IntegraRack IR-45ASA BallastRack Solar Panel Ground Mount – Seasonal Adjustable 15°–45°

Description

IntegraRack IR-45ASA BallastRack Seasonally Adjustable Solar Panel Ground Mount

The IntegraRack IR-45ASA BallastRack is a seasonally adjustable solar panel ground-mount system for residential, commercial, and off-grid solar installations. Built from aircraft-grade aluminum and black zinc-plated steel, this mounting system offers an adjustable tilt range of 15° to 45°. Additionally, its flexible design allows solar panel owners to adjust panel positioning as seasonal sunlight conditions change.

Unlike fixed-angle mounting systems, the IR-45ASA features separate adjustment arms for each solar panel. As a result, installers can adjust individual panels independently to accommodate different seasonal sun angles. Furthermore, the system supports multiple mounting configurations, making it suitable for a variety of installation layouts and site requirements.

IntegraRack IR-45ASA Key Features

• Seasonally Adjustable Tilt: Adjust solar panel angles from 15° to 45° to accommodate seasonal sunlight changes.
• Independent Panel Adjustment: Separate support arms allow individual solar panels to be adjusted independently.
• Durable Construction: Aircraft-grade aluminum and black zinc-plated steel components provide structural support.
• Additional Ground Clearance: The rack sits 8 inches higher than IntegraRack fixed-angle mounting systems.
• Flexible Installation: Multiple mounting configurations allow installers to accommodate different solar array layouts.
• Included Bonding Hardware: Four IntegraRack IR-F2 flange clamp bonding brackets are included.

IR-45ASA Technical Specifications

• Manufacturer: IntegraRack
• Model: IR-45ASA
• Manufacturer Part Number: IR-45ASAA1046
• Product Type: Seasonally adjustable solar module rack
• Mounting Application: Solar panel ground mount
• Adjustable Tilt Range: 15°–45°
• Adjustment Mechanism: Separate support arms for independent solar panel adjustment
• Material: Aircraft-grade aluminum / black zinc-plated steel
• Finish: Mill
• Ground Clearance: 8 inches higher than IntegraRack fixed-angle systems
• Mounting Configurations: Multiple configurations available

IntegraRack IR-45ASA Included Mounting Hardware

Each IR-45ASA BallastRack package includes mounting components for the manufacturer’s rack assembly. Specifically, the supplied hardware consists of:

• 4 × IR-F2 flange clamp bonding brackets
• 4 × M8-1.25 × 90mm carriage bolts
• M8-1.25 serrated nuts (quantity not specified)
• 4 × M8-1.25 × 16mm thread-cutting bolts
• 2 × washers

In addition, the IR-F2 bonding brackets support solar module mounting and electrical bonding as part of the manufacturer’s installation design. However, installers should follow the current IntegraRack installation instructions to verify proper assembly and grounding requirements.

Shipping Information

• Shipping Weight: 16 lbs
• Shipping Dimensions: 48 × 5 × 5 inches

IntegraRack IR-45ASA Seasonal Solar Panel Tilt Adjustment

The IntegraRack IR-45ASA allows solar panel owners to adjust mounting angles as seasonal sunlight conditions change. For example, during winter months, a steeper tilt can help panels face the lower position of the sun. In contrast, a shallower tilt may provide better solar exposure during summer when the sun reaches a higher position.

Additionally, the separate adjustment arms allow installers to change the angle of each panel independently. As a result, the system offers greater flexibility when configuring multiple solar panels. This feature is particularly useful for off-grid solar installations where seasonal energy production plays an important role.

Furthermore, adjusting panel angles throughout the year may help improve solar energy collection compared with leaving panels at a less suitable fixed angle. However, actual energy production depends on geographic location, shading, weather conditions, panel orientation, and overall system design.

Solar Ground Mount Installation Considerations

Before installing the IR-45ASA, verify solar panel compatibility, site conditions, structural requirements, and appropriate anchoring or ballast methods. Additionally, installers should review local building requirements and the manufacturer’s installation guidelines.

Important: Solar panels and site-specific anchoring materials are not included. Therefore, customers should confirm any additional materials needed before beginning installation.

For additional technical information and installation resources, visit the official IntegraRack website.