ISOTRAP XLA

Trapezoidal and Sandwich Roof Installation System
The ISOTRAP XLA mounting system, used as a full-length rail on trapezoidal and sandwich-clad pitched roofs, provides ease of application as well as added strength to your roof. With four different ISOBEAM profile heights, it adapts to every roof configuration.
  • An economical and reliable solution.
  • Front-adhesive EPDM tape
  • Possibility of using longitudinal profiles (1050-6050 mm)
  • 1.4 - 2.4 kg/m² lightweight design
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ISOTRAP XLA mounting system overview
ISOTRAP XLA mounting system view 1

What is ISOTRAP XLA?

ISOTRAP XLA is a professional mounting system designed for solar panel installation on trapezoidal and sandwich-clad industrial roofs, utilizing full-length rails. Unlike other ISOTRAP systems, XLA brackets combine with ISOBEAM profiles to provide added strength to your roof.

XLA aparatlarının üzerinde önden delinmiş delikler sayesinde uygulama esnasında çapak oluşturulmaz, alt kısmında önden yapıştırılmış EPDM contalar sayesinde suyun çatı kaplamasının altına sızmasını engeller. Contalı sivri uçlu vidalar veya su geçirmez perçinler ile %99.9 sızdırmazlık garantisi sunar.

Dört farklı ISOBEAM profil yüksekliği (30, 45, 60, 85 mm) ile sıcak bölgelerde optimum hava sirkülasyonu sağlanırken, ISOBEAM Connector aparatları ile profiller uç uca birleştirilerek sınırsız uzunlukta ray oluşturulabilir. EasyClamp universel kelepçe sistemi ile %25'e kadar hızlı kurulum avantajı sunar.

max 22m
Boy Profile
12 Years
Warranty
EUROCODE
Static Standard
%99.9
Leakproof

Technical Data

Area of Use Trapezoidal and sandwich-type pitched roofs
Panel Size (L) 1,500 - 2,384 mm
Panel Size (W) 990 - 1,330 mm
Panel Size (H) 30 - 45 mm
Profile Size Options 1,050 - 6,050 mm
Profile Height Options 30 / 45 / 60 / 85 mm
Fixing Sealed pointed screw / Waterproof rivet + XLA fitting
Profile / Rail Aluminum 6063-T66
Handcuff Aluminum 6005-T6
Gasket EPDM Rubber
Fasteners Stainless Steel A2-70 & Bimetal
Weight 1.4 - 2.4 kg/m²
Residential Horizontal and Vertical

System Components

ISOTRAP XLA assembly diagram 1 ISOTRAP XLA assembly diagram 2 ISOTRAP XLA assembly diagram 3

Easy Assembly

  • 1
    Marking and Placement The mounting spacing for the ISOTRAP XLA brackets is determined and marked on the roof surface according to the panel layout. The XLA brackets are then placed on top of the ribs.
  • 2
    XLA Fixation Sealed pointed screws or waterproof rivets are mounted vertically to the roof at the points where they align with the corrugation. The opening of the seal should be observed.
  • 3
    ISOBEAM Profile Assembly ISOBEAM profiles are placed into the channel of the ISOTRAP XLA bracket, and the profile is secured by tightening the Allen screw located on the bracket.
  • 4
    Profile Merging and Cover For system continuity, the ISOBEAM Connector adapter is inserted into the profile at the edges where the two profiles meet and secured with self-tapping screws. ISOBEAM Caps are fitted to the ends.
  • 5
    Panel Assembly At the beginning and end of the system, the EasyClamp End is placed into the channel of the ISOBEAM profile. The solar panel is installed into the system and secured by tightening the EasyClamp End.
  • 6
    Intermediate Clamp and Completion EasyClamp Mid adapters are added to the space between the two panels, and after the two panels are placed into the system, they are tightened and secured. Thus, the system is completed.

Technical Documents

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Let's work together to determine the most suitable ISOTRAP XLA configuration for your project.

BF Device · Bifacial Shading Advantage

There are two different approaches in the industry. Why is ISOTEC's BF apparatus both economical and high-performing?

Why is shading important in bifacial panels?

Bifacial (double-sided) solar panels generate electricity from both their front and back surfaces. The back surface captures radiation reflected from the ground and coming from the side edges — typically. %15-20 ek üretim provides.

The critical point: Any part (purlin, beam, cable) that blocks light falling on the back surface of the panel → on the back surface shadow lines It creates a shadow, and the cells under this shadow lose productivity. Between the purlin and the panel... distance and the purlin cross-sectional area These are the determining parameters.

+15-20% Additional production potential of bifacial panels.
~%6-8 Potential loss due to the shadow of the purlin (in systems without BF apparatus)
56 mm The purlin-panel spacing created by the ISOTEC BF apparatus.

Therefore, to get the most out of a bifacial investment, the design of the mounting system is critical.

Two Design Philosophies in the Industry

There are two main approaches in the industry to reduce bifacial shadowing:

Inclined C-Beam competitors

The beam runs parallel to the panel at the same angle. A single long C-profile provides grip along the panel.

  • Minimal shade, high bifacial yield.
  • Long steel beams, high material costs.
  • In sloping structures, column heights vary.
  • Tolerances are tight, assembly takes a long time.

Vertical Beam + Horizontal Z-Purlin ISOTEC + BF

The beams are vertical (perpendicular to the ground, short). The Z-profile purlins extend horizontally. A BF 56 mm spacer is inserted between the purlin and the panel.

  • Low steel content, quick assembly, economical.
  • Bifacial performance with BF apparatus and Inclined-C equal
  • Standard column, easy supply.
  • Slot design compatible with thermal expansion.

CAD comparison — purlin-panel distances

ISOTEC vs. Inclined-C CAD Comparison — Purlin-Panel Distance

How does the BF adapter work?

The ISOTEC BF adapter is a device placed between the Z-shaped purlin and the bottom surface of the panel. spacer + clamp systemIt maximizes the radiation falling on the back surface of the panel by creating a distance of 56 mm.

BF Apparatus photoreal close-up

Design features

  • Spacer body: EN AW-6005A T6 anodized aluminum (3.0 mm wall)
  • Distance: The distance between the purlin's top surface and the panel's bottom surface is 56 mm.
  • Slot design: Panel thermal expansion accommodated (±2 mm tolerance)
  • Screw: Stainless steel A2 M8×40 hexagonal

Clamp variations

Code Medicine Use
BFC Glass-to-glass edge For frameless glass-to-glass panels at panel edges.
BFC-E Medium grip Center panel, shared grip, frameless.
BFC-SET Complete set All components are pre-packaged, quick assembly.

CAD details — ISOTEC system

ISOTEC system CAD — Z-shaped bracket + BF bracket 56 mm

Bifacial Radiance Simulation Results

The results are from NREL's (US National Renewable Energy Laboratory) open-source program. Bifacial Radiance This was achieved using a Python library. A scanner-based radiation calculation is performed that accurately reflects field conditions.

8760 Hourly weather data (TMY2)
0.50 Albedo (medium soil/grass)
2000×1000 mm glass-glass bifacial panel

Heat map comparison

Warm (yellow) colors indicate high irradiation (1.77 MWh/m² annually), while cool (blue) colors indicate shaded areas. In both systems, the front surface of the panel (the upper yellow area) receives homogeneous irradiation; the difference is the panel. on the back surface It is seen.

Heat map comparison — ISOTEC vs Inclined-C

Numerical results

System Bifacial Gain Shadow Line Cost
Sloping-C (Opponent) ~%18-20 1 big 💰💰💰 High
ISOTEC + BF Adapter %18 2 small 💰 Economical
ISOTEC (without BF adapter) ~%10-12 2 nearby shadows 💰 Lowest
ISOTEC + BF Bracket = Angled-C performance + economic advantage.

The same bifacial production, shorter beam, less steel, faster assembly. The cost difference is significant at the field scale.

Alternative: Panels for special projects where no shadows are desired. horizontal layout + Design without BF brackets is possible. In this case, the basic economics of the project change (more columns, specific optimization). In most field projects, a structure with BF brackets is optimal in terms of performance/cost.
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Erkan Öztürk

Erkan Öztürk

Founder & CEO @ ISOTEC
Solar Mounting Systems

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