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S-5! Clamps & Brackets


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Attachment of solar panel system arrays on a metal roof has always been difficult and often the source of leaks and maintenance problems until S-5!® clamps and brackets. Thanks to their patented round-point setscrews, S-5! clamps will not pierce the metal roof paneling or violate system warranties.

Metal standing seam products represent the “state-of-the-art” in roofing alternatives today, offering service life and dependability measured in decades. S-5! clamps complement these roofs by providing a dependable way to attach solar modules without jeopardizing the integrity of the roof system.

The broad line of aluminum and brass S-5! clamps are extremely versatile, fitting most standing seam and exposed-fastened metal roof profiles, including most structural and architectural profiles. S5! clamps and brackets have been laboratory tested on a variety of seam types, profiles, and materials to determine ultimate tensile failure loads.

The S-5! mini clamps have incredible holding strength, providing exceptional value and performance comparable to their standard equivalents. Having one setscrew rather than two, the mini clamps are the choice for smaller arrays and the only choice for attaching the S5-PV Kit to an S5! clamp.

The versatile, simple design and the ample size make original S-5! clamps strong enough to be perfect for the long solar panel strings typical of large commercial and industrial solar systems.

S5! Mini Clamp with S5-PV Kit

S5! Mini Clamps Available

The Mini version of S5! clamps are bit shorter than their standard counterparts. Mini Clamps have one setscrew in their base rather than two. Mini Clamps must be used with the S5-PV Kit.

The S-5! Family of Clamps

The S-5!® family of clamps attach to the panel seam by inserting and tightening one setscrew for mini clamps or two setscrews for original clamps. These setscrews will slightly dimple the seam material, but they will not tear or pierce it. This provides a sound mechanical attachment that will not deteriorate with age and will not void your metal roof's warranty.

Most clamps below are available in a Mini version which is shorter than the photos below. Contact us for details.

S-5-U


S-5-U

The S-5-U clamp is popular and versatile. It will fit about 85% of the standing seam profiles.

S-5-S


S-5-S

The S-5-S clamp is a versatile clamp that was created especially for snap-together profiles.

S-5-E


S-5-E

For double-folded standing seam roofs. The S-5-E is a bit smaller than the S-5-U.

S-5-T


S-5-T

The two-piece S-5-T will fit profiles having a T-shaped seam, angle-seam or single-folded seam.

S-5-Z


S-5-Z

The two-piece S-5-Z clamp will fit Zip-Rib®, Kalzip® roofs that have a round “bulb” seam.

S-5-Q


S-5-Q

The two-piece S-5-Q is for metal roofs having a large, round “bulb” seam configuration up to 29 mm.

S-5-K700


S-5-K700

S-5-K700 clamp for Stramit Speed Deck Ultra®, Lysaght Klip-Lok 700 Hi-Strength® & Fielders KingKlip®.

S-5-KHD


S-5-KHD

The S-5-KHD is the most durable S5! clamp. It fits Lysaght 406®, McElroy Mirage, Metal Sales Clip Loc, and AEP-SPAN Klip-Rib®.

S-5-K Grip


S-5-K Grip

The S-5-K Grip clamp fits bulb snap-together seams. The design uses one of 4 inserts (sold separately).

S-5-B


S-5-B

The S-5-B clamp maintains the beautiful appearance of copper roofing with standing or batten seams.

S-5-V


S-5-V

The S-5-V clamp is a versatile clamp that fits vertical-folded seam profiles.

S-5-H


S-5-H

The two-piece S-5-H allows for attachment to a horizontal seam or the vertical leg of the seam.

S-5-H90


S-5-H90

The one-piece S-5-H90 is for wide horizontal seams greater than 0.65".

S-5-R465


S-5-R465

Zambelli RIB-ROOF 465, McElroy Metal’s Mirage II, Rib Roof Metal Systems’ Rib Roof. 3x strength of the older S-5-R.

S-5-N


S-5-N

The S-5-N is for nail strip metal roofs like: Taylor Metals' Easy Lock™, ASC Building Products' Skyline Roofing®, McElroy Metals' Meridian, and New Tech Machinery's FF100. 1.5" version also available.

The S-5! Family of Brackets

CorruBracket 100T
CorruBracket
The CorruBracket 100T for corrugated metal roofs is affixed to the crest of the corrugation, leaving the drainage plane free of holes to protect against leaks.
ProteaBracket
ProteaBracket
The ProteaBracket is the most versatile exposed-fastened metal roof solar panel mounting bracket available.
VersaBracket
VersaBracket
The VersaBracket is compatible with almost any trapezoidal, exposed-fastened metal roof.
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Contact us at (877) 297-0014 for expert S5! assistance and low wholesale prices.

Which S5! clamp on horizontal seams?

For horizontal seams under .5"

Use the S-5-E and crimp the seam to 180 degrees at desired clamp location.

For horizontal seams under .5" you may also use the S-5-T or the S-5-S to avoid crimping the seam.

For horizontal seams greater than .5" and less than .625" use the S-5-T.

This illustration demonstrates crimping technique, NOT actual location of clamp.

For horizontal seams greater than .65"

For horizontal seams greater than .65" use the S-5-U in its horizontal orientation or use the S-5-H90.

For horizontal seams less than .65" you may also crimp the seam as shown to the left for the S-5-E.

Go to www.S-5.com/tools for complete installation instructions, information, and tools available for properly attaching and tensioning S-5! clamps.

Contact us toll-free at (877) 297-0014 for expert assistance and low wholesale pricing for S5! solar panel mounting clamps.