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 Post subject: Array angle
PostPosted: Tue Apr 25, 2006 7:46 pm GMT EthGMT 
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What is the easiest way to get your array angle on a pitched roof? My roof has a 8/12 pitch.
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8/12 * 45 = 30 deg


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they also sell a tool that can give angles. it is circular with a pointer always pointing up or down or even sideways in the example below so when placed on an angle the pointer points to the angle. most i have seen also have a magnet on the bottom of the tool, but that won't stick to an aluminum pv frame or mount. they are called magnetic protractors and aren't all high priced.
http://www.sears.com/sr/javasr/product. ... 0939840000


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 Post subject: Roof Pitch angle
PostPosted: Fri Apr 28, 2006 11:06 am GMT EthGMT 
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Ask any high schooler - they should know.
inv tan 8/12 = 33.6 degrees

But I DO like Gup's kwik & dirty.

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