DayChase - Single Axis Tracker
RC1P & RC2P
Independent row 1P & 2P multi drive tracker
East to West self-rotating PV structure, programmed to avoid inter raw shadow effects, programmed to capture diffused light & to self-position at extreme weather condition are called Single-axis controlled Tracker.
After years of global OEM supply experience of key tracker parts & Design involvements, We are offering a well competitive, Maintenance free, Qualitative & sturdy trackers for small to large projects. Our trackers are FEA & CFD analysed + rigorously tested for life expectancy & sturdiness. Our indigenously manufactured each Tracker parts & control unit are made to compete the large international players in terms of reliability & after sales need. We achieve economy of supply through scale of integrated single location production facility.
Static Analysis
FEA & Staad analysis as per IS & ASTM code. We also undertake joint analysis.
Dynamic Analysis
Aro-elastic wind instability analysis by CFD Modeling
Life Cycle Tests
Vigorously testing expected life, wear cycles, load capacity, environment effects for drive
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Technical Data Sheet
GENERAL SPECIFICATION & CUSTOMIZATIONS
| Type of Structure | Independent Row – Horizontal Single axis Tracker |
| Module Architecture | 1p & 2p |
| Module Type | Bifacial & all framed modules |
| Tilt angles |  +60° to -60° (Optional +50° to -50°) |
| Tilt Angle Variation(N-S) | +/-2° -along the length of the table |
| Ground coverage ratio | 30%-60%-Flexible configurable design |
| Table Length | 30-134 modules in Row |
| Module edge distance from ground | >500 mm |
| Operating temperature | -10°c to 65°c |
| Corrosion class supply | C2/C3/C4 – as per ISO 1294 |
STRUCTURE SPECIFICATION
| Structure type | Bolted Structure with Serrated lock nuts |
| Wind resistance | In operation – at any angle; up to 20m/s (70km/h) In Stow position – at 0° ;up to 50m/s (180/km/hr) |
| Tracker Stowing time | < 6 min(accelerated drive algorithm) |
| Structural Material | HDG & Galvalume coated steels Grade S235/S355 |
| Faster Material | High tensile grade 8.8 Fasteners with Zinc-Flake coatings |
| Column Profile | >160mm / 260mm size Sigma Plus – Profile |
| Column Foundation type | Concrete piled / concrete pad / Ramming |
| Column Foundation depth | Designed based on soil test reports & on-site pull-out tests |
| Flood-safe height | >800mm from ground level |
| Earthquake resistant | Yes-With Seismic Dampers(optional) |
DRIVE PARAMETERS
| Drive Mechanical Parts | IP55W – Dust & weather proof |
| Drive Actuators lubrication | Re-lubrication every 5 Years |
| Drive Actuators tested | for > 40 years of life at 2x higher load |
| Drive type | Self-locking Synchronized screw driven actuator system |
| Drive Actuators per Module | 12-24 configuration based on site architecture & location |
| Drive Actuators per column | On every column / on multiple column per table |
| Power requirement | 24V DC with battery back-up for 2 days / 5 days |
STRUCTURAL ANALYSIS
| Software used | Mechanical (FEA) & Wind CFD analysis |
| Regulations | As per ASCE 7-10, IS 875, IS 800/801 & EURO Code |
| Practical tests carried | -Head Bearing life test – 50 Years -Drive actuator life test – 40 Years -Drive actuator tensile test – 5000MPA -Drive tube torsion test – 100N -Complete table accelerated life test – 40 Years -Turbulent Wind load stress on drive actuators – 25000N |
| Wind Tunnel Aeroelastic Test | Not required – locking at short table length |
CONTROLLER SYSTEM SPECIFICATION
| Drive Algorithm | Astronomical formulas with angle feedback |
| Backtracking | Individual Row or Terrain based – To avoid shadow effects |
| Diffuse Light Capture | Light cloud & Heavy cloud mode |
| Control options for | Cleaning mode:+/- 60° |
| Individual table / entire plant | maintenance mode / safe mode: 0° |
| Individual table / entire plant | maintenance mode / safe mode: 0° Emergency stop mode : at actual position |
| Control Box & Electrical Parts | IP55w/IP65w – Dust & Weather proof |
| Sensors |  Wind speed Wind Pressure Sun irradiation Over drive limit switch |
| Communication | Wireless low power network- LoRa |
MAINTENANCE & WARRANTY
Drive Parts Maintenance
Lubrication of actuators & gearboxes
Every 5 Years
Drive Parts Warranty
15 Years
Controller Warranty
5 Years
Structural Warranty
15 Years
Corrosion Warranty
15 Years
Spare Supply Guarranty
25 Years
>2% HIGHER OUTPUT DUE TO INTELLIGENT CONTROL
ACTIVE BACKTRACKING
LIGHT CLOUD MODE
HEAVY CLOUD / RAIN MODE
FLEXIBLE LAYOUT
DESIGN CHARACTERISTICS
POST/ PILE / COLUMN
INSTALLATION TOLERANCES
| North – South | +/- 40 mm |
| East – West | +/- 30mm |
| Height Tolerance | +/- 40mm |
| Pile Tilt | +/- 3° |
| Pile Twist | +/- 5° |
| Ground Slope | +/- 150 mm |
Supply & Installation aids
| Head bearing Unit | Pre-assembled & Tested |
| Drive actuator Unit | Pre-assembled & Tested |
| Drive tube support bearings | Pre-assembled |
| On site Work | Pre-assembled |
| Control Unit | Pre-Programmed for each row & site; On site calibration |
| Installation Guide line | Free Training at Rajkot or Supervised at additional cost |
Advantage of Single axis Trackers:
+ PV panels mounted on Single axis-Trackers would produce
significantly higher power during early morning & late
evening hours by rotating the panel in direction of sun.
+The diagonal rays of sun in morning & Evening hours have unbelievably high capacity to produce power(> 60% intensity than midday at sun position only 15° above horizon). The milder temperature in morning & evening hours helps drastic increase in efficiency of Photovoltaic solar cell.
+Our 1P trackers are especially advantageous for bi-facial modules to capture reflecting sun light & to avoid shading effect on rear side of modules.
+Our 2p Tracker offers additional benefits of better use of ground, shorter raw length, and higher module height for better cooling & higher reflection on rear side. The 2p Bi-facial tracker is estimated to supply at least 2% higher output compared to 1P Bi-facial tracker.
+The diagonal rays of sun in morning & Evening hours have unbelievably high capacity to produce power(> 60% intensity than midday at sun position only 15° above horizon). The milder temperature in morning & evening hours helps drastic increase in efficiency of Photovoltaic solar cell.
+Our 1P trackers are especially advantageous for bi-facial modules to capture reflecting sun light & to avoid shading effect on rear side of modules.
+Our 2p Tracker offers additional benefits of better use of ground, shorter raw length, and higher module height for better cooling & higher reflection on rear side. The 2p Bi-facial tracker is estimated to supply at least 2% higher output compared to 1P Bi-facial tracker.
Drive Actuators
Controller Electronics
