Kinetic Solar Rapid 1 Racking Rails

A typical portrait installation uses two parallel rails for each row of panels. This means a two-panel portrait row will normally require two 92.5-inch rails, while a four-panel portrait row will normally require two 185-inch rails.

Some module or engineered racking configurations may require a different number or placement of rails. Always follow the module-manufacturer clamping zones and the engineered racking design.

The estimates are based on panels measuring approximately 45 inches wide. Actual module dimensions vary, and the layout must also allow space for mid clamps, end clamps and suitable rail overhang.

Check the exact panel width before selecting a rail length. Contact us if you would like help confirming the fit.

YES! Use a Kinetic Rapid 1 Rail Joiner to connect two rail sections. The joiner installs in the side channel and is centred across the joint, keeping the adjoining rails securely aligned.

Rail joiners are particularly useful when building longer panel rows or when rails have been cut into shorter sections for easier transportation. The KJS2-MM joiner is designed for mill-finish Kinetic rails and supports the system's bonding path when installed according to the K-Rack instructions.

Tighten the joiner fasteners to the Kinetic specification of 12 ft-lb (16.3 N-m).

Yes. This aluminum racking rail can be easily field-cut when required. General tools like circular saws, reciprocating saws, or handheld hacksaws can all be used.  

Use tools suitable for aluminum, and be sure to file/clean any sharp edges to protect yourself, your panels, and your wiring.

Approved Kinetic bonding mid clamps use integrated bonding hardware to electrically bond compatible module frames to the mill-finish racking rail. The rails must then be grounded using the appropriate Kinetic grounding lug and grounding conductor.

The complete bonding path depends on using the specified Kinetic components and following the manufacturer's installation requirements.

The K-Rack installation guide provides evaluated design loads using a maximum attachment span of 48 inches. The allowable spacing for a specific installation still depends on wind loads, snow loads, roof slope, building height, array location and other structural conditions.

For most installations ~36" is suitable, but will vary depending on your roof construction, pitch, snow & wind loading, and location.  

Please contact us if you'd like help determining a recommended spacing.

The Rapid 1 Rail works with Kinetic L-brackets, Standing-L seam clamps and other compatible Kinetic mounting products. The correct attachment depends on whether the roof uses asphalt shingles, standing-seam metal, exposed-fastener metal or another construction.

Yes & No.

The 92.5-inch rail can be shipped through standard parcel services to many Canadian addresses. Oversize shipping charges may apply, and the rail does not qualify for free shipping.

Longer sizes will need to be sent via freight delivery.  Please contact us if you need an estimate on freight charges.   Please note we can bundle with a panel delivery to save time and money.

The 140-inch and 185-inch rails must travel by freight carrier because they exceed standard parcel-service length limits. Contact us for a freight quote before ordering.

Pickup can also be arranged in Surrey, Calgary, Edmonton, Stratford or Dartmouth to avoid freight charges. Inventory and pickup arrangements must be confirmed in advance.

Kinetic Solar backs its K-Rack products with a 20-year limited manufacturer warranty against defects in materials and workmanship. Warranty coverage requires installation in accordance with Kinetic Solar's written instructions and engineering specifications.

The warranty applies to the Kinetic product itself and does not extend to related roofing materials, solar modules, wiring or other equipment.