Row Kit: Feed/Return System Connections & Cap Ends

Row Kit used for Solar Pool Panels with a header Size: 2.0" I.D. Nominal includes the necessary parts required to complete the proper functioning of each system. 

Capping off the one unused header opening at the end of a panel row [or rows], plus providing a mechanical release of vacuum buildup during draining of system is critical to the correct basic engineering dynamics. 


Row Kit includes:
• 1 - 2" End Plug; used for plugging un-used panel header outlet
• 2 - 2" CPVC Panel Adapters*; used for connecting to panel outlet 
• 2 - 2" PVC Couplings; used to connect 2" PVC pipe together
• 1 - 2" Vacuum Breaker; used to automatically release vacuum 
• 1 - Standard Panel Hardware Kit; hardware required to finish row.

*CPVC withstands high temperatures and requires all-purpose CPVC glue. Using PVC glue may result in leakage.

 

Standard Panel Hardware Kit Includes:

• 2 - 2"x3" Rubber Couplings; used for connecting the panel headers together in a series
• 5 - #40 Stainless Steel Hose Clamps; used for sealing Rubber Couplings to panel headers
• 4 - Header/Strap Stainless Steel Butterfly Clips; used for fastening panel and strap to roof or rack.
• 4 - #14 1/4"x1.5" 3/8" Hex Head Stainless Steel Screws;† used for fastening Stainless Steel Butterfly Clips

†Concrete Tile or Wood/Metal Rack applications include: 
Appropriate screws will be substituted for each kits standard Stainless Steel Screws described above - based on customer requirements that are chosen in dropdown selection box at top of this page entitled "Hardware Kit"

• #14 - 1/4" x 2" - 3/8" Hex Head Stainless Steel Screws; standard kit screws used for Shingle, Metal, Modified or Rolled Roofs, or Pressure Treated Wood Frame Racks

• #14 - 1/4" x 1 1/4" - 5/16" Tapcon Hex Head Screws; substitute screws used for Barrel or Flat Concrete Tile, or Concrete Roofs

• #14 - 1/4" x 1" - 7/16" Hex Head Bolts and Locking Nuts; substitute screws used for Aluminum or Steel Metal Frame Racks

 

For High Wind Areas: Areas that have high wind zones may require a hardware upgrade to High Wind Zone Panel Kits to meet local codes. Click here to purchase upgrade your Standard Panel Hardware Kit to a High Wind Zone Panel Hardware Kit. 

Note: Vortex Standard Panel Hardware Kits can be used on most other brands of solar panels equipped with 1.5" I.D. or 2" I.D. headers.
 

Processing and Delivery Information: 

Please allow 3-5 business days to process and ship your order, plus standard transportation delivery time. Orders placed after 2PM EST may not begin processing until the next business day.