SolarSpine PV spikes made of stainless steel – self-adjusting – 25 m – various heights

SolarSpine - self-adjusting PV spikes made of stainless steel - various heights - 25 meters

The single-row, self-adjusting PV spikes are specially designed for use on solar and photovoltaic modules. They effectively prevent pigeons and other birds from crawling, nesting, and breeding between the roof and solar modules by providing a robust, mechanical barrier.

The spikes have a bar thickness of 2.0 mm , a self-adjusting tip length of 110 mm (including bar 128 mm) or 170 mm (including bar 188 mm) and a regular tip spacing of 25 mm , with a length of 500 mm per element and high-quality workmanship from 1.4301 stainless steel .

*The 50cm elements are preferably mounted with the separately available clips (see here) .*

Alternatively, the elements can be bonded the traditional way (though this can be quite time-consuming) using a special adhesive. However, this should preferably be done in the early morning hours on clean, grease-free modules for the best adhesion. The adhesive should be fully applied to the strip body to ensure a secure connection.

You can choose between the following options:

• Rod length for heights from 50 mm to 110 mm
• Rod length for heights from 80 mm to 170 mm
  
  

Technical data:

Product name: SolarSpine - self-adjusting PV spikes made of stainless steel
Available variants: 110 mm or 170 mm
Quantity per unit: 25 meters consisting of 50 elements of 50 cm length each
Fastening: using suitable clips or suitable adhesive
Rod thickness of the tips: 2.0 mm
Rod length of the tips: 50 mm to 110 mm (128 mm with bar) or 80 mm to 170 mm (188 mm with bar)
Center distance: 25 mm
Technology: self-adjusting
Band length: 500 mm (with 10 oval holes 4.2 x 10 mm)
Band width: 18 mm + 50 mm
Band thickness: 0.8 mm
Material: 1.4301 stainless steel - Surface untreated

Assembly instructions / tips

• For quick and worry-free installation, we recommend using the separately available clips
• Alternatively, gluing would also be possible, but please note the following points:
  • Pay attention to the temperature: Do not apply adhesive to warm or hot modules. If possible, start in the early morning hours—especially in summer, before the panels heat up.
    
  • Prepare surfaces: Thoroughly clean all surfaces before applying the adhesive. Use only alcohol-based cleaners or primers. The surface must be free of dust and grease. Do not use solvents!
  • Ensure liability:
    • Glue the entire surface – don’t skimp on the glue.
    • If necessary, roughen profiles with a metal brush or sandpaper.
    • A maximum of 12 m can be fully bonded with one cartridge.
    • The glue should come out from the sides and through the holes.
    • After bonding, an adhesive layer of approximately 2 mm thick must remain between the solar system and the spikes so that the materials can expand.
    • If dismantled later, the modules remain undamaged.
      
      
• Alternative mounting: For older systems outside the warranty period, the PV spikes can also be secured using self-drilling V2A screws. Before doing so, be sure to check that no cables are running behind the frame.