Single Axis Slew Drive With Electric Motor 30 Years Field Life PV Solar Tracking System
Compact Slewing Drive Description
Compact and Space-Efficient Solar Tracking Drive
The solar tracker slewing drive is engineered to be compact and space-efficient, making it ideal for applications with limited installation space. Despite its size, it offers powerful torque and precise control, allowing solar tracking systems to operate effectively within confined areas. This design is particularly advantageous in rooftop solar installations and other space-restricted environments.
Performace of VE Series Slewing Drive
Model | Ratio | Rated Output Torque(N.m) | Tilting Torque(N.m) | Holding Torque(N.m) | Axial Load(kN) | Radial Load(kN) | Efficiency | Precision(°) | Self-locking | Weight(kg) |
3" | 31:1 | 600 | 1500 | 1800 | 22 | 15 | 40% | ≤0.1 | Yes | 12 |
5" | 37:1 | 800 | 5000 | 9200 | 16 | 27 | 40% | ≤0.1 | Yes | 18 |
7" | 57:1 | 1750 | 7000 | 13200 | 34 | 58 | 40% | ≤0.1 | Yes | 32 |
8" | 51:1 | 2250 | 11200 | 20400 | 50 | 80 | 40% | ≤0.1 | Yes | 28 |
9" | 61:1 | 2250 | 16000 | 30800 | 60 | 130 | 40% | ≤0.1 | Yes | 52 |
12" | 78:1 | 4300 | 25000 | 40560 | 77 | 190 | 40% | ≤0.1 | Yes | 65 |
14" | 85:1 | 5600 | 48000 | 44200 | 110 | 230 | 40% | ≤0.1 | Yes | 88 |
17" | 102:1 | 6750 | 67000 | 53040 | 142 | 390 | 40% | ≤0.1 | Yes | 135 |
21" | 125:1 | 16000 | 89000 | 65000 | 337 | 640 | 40% | ≤0.1 | Yes | 192 |
25" | 150:1 | 21450 | 112000 | 89000 | 476 | 950 | 40% | ≤0.1 | Yes | 251 |
Applications
Commercial and Industrial Rooftop Installations: In commercial and industrial settings where rooftop solar installations are common, solar tracker slewing drives find application to enhance energy production. These compact and versatile drives enable solar panels to track the sun's movement, ensuring that they are always oriented for maximum sunlight exposure. This is particularly valuable for maximizing energy output in environments with limited available space.
Off-Grid and Remote Power Systems: In off-grid and remote locations, where access to traditional power sources may be limited, solar tracker slewing drives are employed in solar installations to boost energy production. By continuously adjusting the position of solar panels to face the sun, these drives enhance the efficiency of off-grid power systems, providing a reliable and sustainable source of energy in areas without access to a centralized power grid.