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Almot
Dec 23, 2015Explorer III
BFL13 wrote:
Some (all?) panel instructions say never drill more holes in the frame or it will weaken the frame.
Don't remember such a warning in my panels by REC of Norway. I took my time when choosing brand and frame profile. Some frames are weaker than others.
Besides, after inserting a stainless rivet nut into the panel side, I think this spot is now "at least" as strong as the aluminum profile before.
When panel is installed flat (=tilted 3-5 degrees for water drainage), and sitting low on aluminum brackets a few inches from the roof, there isn't much wind stress on it. Of course you can break anything. Once or twice I almost sat/fell on the panel when walking around, tidying up the wires etc. It's better not to walk up there too often.
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