Why Choose Aluminum Solar Mounts for PV Projects?

Solar mounting systems are key structures that support photovoltaic modules, and their materials directly affect system safety, lifespan, and economy. Among various materials (hot-dip galvanized steel, stainless steel, ZAM coated steel, composite materials), aluminum has become the mainstream choice for distributed roof projects due to its excellent comprehensive performance, especially suitable for scenarios with limited load-bearing capacity, humid/salt spray environments, and requiring quick installation. Let's analyze the specific advantages of aluminum solution:

*Lightweight: Aluminum has a density of only 2.7 kg/dm³ (steel has 7.9 kg/dm³), which is lightweight but has a high strength to weight ratio, reducing roof load pressure. Especially suitable for rooftop distributed photovoltaic projects.

*Anti natural corrosion: Aluminum can react with oxygen in the air to form a dense alumina protective layer on the surface, enhancing the corrosion resistance of aluminum profiles.

*Balanced voltage: Aluminum profiles have excellent conductivity, which enables them to better conduct weak currents generated in photovoltaic support systems due to various reasons.

*Easy to form and process: easy to saw, drill, punch, and fold; It can be molded into any cross-sectional profile through extrusion technology, suitable for different angles, terrains, and roof shapes.

*Low temperature resistance: Ordinary steel, especially welding areas, are fragile and brittle in low temperature environments, while aluminum have increased strength at low temperatures.

*Environmentally friendly and easy to recycle: Waste aluminum brackets can be recycled for reuse.

*Easy installation: The accessories of the aluminum solar brackets are very simple, and the installation is also fast and easy, which can greatly shorten the construction period.

*Long service life: The service life of aluminum photovoltaic brackets is about 25 to 30 years. Although the cost of aluminum is higher than that of steel, its full cycle cost (LCC) brought by anti-corrosion treatment free, low operation and maintenance, and long service life is more advantageous.

CORIGY has over fifteen years of experience in solar mounting solutions, especially in the design of aluminum mounting, which have been repeatedly praised by customers. CORIGY's professional product design enables the assembly of solar photovoltaic bracket systems with only a small number of accessories, without the need for other drilling or welding, and can be quickly assembled on the construction site, effectively improving installation efficiency and shortening the construction period. CORIGY’s aluminum solar mounts has the characteristics of light weight, beautiful appearance, simple installation, and strong corrosion resistance.