Method C: Insertion Systems; Specific Module Ranges - Canadian Solar CS6P-PE Installation Manual

A2
A2
Support bar
Authorized range for clamping as a function of model type:
Model type A1 range (mm)
CS5A 220 – 380
CS5AH 120 – 170
CS5P 220 – 390
CS6A 220 – 340
CS6P, CS5T 240 – 410
CS6X 340 – 550
CS6V 240 – 410
CS6VH 130 – 210
6.3 METHOD C: INSERTION SYSTEMS
The mounting method has been qualified by Canadian Solar Inc and certified by VDE.
Insertion methods will vary and are dependent on the mounting structures. Follow mounting guidelines recommended
by the mounting system supplier.
Each module must be securely maintained through all its length on two opposite sides. Install and tighten the insertion
profiles to the support structure using the hardware and instructions provided by the mounting system manufacturer.
System designer and installer are responsible for load calculations and for proper design of support structure.
Canadian Solar Inc. warranty may be void in cases where improper insertion systems or unsuitable installation methods
are found. When installing insertion profiles, take measures so as:
1. Not to bend the module frame
2. Not to touch or cast shadow on the front glass
3. Not to damage the surface of the frame
4. To ensure the insertion profiles overlap the module frame by at least 10 mm.
5. To ensure the module frame (C‐shape) overlap the insertion profiles by at
least 15mm.
6. To ensure insertion profile thickness and tolerances suits module thickness
(40mm for most of Canadian Solar inc modules).
www.canadiansolar.com
A2
A2
B1 range (mm) A2 range (mm)
330 – 400 170 – 200
120 – 170 170 – 200
330 – 400 220 – 270
270 – 330 200 – 250
340 – 410 200 – 250
410 – 490 200 – 250
340 – 410 170 – 210
160 – 210 170 – 210
EN-Rev 2.4 Copyright© May 2013.CanadianSolarInc.
Downforce load ≤ 2400 Pa
Insertion
profile on
long side
frame
For CS6X series, installations where the downforce load can reach up to a 5400Pa are authorized.
Use 2 insertion profiles running parallel to the short
Insertion
profile on
For CS5P and CS6P series, an additional support bar
short side
should be placed below the module where download
frame
force above 1600Pa is expected.
6.4 SPECIFIC MODULE RANGES
Technical notes
For SunTuile module frames (SunTuile series: CS5A‐xxxMF and CS6A‐xxxPF models), please refer to the most updated
IM/IEC/ SUNT‐EN technical note.
For NewEdge module frames (NewEdge series: CS5A‐xxxMX and CS6P‐xxxPX models), please refer to the most updated
IM/IEC/ NEWE‐EN technical note.
For frameless laminates (CS5A‐xxxM‐L model) mounted with Intrasole CL, please refer to the most updated
IM/IEC/INTCL‐EN technical note.
Floating clamped configuration (only for CS5A‐M‐L laminate model)
Clamping methods will vary and are dependent on the mounting structures. Follow mounting guidelines recommended
by the mounting system supplier.
Each laminate must be securely fastened at a minimum of 8 points on the two opposite long sides. Clamp positions are of
crucial importance for the reliability of the installation, the clamp centerlines must only be positioned within the ranges
www.canadiansolar.com
10
Table 5: Authorized attachments for insertion method
Uplift load ≤ 2400 Pa
2400 Pa ≤ Downforce load ≤ 4000 Pa
Use 2 insertion profiles running parallel to the long side frame.
Use 2 insertion profiles running parallel to the short
side frame.
An additional support bar should be placed below
For CS6X series, installations where the downforce
load can reach up to a 5400Pa are authorized
EN-Rev 2.4 Copyright© May 2013.CanadianSolarInc.
Uplift load ≤ 2400 Pa
side frame.
the module.
11