Specifications
APPLICATIONS
Solar panels and related photovoltaic products require grounding per the National
Electric Code (NEC Article 690.34). These applications include, but are not limited
to electrical grounding of solar modules and solar roof tiles.
ELECTRICAL
Short Term Current Test (UL 467) :
6 AWG = 1530A (6 seconds), 8 AWG = 1180A (4 seconds)
10 AWG = 750A (4 seconds), 12 AWG = 470A (4 seconds)
MECHANICAL
Secureness Test (UL 486A-B) :
6 AWG = 18 lbs (30 minutes), 8 AWG = 8 lbs (30 minutes)
10 AWG = 5lbs (30 minutes), 12 AWG = 5 lbs (30 minutes)
Pull out Test (UL 486A-B) :
6 AWG = 100 lbs (1 minute), 8 AWG = 90 lbs (1 minute)
10 AWG = 80 lbs (1 minute), 12 AWG = 70 lbs (1 minute)
APPLICABLE WIRE SIZES
Uninsulated Coper Wire
MATERIALS
Connector and Hardware : Stainless Steel (Passivated)
PRODUCT OFFERING
APPLICATION TOOLING
Standard hex socket or wrenches with torque driver.
SOLARLOK
Grounding Bolt
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PART NUMBER THREAD DIM “A”
2058729-1 #8-32 UNC .380
2106831-1 #10-32 UNF .700
Wire Size Solid Stranded
6 AWG Yes 7 or 19 strands
8 AWG Yes 7 or 19 strands
10 AWG Yes 7 or 19 strands
12 AWG Yes No
Bottom ViewTop View Side View
Edge feature
KEY FEATURES
• Rugged and compact
hex bolt design made
from stainless steel.
• Quick and easy mounting
procedures.
• Bottom edge feature cuts
through the annodized
aluminum surface when
securing the hex bolt to
the module frame.
• Standard tooling can be
used with the hex nuts.