Solar Panel Pole Mounts for Remote & Industrial Sites
Pole mounts put solar panels on masts, posts and towers so they can see clear sky above fences, vegetation and people. They are the default choice for many remote systems: sensors, cameras, repeaters, gateways and small off-grid loads that sit away from buildings and vehicles.
This collection focuses on pole hardware for small and mid-size modules used in monitoring, control and communication projects. You will see similar mounting patterns in our IoT & Smart Sensors, Weather Station and Solar for Security Cameras & Gates application pages, where the panel must be both visible to the sun and out of easy reach.
Types of Solar Panel Pole Mounts in This Collection
Small Pole Mounts for IoT & Sensor Nodes
Small pole mounts are designed for compact modules powering sensors, RTUs, telemetry radios and metering equipment. They clamp to common pole sizes and offer basic tilt adjustment. These mounts are often paired with mini modules similar in scale to the products found in our Mini Solar Panels collection, where physical footprint is as important as wattage.
Medium Pole Mounts for Cameras & Gateways
Medium-size pole mounts carry panels for security cameras, access-control gates and data gateways. They need to support higher wind loads and heavier modules than sensor-only systems. Adjustable tilt and azimuth help align panels when the pole cannot point exactly south or when site constraints force non-ideal orientations.
Dual & Multi-Panel Pole Brackets
Dual and multi-panel brackets hold two or more modules on a single mast. They are used when a site needs more energy, redundancy or separate power feeds for different loads. Some installations combine a fixed pole-mounted array with a small ground-deployed panel similar to those in our Portable Solar Panels collection to increase resilience during low-sun periods.
Clamp Kits & Hardware Packs
Clamp kits and hardware packs include U-bolts, straps, saddles and fasteners for securing mounts to round or square poles. Correct clamping is essential: it keeps structures aligned, prevents rotation in wind and ensures loads transfer safely into the pole. Many of the same principles apply to the rest of the system wiring, which draws on connectors, protection and tools similar to those in our Accessories collection.
Pole Mount Design & Installation Notes
Pole-mounted systems live in exposed conditions, so small design choices have outsized effects on reliability and service effort.
- Pole size and foundation: Confirm that the pole diameter, wall thickness and foundation or base are adequate for the panel area and wind speeds at your site.
- Height and access: Balance vandal resistance and shading against the need for safe access. Panels that are too low invite tampering; panels that are too high complicate maintenance.
- Orientation and tilt: Set azimuth and tilt to suit your latitude and seasonal priorities. When poles cannot face the ideal direction, use mounts with azimuth adjustment if available.
- Cable routing: Route wiring inside the pole where possible or along protected paths, securing cables with UV-stable fasteners and avoiding sharp edges.
- Lightning and grounding: In many installations the pole acts as a lightning attractor. Follow local grounding and bonding practices so surge energy has a defined path away from equipment and wiring.
OEM & Project Pole-Mount Solutions
For fleets of poles, gateways or sensor nodes, standardising pole mounts and panel packages simplifies design and field work. Every site then shares the same clamping method, tilt range and wiring path, and technicians know what to expect before they arrive.
Pole-mount hardware from this collection can be combined with dedicated modules developed through our Custom Solar Panels program to create repeatable kits tailored to your voltage, energy and mechanical needs. Defining panel size, bracket layout and connector scheme once lets you roll out many identical systems instead of treating each pole as a unique build.
