Campbell Scientific SP50-L/SP85-L Solar Panel - Manual (Page 17)

SP50-L/SP85-L Solar Panel
3.3 Orientation
The solar panel should be oriented to receive maximum insolation (incident
solar radiation) over the course of a year. Suggested tilt angles of the solar
panel are given in TABLE 3-2.
After determining the tilt angle, loosen the 5/16” nuts on each side of the solar
panel, and reposition the Hex bolt locations according to the hole location
settings shown in TABLE 3-3 to adjust the panel. Tighten the two nuts to
secure the position. See FIGURE 3-16.
TABLE 3-2. Solar Panel Tilt Angle*
Site Latitude (N or S) Tilt Angle
0 − 10° 10°
11 − 20° Latitude +5 °
21 − 45 Latitude +10 °
46 − 65 Latitude +15 °
> 65 80 °
* From “Design Aids for Small PV Power Systems”, Solorex Corp.
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