T H E P R O F ES S I O N A L PV M OUNTI NG SYSTE M

In st a lla t io n g u id e

S unbeam Nova

U Un iv e r s a l S Symmetr ic a l
Page 4-5: : installation of a Page 6-7: installation of a
Sunbeam Universal system Sunbeam Symmetrical system
(solar panels facing south). (‘east-west’ configuration).
Main parts

Base units
The base units support the system. They are
available in several lengths, enabling you to
vary the distance between the rows.

U S U
base unit M (with ‘connector’) base unit E (without ‘connector’)
optional

Carriers
Attach the carriers to the base units to form a
stable triangular base for mounting the solar
panels.

U S
carrier Universal carrier Symmetrical
south-facing ‘east-west’

Ballast racks and wind plates

In addition to carrying ballast and deflecting
wind, these planar elements have an important
secondary function: they reinforce the system’s
matrix configuration.

U S U
ballast rack wind plate

Va ri o u s p a r ts

foot end clamp mid clamp clamp screw short screw cable clip rubber block rubber mat
also in black also in black carriers, ballast for gravel roofs
racks, wind plates

U S

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P rep ar a t io n

• Make sure the roof is empty and clean.
• Make sure the delivery is complete.
• Study the configuration and ballast plan,
and follow it meticulously. If you deviate
from the plan you may end up with an
incorrect number of parts.
• Work accurately and systematically.
• Don’t place heavy pallets directly on the
roof (especially those carrying modules,
ballast racks or wind plates). The local
load on the roof may become very high.
• Beware of parts and packaging blowing
away in the wind and sharp-edged parts
damaging the top layer of the roof.
• Always observe adequate safety
measures, such as placing bannisters
along the roof edge and wearing a safety
harness to prevent falls.
• After installation, ensure that all screws
and clamps are present and firmly in
place.

C o nfi g u r a t io n and ballas t plan

Every Sunbeam project plan includes a configuration and ballast plan,

Sunbeam Calculator Nova
which is prepared using the Sunbeam Calculator software. Project SB-00123 sunbeam test v 2.13

This picture shows the positions where ballast racks are needed. The Basisgegevens van dit veld

veldnaam A 1 x 30

gebouwhoogte 10 m
Dakrandzones volgens Eurocode

numbers indicate the number of tiles to be placed in the racks. Boxes

dakmaten 30 x 20 m 2,0
Hiernaast is aangegeven welke afstanden
dakbedekking bitumen
tot de dakrand gelden bij een rechthoekig
met grind 1
gebouw.
ballast tegels 8 kg 16,0 20
U bent zelf verantwoordelijk voor het

without numbers represent empty ballast racks used to facilitate

bepalen en aanhouden van de dakzones.
Resultaten De ballastwaarden die dit programma

stuwdruk 700 N/m2 aangeeft zijn alleen geldig indien het

gehele systeem in zone H staat.
aantal modules 72 2,0 26,0
oppervlak systeem 174 m2

installation. totaalgewicht 16,2 kg/m2 2832 kg

druk per voet 19 kPa

It is possible to use several types of ballast tiles, allowing for a large

range of weights. Always make sure that the actual weight of the tiles 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12

matches the weight prescribed in the configuration and ballast plan!

module + windplaat
1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1

11,770 m
positie met 1 ballastplaat
2 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1
cijfer = aantal tegels @ 8 kg

3 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1

4 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 positie met ballastplaat

zonder ballast
5 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1

6 1 1 1 1 nn 1 1 1

7 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1

8 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1

10

11

12

16,640 m

In this Installation guide, steps labelled with the symbol shown on the left must be carried out

exactly as described in the configuration and ballast plan.

Si z i ng t o o l

longest side L

The sizing tool enables you to place the base Adjust the sizing tool by sliding the flanges protruding form the plastic sliders up against the
units at exactly the required distance from side edges of the solar panels and firmly tightening the screws at the bottom of the slider. If you
each other. don’t have a solar panel at hand, you can adjust the sizing tool using a measuring tape.

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 U 1 . P l ac i n g t h e fe et a n d t h e ba se u n its U nive rsal
N
M or E

Attach one foot per base unit by clicking it Place the base units on the roof in the order indicated in the configuration and ballast plan.
into place at the end without connector. The Each row is terminated (at the northern end) with an additional foot.
holes in the base unit line up with the catches Caution: Do not assemble the base units yet!
protruding from the feet.

U 2 . P l ac i n g t h e ca rri e rs

3/8

3
1 8 -1 0 N m

1. Insert the connector into the next base unit Repeat this with the end block at the opposite Attach the end blocks to the base units with
until it is up against the stop. side. When assembling a Universal system, the short screws. Make sure that the base
2. Insert the yellow end block into the slit. you must first carefully bend the carrier until it units are inserted all the way, and that all the
3. Push outwards to align the screw holes. assumes the correct angle. holes are aligned properly!

U 3 . A l i g ni n g , s q u a ri n g a n d pla c in g th e b a lla st r a c ks

4 m < 5 Nm

N
3/8
3 m

m
5

A triangle with sides of 3, 4 and 5

metres always has a square angle.

Ensure that the entire system is straight and squared, using tools such as a folding square or a Attach the ballast racks using the short
laser, or by drawing a ‘3-4-5 triangle’. Always use the sizing tool to make sure the base units are screws. Tighten the screws firmly, but take
at the correct distance from each other. care not to strip the thread.

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 U 4. Ballast U nive rsal
30 cm

✔ ≤ 1 0 0 0 N /m 2

21 cm

✔
30 cm
✘
15 cm

✘ po sit io n w it h b al l as t
( numbe r = numb e r of t i l e s )

Place the ballast. Pavements slabs of 30 Ballast needs to rest stable on top and may The small black squares without a number
cmcan be placed on top. This is allowed up to not cover the entire bottom of the ballast indicate positions with empty ballast plates.
a peak pressure of 1000 N/m2. plate. The use of gravel as ballasting material These are used to ensure a higher system
is not allowed. connectivity.

U 5 . Pl a c in g s olar pane ls

3/8

8 - 10 Nm
3/8

8 - 1 0 Nm

When placing a solar panel, pay attention Sunbeam Nova end clamps can be used The mid clamps ensure a 10 mm gap between
to the lip at the end of the carrier, which universally for panels ranging from 30 to 50 the panels. Fit them with the long clamp
prevents the solar panels from falling down mm in thickness. Fit the clamps using the long screws as well.
between the carriers. clamp screws.

U 6 . F in is h ing

3/8

< 5 Nm

Tie cables running between panels with the Optional power-optimisers or micro-inverters, Mount the wind plates at the backside of the
cable clips. Additional cable clips can be (for example SolarEdge) can be mounted on carriers. Wind plates may overlap.
ordered separately. the shorter leg of the carriers using a self- Fix them in place with the short screws.
drilling screw (not included).

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 S 1 . P l ac i n g t h e fe et a n d t h e ba se u n its Symm e t rical
N

Attach one foot per base unit by clicking it Place the base units on the roof in the order indicated in the configuration and ballast plan.
into place at the end without connector. The Add feet underneath the base units at positions where ballast racks are needed (see arrows).
holes in the base unit line up with the catches If it is difficult to click the feet into place, squeeze the catches slightly inwards.
protruding from the feet. Each row is terminated with an additional foot. Caution: Do not assemble the base units yet!

S 2 . P l ac i n g t h e ca rri e rs

3/8

3
1 8 -1 0 N m

1. Insert the connector into the next base unit Repeat this with the end block at the opposite Attach the end blocks to the base units with
until it is up against the stop. side. Caution: makes sure that the ‘knee plate’ the short screws. Make sure that the base
2. Insert the yellow end block into the slit. stays in position. units are inserted all the way, and that all the
3. Push outwards to align the screw holes. holes are aligned properly!

S 3 . A l i g ni n g , s q u a ri n g a n d pla c in g th e b a lla st r a c ks

4 m
< 5 Nm
N

3/8
3 m

m
5

A triangle with sides of 3, 4 and 5

metres always has a square angle.

Ensure that the entire system is straight and squared, using tools such as a folding square or a Attach the ballast racks using the short
laser, or by drawing a ‘3-4-5 triangle’. Always use the size tool to make sure the base units are screws. Tighten the screws firmly, but take
at the correct distance from each other. care not to strip the thread.

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 S 4. Ballast Symm e t rical
30 cm

✔ ≤ 1 0 0 0 N /m 2

21 cm

✔
30 cm
✘
15 cm

✘ po sit io n w it h b al l as t
( numbe r = numb e r of t i l e s )

Place the ballast. Pavements slabs of 30 Ballast needs to rest stable on top and may The small black squares without a number
cmcan be placed on top. This is allowed up to not cover the entire bottom of the ballast indicate positions with empty ballast plates.
a peak pressure of 1000 N/m2. plate. The use of gravel as ballasting material These are used to ensure a higher system
is not allowed. connectivity.

S 5 . Pl a c in g s olar pane ls

3/8

8 - 10 Nm 3/8

8 - 10 Nm

When placing a solar panel, pay attention Sunbeam Nova end clamps can be used The mid clamps ensure a 10 mm gap between
to the lip at the end of the carrier, which universally for panels ranging from 30 to 50 the panels. Fit them with the long clamp
prevents the solar panels from falling down mm in thickness. Fit the clamps using the long screws as well.
between the carriers. clamp screws.

S 6 . F in is h ing

Tie cables running between panels with the

cable clips. Additional cable clips can be
ordered separately.

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Wa r r anty
Provided SUNBEAM Nova is installed and maintained according to the instructions,
SUNBEAM BV guarantees the system’s mechanical stability as well as its capability to
withstand wind and snow loads conform the relevant Eurocodes.
The default warranty period is 10 years.

All deliveries made by SUNBEAM BV are subject to the default terms and conditions, see www.sunbeam-pv.com/eng/downloads

‘SUNBEAM’ is a registered trademark.

The SUNBEAM design is protected by several international patents.

Manu f ac tu r e r
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