4 or 5 panels per column layout. Most installations today are 5 panels per column since that yields the lowest installed cost.
We also offer ground mount racking solutions that arrange the panels vertically, or in “portrait view”. These racks feature 2 panels per row and typically offer racks in 2×5 up to 2×9 configurations.
Rack Construction
A popular solar ground mount option is an engineered 2” galvanized steel pipe rack secured to the earth via concrete foundations. After the pipe frame is constructed, rails are fastened to the frame, then end and mid clamps secure the solar panels to the frame. A typical construction sequence is shown in the photos.
Tilt Angle
The typical ground mount array tilt angle is 25 to 35 degrees and lower tilt angles are possible. For smaller farm and residential ground mounted arrays, a fixed axis is most common and cost effective.
