Benefits and Advantages
OVER 40% INCREASE IN PRODUCTIVITY
The BW Tracker can increase the production of photovoltaic solar energy by 40% or more, as compared to a fixed tilt installation. This increases profit by eliminating the cost of many additional solar modules.
INDEPENDENT CONTROL
Each BW Tracker comes equipped with a Programmable Logic Controller (PLC), which uses an astronomical program to control tracker movements. There is no "hunting" for the sun, as the tracker knows where the sun is at any time of the year, for the particular tracker location. The control system also allows remote operations, if so configured.
STURDY, EASY TO INSTALL, LOW POWERR USAGE, AND REDUCED MAINTENANCE
The sturdy construction of the BW Tracker guarantees a long term investment, and the easy installation reduces labor costs. The tracker motors do not run continuously, so use less power (less than 50 kWh/year), and requires less maintenance.
ADAPTS TO CHANGING WEATHER CONDITIONS
The BW Tracker is connected to a meteorology station, which works with the controller. The tracker uses this technology to direct the array into a protective horizontal position in strong winds.
INVERTER FLEXIBILITY
The BW tracker offers complete flexibility in your choice of inverters. Whether you wish to utilize a number of smaller inverters located on the tracker, or large centralized inverters, you have as many options as there are inverters.
10-YEAR WARRANTY ON PARTS AND WORKMANSHIP
The BW tracker is the result of an international partnership with Meca Solar, who initially developed this revolutionary product. The tracker has a proven operational history in demanding conditions. Given the quality of our tracker we provide a 10-year warranty on parts and workmanship.
SECURITY
The size of the BW tracker structure gives the modules passive security. At night the controller directs the array into a horizontal position. The array is more than 4m from the ground, so no modules are easily accessible. Additionally, the modules can be secured with "headless" screws, or other security hardware. Finally, the modules can be connected to an optional anti-theft system that is able to detect and send a message if they are disconnected.
Technical data
Model | BWT-DT5KW |
Maximum module surface area | 32m2 (344.4ft2) |
Maximum photovoltaic power | 5kWp (as a function of module power and number of modules) |
Tracking technology | Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) astronomical program |
Algorithm accuracy | 0.003° |
Tracking accuracy | 2° |
Wind protection system | Programmable; automatic horizontal position at wind speeds greater than 70 km/h (43 mil/h) |
Tracker height | 3600mm(11.81ft), from the ground (horizontal position) |
Tracker weight | 1450kg(3198lb), without modules and foundation |
Tracking methods | 2 Axes, azimuth and height |
Angles of rotation | Azimuth: -120° to 120° Height: 0° to 60° |
Azimuth rotation | Driven by gear or Slewing bearing |
Vertical rotation | Driven by gear or Slewing bearing |
Power supply to motors | 24 Vdc /220 Vac , depending on location (US, Euro, etc.) |
Power consumption | Less than 50kwh/year |
Materials and surface treament | Steel, hot dipped galvanized or spray (selection by customer) |
Automation | Independent PLC on each tracker with possible interconnection and remote control(optional) |
Anti-theft system | Alarm and message by GSM upon module disconnection(optional) |
Monitoring | On site or remote monitoring on power output, tracking status(optional) and tracking control (optional) |
Electrical cabinets for PLC and for electrical security | Metallic, weather tight, fully wired surge protection for AC |
Inverters | Very flexible inverter configurations, ranging from several per tracker to large centralized inverters(optional) |
Wind load | Maximum rated wind speed is 135km/h(81mil/h) |
Snow load | Maximum rated snow load is 2kN/ m2 |
Protection level | IP65 |
Warranty | 10 years on parts and workmanship |
Note: For more details please contact with our sales.
Structure drawings
Benefits and Advantages
OVER 40% INCREASE IN PRODUCTIVITY
The BW Tracker can increase the production of photovoltaic solar energy by 40% or more, as compared to a fixed tilt installation. This increases profit by eliminating the cost of many additional solar modules.
INDEPENDENT CONTROL
Each BW Tracker comes equipped with a Programmable Logic Controller (PLC), which uses an astronomical program to control tracker movements. There is no "hunting" for the sun, as the tracker knows where the sun is at any time of the year, for the particular tracker location. The control system also allows remote operations, if so configured.
STURDY, EASY TO INSTALL, LOW POWERR USAGE, AND REDUCED MAINTENANCE
The sturdy construction of the BW Tracker guarantees a long term investment, and the easy installation reduces labor costs. The tracker motors do not run continuously, so use less power (less than 50 kWh/year), and requires less maintenance.
ADAPTS TO CHANGING WEATHER CONDITIONS
The BW Tracker is connected to a meteorology station, which works with the controller. The tracker uses this technology to direct the array into a protective horizontal position in strong winds.
INVERTER FLEXIBILITY
The BW tracker offers complete flexibility in your choice of inverters. Whether you wish to utilize a number of smaller inverters located on the tracker, or large centralized inverters, you have as many options as there are inverters.
10-YEAR WARRANTY ON PARTS AND WORKMANSHIP
The BW tracker is the result of an international partnership with Meca Solar, who initially developed this revolutionary product. The tracker has a proven operational history in demanding conditions. Given the quality of our tracker we provide a 10-year warranty on parts and workmanship.
SECURITY
The size of the BW tracker structure gives the modules passive security. At night the controller directs the array into a horizontal position. The array is more than 4m from the ground, so no modules are easily accessible. Additionally, the modules can be secured with "headless" screws, or other security hardware. Finally, the modules can be connected to an optional anti-theft system that is able to detect and send a message if they are disconnected.
Technical data
Model | BWT-DT5KW |
Maximum module surface area | 32m2 (344.4ft2) |
Maximum photovoltaic power | 5kWp (as a function of module power and number of modules) |
Tracking technology | Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) astronomical program |
Algorithm accuracy | 0.003° |
Tracking accuracy | 2° |
Wind protection system | Programmable; automatic horizontal position at wind speeds greater than 70 km/h (43 mil/h) |
Tracker height | 3600mm(11.81ft), from the ground (horizontal position) |
Tracker weight | 1450kg(3198lb), without modules and foundation |
Tracking methods | 2 Axes, azimuth and height |
Angles of rotation | Azimuth: -120° to 120° Height: 0° to 60° |
Azimuth rotation | Driven by gear or Slewing bearing |
Vertical rotation | Driven by gear or Slewing bearing |
Power supply to motors | 24 Vdc /220 Vac , depending on location (US, Euro, etc.) |
Power consumption | Less than 50kwh/year |
Materials and surface treament | Steel, hot dipped galvanized or spray (selection by customer) |
Automation | Independent PLC on each tracker with possible interconnection and remote control(optional) |
Anti-theft system | Alarm and message by GSM upon module disconnection(optional) |
Monitoring | On site or remote monitoring on power output, tracking status(optional) and tracking control (optional) |
Electrical cabinets for PLC and for electrical security | Metallic, weather tight, fully wired surge protection for AC |
Inverters | Very flexible inverter configurations, ranging from several per tracker to large centralized inverters(optional) |
Wind load | Maximum rated wind speed is 135km/h(81mil/h) |
Snow load | Maximum rated snow load is 2kN/ m2 |
Protection level | IP65 |
Warranty | 10 years on parts and workmanship |
Note: For more details please contact with our sales.
Structure drawings