Types and advantages of solar tracking system

The solar trackers, also know as?solar tracking system, is a kind of solar mounting system that allows your solar panels to follow the sun's path in the sky, just like a sun flower. So it is a high-efficiency solar power.

Based on which direction it move, a solar tracker can be categorized into 2 types:

Single axis solar tracker

Dual axis solar tracker

Single axis solar tracker

A single axis tracker can increase power generation between 25% to 35%, so it is usually used in utility-scale projects. It can follow the position of the sun from east to west.

Dual axis solar tracker

This tracker not only tracks the sun as it moves east to west, but also follows it as it moves from north to south. Two axis trackers are more common among residential and small commercial solar projects that have limited space, so they can produce enough power to meet their energy needs. It can increase 5%-15% higher power generation than the single axis solar tracker.

Solar Tracker's Advantages:

1. Solar trackers generate more electricity than the fixed solar tracking systems due to an increased direct exposure to solar rays.

2. There are many different kinds of solar tracker, such as single-axis and dual-axis trackers, which can help you find the perfect fit for your need. Installation size, local weather, degree of latitude, and electrical requirements are all important considerations that can influence the type of solar tracker that's best for you.

3. Solar trackers generate more electricity in roughly the same amount of space needed for fixed tilt systems, making them ideal optimizing land usage.

How can FTCSolar help?

FTC Solar is a fast growing, global provider of solar tracker systems, technology, software, and engineering services.

Solar trackers significantly increase energy production at solar power installations by dynamically optimizing solar panel orientation to the sun. FTC Solar’s innovative tracker designs provide compelling performance and reliability, with an industry-leading installation speed advantage. Founded in 2017 by a group of renewable energy industry veterans, FTC Solar is headquartered in Austin, Texas with sales and support resources in Australia, India, the Middle East and Southeast Asia.

Overall, solar trackers are highly efficient installations, and are a great fit for many large-scale projects. If you're interested in learning more about solar trackers or how a solar tracker system could work on your project, be sure to contact us for more information!Types