{"product_id":"solar-panel-mounting-clamps-unistrut-30mm","title":"Aluminum Panel Clamps (30mm)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"sapphire-product-description\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"sapphire-title\"\u003eSolar Panel Mounting Clamps for Unistrut (Mid \u0026amp; End Clamps)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sapphire-p\"\u003eBuild a strong, economical solar mounting system using readily available \u003cstrong\u003eUnistrut \/ strut channel\u003c\/strong\u003e. These solar panel clamps are extruded from \u003cstrong\u003e6005-T5 structural aluminum\u003c\/strong\u003e and paired with \u003cstrong\u003e304 stainless steel hardware\u003c\/strong\u003e for excellent corrosion resistance and long service life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sapphire-p\"\u003eDesigned around common \u003cstrong\u003e30mm aluminum-framed solar panels\u003c\/strong\u003e, these clamps are an excellent choice for off-grid cabins, RVs, boats, equipment trailers, workshops, sheds, agricultural buildings, and other DIY solar projects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"sapphire-section-title\"\u003eDesigned for DIY Solar\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"sapphire-hr\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sapphire-callout sapphire-callout-yellow\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sapphire-callout-title\"\u003eComplete Mounting Assembly Included\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sapphire-callout-p\"\u003eUnlike many systems that require separate spring nuts, each clamp includes the captive mounting nut, stainless steel Allen-head bolt, and lock washer needed for installation. The integrated plastic positioning clip securely holds the mounting assembly in place while you position your panel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"sapphire-section-title\"\u003eWhy You'll Love It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"sapphire-hr\"\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"sapphire-checklist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtruded from \u003cstrong\u003e6005-T5 structural aluminum\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e304 stainless steel\u003c\/strong\u003e Allen-head hardware\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComplete mounting assembly\u003c\/strong\u003e — no separate spring nuts required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlastic positioning clip holds the assembly in place during installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBroad \u003cstrong\u003e40mm clamping surface\u003c\/strong\u003e helps distribute force across the panel frame\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRaised grip ribs improve holding strength and electrical bonding\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for standard Unistrut \/ strut channel building materials\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"sapphire-section-title\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"sapphire-hr\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"sapphire-spec-table\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eClamp Material\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6005-T5 Structural Aluminum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFasteners\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e304 Stainless Steel Allen (Socket Head) Bolt \u0026amp; Lock Washer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCompatible Rail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard Unistrut \/ Strut Channel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePanel Thickness\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eClamp\u003cbr\u003eContact Surface\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7 × 40mm {End}\u003cbr\u003e10 x 40mm (Mid)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePanel Spacing\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eClamping Surface\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRaised grip ribs for improved bite strength and electrical bonding\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCorrosion Resistant\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"sapphire-section-title\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"sapphire-hr\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"sapphire-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eDo I need to purchase spring nuts separately?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sapphire-faq-body\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNo.\u003c\/strong\u003e Each clamp includes its own captive mounting nut, stainless steel Allen-head bolt, and lock washer. Everything required for the clamp assembly is included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"sapphire-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat does the plastic positioning clip do?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sapphire-faq-body\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe plastic positioning clip holds the complete mounting assembly exactly where you place it inside the strut channel, making installation much easier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce tightened, the plastic sits clear of the clamping and bonding surfaces, allowing direct metal-to-metal contact between the clamp and rail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"sapphire-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat size solar panels are these designed for?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sapphire-faq-body\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth clamp styles are designed around common \u003cstrong\u003e30mm aluminum-framed solar panels\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Mid Clamp also accommodates panel frames up to \u003cstrong\u003e35mm thick\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it compatible with many commercial solar modules while still being ideal for standard 30mm frames.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"sapphire-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow much spacing do the mid clamps provide?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sapphire-faq-body\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Mid Clamp creates approximately \u003cstrong\u003e20mm spacing\u003c\/strong\u003e between adjacent solar panels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"sapphire-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhy do the clamps have raised ribs?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sapphire-faq-body\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe raised ribs help increase bite strength to resist panel movement from vibration, wind, and thermal cycling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey also promote reliable metal-to-metal electrical bonding between the aluminum panel frame and the mounting hardware by concentrating clamping force at multiple contact points.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"sapphire-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow many clamps do I need?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sapphire-faq-body\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA typical row of solar panels requires:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"sapphire-spec-table\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePanels in Row\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eEnd Clamps\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMid Clamps\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis guide assumes a standard \u003cstrong\u003etwo-rail mounting system\u003c\/strong\u003e. If your installation uses \u003cstrong\u003ethree rails\u003c\/strong\u003e per row of panels, increase the number of Mid and End Clamps by approximately \u003cstrong\u003e50%\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"sapphire-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eCan these be used on residential rooftop installations?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sapphire-faq-body\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese clamps are intended for \u003cstrong\u003eDIY and off-grid solar projects\u003c\/strong\u003e using standard Unistrut \/ strut channel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor residential rooftop installations that require engineered or code-compliant racking, we recommend using a certified solar mounting system designed specifically for that application.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"sapphire-section-title\"\u003eLooking for Engineered Solar Racking?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"sapphire-hr\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sapphire-callout sapphire-callout-blue\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sapphire-callout-title\"\u003eNeed a Code-Compliant Roof Mount?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sapphire-callout-p\"\u003eThese clamps are an excellent solution for DIY and off-grid solar projects built with Unistrut. 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