Mounting Hardware

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The consequences of having a solar panel blow off your roof when driving down the highway are extreme and the potential for damaging your RV with poorly installed solar panels is high.  Because of this, we don’t recommend cutting corners when it comes to mounting solar panels.  AM Solar is well aware of the risks and has been mounting solar panels on RVs for over two decades.  We take the job seriously and we haven’t lost a single solar panel. 

AM Solar’s proprietary mounts are constructed from stainless steel and are designed to outlast your roof.  Our Rocker Mounts can be tilted for easy cleaning or held at a 45 degree angle with our tilt bars to maximize energy production when the sun is low on the horizon.  Our mounting system utilizes 3M VHB tape buried in sealant to provide a secure non-penetrating connection to metal and fiberglass roofs.  Each mount set also comes with optional screws for rubber or textured roofs.

A solar mounting system provides a durable foundation for solar energy on RV roofs. Get ready to solar power your next adventure with our wide variety of mounting brackets, adapters, tilt bars, and more for any roof type.

The consequences of having a solar panel blow off your roof when driving down the highway are extreme and the potential for damaging your RV with poorly installed solar panels is high.  Because of this, we don’t recommend cutting corners when it comes to mounting solar panels.  AM Solar is well aware of the risks and has been mounting solar panels on RVs for over two decades.  We take the job seriously and we haven’t lost a single solar panel. 

AM Solar’s proprietary mounts are constructed from stainless steel and are designed to outlast your roof.  Our Rocker Mounts can be tilted for easy cleaning or held at a 45 degree angle with our tilt bars to maximize energy production when the sun is low on the horizon.  Our mounting system utilizes 3M VHB tape buried in sealant to provide a secure non-penetrating connection to metal and fiberglass roofs.  Each mount set also comes with optional screws for rubber or textured roofs.

A solar mounting system provides a durable foundation for solar energy on RV roofs. Get ready to solar power your next adventure with our wide variety of mounting brackets, adapters, tilt bars, and more for any roof type.

Please note: When installing a solar array yourself, please make sure to follow our instructions to the T. Additionally, because your rig is an “earthquake on wheels” dealing with high winds, we advise you to re-tighten any T-knobs before traveling. You can also contact the AM Solar team for an easy installation solution.

Z-Bigfoot and Rocker Mount Sets: Mount Adapters, T-knobs, L-feet, Tape

Each of these kits contains all the hardware needed to attach a solar panel to a flat surface. The “Z” Bigfoot Mounts are fixed and the Rocker Mounts can have a tilt angle. When using Rocker Foot Mounts, be sure to select the size that matches the thickness of your solar panel frame. No solar panel installation done by AM Solar has ever flown off.

  • "Z" Bigfoot Mount Set

    This z brackets mount set is designed for use with our AMS Essential kits or any solar panel with mounting holes in the frame. This mount set will not allow for tilting. Made from corrosion-resistant stainless steel.

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  • 35mm Rocker Foot Mount Set

    For use with 35mm (1.38") frame solar panels. Made from corrosion resistant stainless steel. AM Solar Rocker Foot Mount Sets are the culmination of decades of RV solar installation experience.  The mounts are designed to attach to the short sides of the solar...

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  • 40mm Rocker Foot Mount Set

    For use with 40mm (1.57") frames like our GO160 solar panels. Made from corrosion resistant stainless steel. AM Solar Rocker Foot Mount Sets are the culmination of decades of RV solar installation experience.  The mounts are designed to attach to the short sides...

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  • 35mm Rocker Foot Mount Set for Zamp Panels

    For use with the 35mm (1.38") frame of Zamp Legacy solar panels. Made of corrosion resistant stainless steel. AM Solar Rocker Foot Mount Sets are the culmination of decades of RV solar installation experience.  The mounts are designed to attach to the short...

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  • Zamp Obsidian Mounts

    For use with the Zamp Obsidian 100W solar panels. Low profile mounts are ideal for vans. Stabilized mounts are ideal for curved roofs like Airstreams. AM Solar Rocker Foot Mount Sets are the culmination of decades of RV solar installation experience.  No penetration...

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Mounting L-Feet with Tape

L-Feet are what attach to the roof and connect to the mount adapters on the Rocker Foot mount sets. L-Feet come in a variety of sizes to give flexibility in mount height. All L-Feet come with VHB tape already attached.

  • L Foot

    Elevates solar panels 1-1/8”, 1-1/2”, 1-7/8”, 2-7/8”, 2-5/8”, 3”, 3-3/8” or 3-3/4” above roof surface. Solar panels require at least four L feet. L feet can be used two to a corner to double surface contact area and improve mount strength. Made from...

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T-Knobs and Mount Adapters

  • Mount Adapter Set

    Attaches to solar modules with 35mm (1.38”) or 40mm (1.57”) thick frames. Extends 1-1/4” Beyond the frame of the short edge of the solar panel. Designed to be used in conjunction with L-feet. Compatible with tilt bars. Made from corrosion-resistant stainless steel.

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  • T-Knob and Lock Washer Sets

    T-knobs may be used to on our Rocker Foot Mount Sets to allow for tilting or easy removal for cleaning and repairs. For any setups using t-knobs, we recommend frequent checks to tighten the knobs as they may loosen in transit. Sold in...

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  • Mount Hardware for Zamp Panels

    This hardware kit includes the special bolts and retainers needed to interface with Zamp panel frames for attaching them to AM Solar Mount kits. For use with Zamp Solar USA built Omni-rail panels only This bolt set is only for the 35mm US...

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  • Security Bolt T-Knob Alternative

    If solar panel theft is a concern, this keyed security bolt can be a T-Knob alternative. Sold singly. Bolt-T27 1/4-20x1/2 SS AM Solar Part Number:  FSTBLT-SECURE

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Tilt Bar Sets

Tilt bars work with the Rocker Foot mount sets to hold panels at a 45-degree angle. The 15.5″ sets should be used on panels with a short edge length of around 21″. The 19.5″ sets should be used on panels with a short edge length of around 26″. The tilting panels are manual, which means climbing on a roof. Panels must be returned to level before driving.

  • Tilt Bar Set - 11" / 45°

    For tilting panels approximately 12-14” wide at roughly a 45-degree angle to increase output in the winter months. Made from corrosion-resistant stainless steel. Recommended for use with NOIR 110W and Zamp 95W Long panels. This item includes 2pc T-Knobs for install. For Extra...

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  • Tilt Bar Set - 15.5" / 45°

    For tilting panels approximately 19-25” wide at roughly a 45-degree angle to increase output in the winter months. Made from corrosion-resistant stainless steel. Not recommended for the 90W Long panel. This item includes 2pc T-Knobs for install. For Extra T-Knobs please see our...

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  • Tilt Bar Set - 19.5" / 45°

    For tilting the ZS170 solar panel at a 45 degree angle for increased output in the winter months. Made from corrosion resistant stainless steel. This item includes 2pc T-Knobs for install. For Extra T-Knobs please see our listing

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Sealant and Tape

VHB tape is used to hold down mount sets and combiner boxes. Sealant is used to protect the tape from the elements so it doesn’t degrade and lose adhesion over time. Dicor is self-leveling but not used as an adhesive. Teroson is harder to work with, but has additional bonding capabilities. One tube of sealant is sufficient for two panels and one combiner box. Installations larger than seven panels should use three tubes.

  • Dicor Sealant

    Dicor protects the VHB tape from the elements. Use it to seal around mount feet, cable management hardware and combiner boxes attached to roofs.

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  • TEROSON MS 5510 Sealant

    Ideal for Airstream roofs, Teroson protects the VHB tape from the elements and is UV rated. Use it to seal around mount feet, cable management hardware, and combiner boxes attached to roofs. Do not use Teroson on TPO roofs. TEROSON® MS 5510™ WHITE...

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  • VHB Tape, two 5" Strips

    3M VHB tape is used to secure mounting feet and combiner boxes to fiberglass or metal roofs (not rubber). Cut each 5" strip in half for each of four mounting feet per panel 3M VHB Tape Data Sheet 3M Technical Bulletin VHB Durability...

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Pole & Shingle Mount Set

The pole mount kit is ideal for fixed installations like gate openers, electric fences or security systems.

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    Support from AMSolar is definitely 5 stars. 1st line of support for Victron equipment provided through distributors. AMSolar likely one of the best when it comes to RVs.

    Tom B

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    AM Solar is my “go to” website and store for all my solar needs. They provide technical advice to help ensure you are choosing the correct components. Their parts and connectors are high quality and come with heat shrink cabling to ensure a water tight connection.

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  • AM Solar Roof Combiner Box (C-Box)

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    Pamela D

  • Dicor Sealant

    I visit a lot of industrial manufacturing and assembly facilities in my job as an environmental engineer. Sometimes it evident that a facility has an organized mind at work setting things up. I get that feeling with AM Solar. Keep up the good work guys.

    Dan M

  • Dicor Sealant

    I enjoy doing business with AM Solar. All the employees have been there a long time. They know and use the products the sell. They are knowledgeable and very helpful. They are the first company I turn to for my Airstream solar needs.

    Keith W

  • VHB Tape, two 5″ Strips

    I enjoy doing business with AM Solar. All the employees have been there a long time. They know and use the products the sell. They are knowledgable and very helpful. They are the first company I turn to for my Airstream solar needs.

    Keith W

  • TEROSON MS 5510 Sealant (legacy)

    This is the 2nd large order I have made from AM Solar. They are absolutely the best. Garret went above and beyond helping me, a do it yourselfer, know what I needed to buy. The kits are especially helpful with all the small accessories.

    Scott M

  • TEROSON MS 5510 Sealant (legacy)

    I enjoy doing business with AM Solar. All the employees have been there a long time. They know and use the products the sell. They are knowledgeable and very helpful. They are the first company I turn to for my Airstream solar needs.

    Keith W

  • Roof Wire Harness Acc. Kit

    I enjoy doing business with AM Solar. All the employees have been there a long time. They know and use the products the sell. They are knowledgeable and very helpful. They are the first company I turn to for my Airstream solar needs.

    Keith W