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Strut Channel Solar Mounting

UL 2703 listed solar mounting designed for standard 1-5/8" strut channel. Use familiar, readily available strut as the rail with SolFX solar-specific clamps, connectors, engineering, and code compliance.

A Familiar Platform, Built for Solar
 

Standard 1-5/8" strut channel is widely used throughout electrical and mechanical construction. SolFX uses that familiar, readily available platform as the rail for a complete solar mounting system.

SolFX adds the solar-specific components, engineering, and UL 2703 listing needed to create a code-compliant mounting solution without requiring a proprietary rail platform.

What Is Strut Channel Solar Mounting?
 

Strut channel solar mounting uses standard structural channel as the rail that supports and connects photovoltaic modules to the building structure. Instead of relying on a proprietary solar rail, the system uses widely available 1-5/8" strut channel commonly found in electrical and mechanical construction.

SolFX adds solar-specific module clamps, rail connectors, mounting components, engineering, and UL 2703 listing to turn standard strut channel into a complete solar mounting system.

Why Use Strut Channel for Solar Mounting?

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Widely Available
Standard 1-5/8" strut channel is readily available through electrical and industrial supply channels.

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Familiar to Installers
Electricians and contractors already work with strut channel, standard hardware, and common installation tools.

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Flexible Procurement
Compatible strut can be sourced locally or through existing suppliers instead of relying on a proprietary solar rail supply chain.

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Built for Code Compliance
SolFX provides the solar-specific components, engineering, and UL 2703 listing needed to use compatible strut channel as part of a listed solar mounting system.

UL 2703 Listed Solar Mounting for Strut Channel
 

Solar mounting involves more than mechanically attaching photovoltaic modules to a structure. The mounting system also plays an important role in bonding and grounding, mechanical loading, and fire classification.

The SolFX Solar Strut Mount is UL 2703 listed for use with compatible standard 1-5/8" strut channel. This provides installers, designers, and code officials with a listed solar mounting solution built around a familiar strut platform.

UL File E541898

The SolFX Solar Mounting System
 

Universal Mid Clamp
Secures adjacent photovoltaic modules to the strut rail and provides module-to-system bonding.
 

End Clamps
Secure modules at the ends of each row, with sizes available for common module frame heights.
 

RC200 Rail Connector
Connects sections of strut channel to create continuous solar mounting rails.
 

MLPE Mount
Provides a dedicated mounting solution for compatible module-level power electronics.

Compatible Strut Channel & Engineering
 

SolFX is designed for use with compatible standard 1-5/8" strut channel from established manufacturers. Listed configurations include common strut profiles used throughout electrical and mechanical construction.

SolFX provides structural span tables and engineering resources to help designers determine rail spans and attachment requirements based on project conditions.

Compatible Strut
Including listed Unistrut P1000-series configurations and other compatible strut channels.

Structural Engineering
Span tables and structural documentation are available for project design.

SolarAPP+ Eligible
The SolFX Solar Strut Mount is included as an eligible mounting system for SolarAPP+ automated permitting.

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Strut Channel Solar Mounting FAQs

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Can you use strut channel for solar panel mounting?
Yes. Strut channel can be used as the rail in a solar mounting system when the components, structural design, and listed configurations are appropriate for the installation. SolFX is specifically designed to use compatible standard 1-5/8" strut channel as the solar rail.

Is SolFX UL 2703 listed?
Yes. The SolFX Solar Strut Mount is UL 2703 listed under UL File E541898.

What size strut channel does SolFX use?
SolFX is designed around standard 1-5/8" strut channel, including compatible listed channel profiles.

Can SolFX be used with Unistrut?
Yes. The SolFX system includes compatible Unistrut P1000-series configurations. Always refer to current SolFX documentation for specific listed channels and configurations.

Where can I find SolFX span charts and engineering information?
Structural span charts, specifications, and installation resources are available through the SolFX Resources page.

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