{"product_id":"kinetic-solar-rapid-1-rail-joiner","title":"Rapid Rail Joiner Bars KJS2-MM","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"sapphire-product-content\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"sapphire-section-title\"\u003eConnect Rapid 1 Rail Sections\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"sapphire-hr\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sapphire-p\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eKinetic Solar Rapid 1 Rail Joiner\u003c\/strong\u003e (KJS2-MM) connects two sections of mill-finish Kinetic rail, keeping the adjoining pieces securely aligned while supporting the racking system's electrical bonding path.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sapphire-p\"\u003eUse it to create longer rail runs, connect leftover rail sections or divide long rails into shorter pieces for easier transportation before reassembling them at the installation site.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"sapphire-section-title\"\u003eWhy You'll Love It\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"sapphire-hr\"\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"sapphire-checklist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnects two Kinetic Rapid 1 rail sections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeeps adjoining rails securely aligned\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports bonding between mill-finish rail sections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstalls directly into the rail's side channel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for extending longer solar-panel rows\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAllows long rails to be cut into easier-to-transport sections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes stainless-steel installation hardware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBacked by a 20-year limited manufacturer warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in Canada\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sapphire-callout sapphire-callout-blue\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sapphire-callout-title\"\u003eMake Long Rails Easier to Transport\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"callout-p\"\u003eLong racking rails can be difficult or expensive to transport. Rapid 1 rails can be cut into shorter sections and then reconnected at the installation site using KJS2-MM rail joiners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"callout-p\"\u003eThe final rail layout, joint locations and attachment spacing must still comply with the Kinetic Solar engineering and installation requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"sapphire-section-title\"\u003eSimple Side-Channel Installation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"sapphire-hr\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sapphire-p\"\u003eThe joiner assembly slides into the side channel at the ends of the two rails being connected. Centre the joiner across the rail joint, align the rail sections and tighten both fasteners to the specified torque.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sapphire-callout sapphire-callout-yellow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sapphire-callout-title\"\u003eFor Mill-Finish Kinetic Rails\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"callout-p\"\u003eThe KJS2-MM is intended for mill-finish Kinetic rails, including the mill-finish Rapid 1 rails sold by Sapphire Energy. When properly installed, it supports the approved bonding path between the connected rail sections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"sapphire-section-title\"\u003eInstallation Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"sapphire-hr\"\u003e\n\u003col class=\"sapphire-numbered-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBring the two rail sections together and align their ends.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInsert the joiner assembly into the side channel of both rails.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePosition the joiner so it is centered across the rail joint.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfirm that the rail sections are straight and properly aligned.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTighten both joiner fasteners to 12 ft-lb (16.3 N-m).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"foot-note\"\u003eFollow the complete Kinetic K-Rack installation instructions and the engineered racking layout. Rail-joint placement and roof-attachment spacing depend on the structural requirements of the installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"sapphire-section-title\"\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"sapphire-hr\"\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"sapphire-checklist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMill-finish aluminum rail joiner\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo stainless-steel bolts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRequired washers and lock washers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sapphire-callout sapphire-callout-blue\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sapphire-callout-title\"\u003eNeed Rapid 1 Rail?\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"callout-p\"\u003ePair the KJS2-MM joiner with our mill-finish Kinetic Rapid 1 racking rail, available in 92.5-inch, 140-inch and 185-inch lengths.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sapphire-cta-group\"\u003e\u003ca class=\"sapphire-cta\" href=\"https:\/\/sapphirebattery.ca\/products\/kinetic-solar-rapid-1-racking-rail\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eView Rapid 1 Rail\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"sapphire-section-title\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"sapphire-hr\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sapphire-table-wrap\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"sapphire-spec-table\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKinetic Solar\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePart Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKJS2-MM\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePurpose\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConnecting two Kinetic rail sections\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRail Compatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKinetic Rapid 1 and other compatible standard Kinetic rails\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRail Finish Compatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMill finish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJoiner Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAluminum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJoiner Finish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMill finish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHardware\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStainless steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInstallation Location\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRail side channel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInstallation Torque\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12 ft-lb (16.3 N-m)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBonding\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupports bonding between mill-finish rail sections when properly installed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSystem Compatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePart of the K-Rack system evaluated to UL 2703\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWarranty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20-Year Limited\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCountry of Manufacture\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCanada\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"sapphire-section-title\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"sapphire-hr\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sapphire-faq\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"sapphire-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat does a rail joiner do?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sapphire-faq-body\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sapphire-p\"\u003eA rail joiner connects the ends of two solar racking rails. It keeps the sections aligned and allows multiple rail lengths to form a longer continuous run.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"sapphire-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow many joiners do I need?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sapphire-faq-body\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sapphire-p\"\u003eUse one KJS2-MM joiner at each Rapid 1 rail joint. Remember that a typical portrait panel row uses two parallel rails, so joining both rails at the same point normally requires two joiners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"sapphire-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow is the joiner installed?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sapphire-faq-body\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sapphire-p\"\u003eInsert the joiner assembly into the side channel at the ends of the two rails. Centre it across the joint, align the rail sections and tighten both fasteners to 12 ft-lb (16.3 N-m).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"sapphire-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eDoes it provide electrical bonding between the rails?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sapphire-faq-body\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sapphire-p\"\u003eYes. The KJS2-MM supports the bonding path between compatible mill-finish Kinetic rails when it is installed according to the K-Rack instructions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sapphire-p\"\u003eThe complete racking system must still include the required bonding clamps, grounding lug and equipment-grounding conductor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"sapphire-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eCan I cut long rails for easier transportation?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sapphire-faq-body\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sapphire-p\"\u003eYes. A long aluminum rail can be cut into shorter sections for easier transportation and then reconnected at the installation site using KJS2-MM rail joiners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sapphire-p\"\u003eUse suitable aluminum-cutting equipment, make clean square cuts and remove sharp edges and metal debris before assembly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"sapphire-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhere should I cut and join the rail?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sapphire-faq-body\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sapphire-p\"\u003eIf you are cutting a long rail for easier transportation, first work out where the rail and roof-mounting brackets will sit on the finished array. Choose a cut location that will place the joined section close to one of those roof attachments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sapphire-p\"\u003eAvoid placing the joint in the middle of the largest unsupported space between roof attachments. You should also avoid positioning it directly underneath a panel mid clamp or end clamp, since you will need access to the rail channel and joiner bolts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sapphire-p\"\u003eMake a clean, square cut, remove any sharp edges and bring the two rail ends tightly together. Centre the joiner across the joint so approximately half of the joiner sits inside each rail section, then tighten both bolts to 12 ft-lb (16.3 N-m).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sapphire-p\"\u003eFor a simple rooftop installation, the general rule is: keep the joint close to a roof attachment, make sure both rail sections are properly supported and leave enough room to install and tighten the joiner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sapphire-cta-group\"\u003e\u003ca class=\"sapphire-cta\" href=\"https:\/\/sapphirebattery.ca\/pages\/contact\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eContact Us\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"sapphire-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eCan it be used with another manufacturer's rail?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sapphire-faq-body\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sapphire-p\"\u003eThe KJS2-MM is designed for compatible Kinetic Solar rails. It should not be assumed to fit or provide an approved structural or bonding connection with another manufacturer's rail profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"sapphire-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eShould I use a joiner across an intentional thermal break?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sapphire-faq-body\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sapphire-p\"\u003eNo. A thermal break is intentionally left between rail sections to accommodate expansion. Kinetic requires the bonding path across a thermal break to be completed using ground lugs and an appropriately sized bonding conductor rather than a rigid rail joiner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"sapphire-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat warranty does this product include?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sapphire-faq-body\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sapphire-p\"\u003eKinetic 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"sapphire-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat if I am not sure where to place the joint?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sapphire-faq-body\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sapphire-p\"\u003eContact us with your rail lengths, panel layout and roof-attachment spacing. We can help identify the appropriate components and review the proposed rail arrangement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sapphire-cta-group\"\u003e\u003ca class=\"sapphire-cta\" href=\"https:\/\/sapphirebattery.ca\/pages\/contact\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eContact Us\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Kinetic Solar","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51415614193983,"sku":"KIN-2001","price":7.75,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0914\/6803\/8463\/files\/Kinetic_RAPID1_Rail_Joiner_KJS2-MM_rendered_white_bg_500px_1.webp?v=1775239567","url":"https:\/\/sapphirebattery.ca\/products\/kinetic-solar-rapid-1-rail-joiner","provider":"Sapphire Energy","version":"1.0","type":"link"}