GFT 4 Rail Installation Guide 20171219 1

GFT INSTALLATION GUIDE
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TILT
TABLE OF CONTENTS
A - PRIMARY COMPONENTS
B - OVERALL VIEW OF COMPONENTS
C - END AND MID CLAMPS ASSEMBLIES
D - BEAM CLIP AND BEAM SPLICE NOTE:
GFT construction
E - TOP CHORD AND DIAGONAL BRACE PILE CONNECTIONS
drawings have
1-22 - STEP BY STEP INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS precedence over these
23 - ELECTRICAL CONSIDERATIONS installation guidelines.
24 - BONDING GROUND PATHS
25 - MODULE COMPATABILITY
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GFT PRIMARY COMPONENTS
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TILT TECHNICAL DATASHEET PAGE
Safety Note: Cold formed steel components may have
7 sharp edges after fabrication. Appropriate PPE should
be worn to avoid injury.
6
5
8 4
3
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ITEM COMPONENT MATERIAL
1 Roll- Formed Steel Pile 4.5 " x 6" C Shape (Length Varies)
2 Aluminum East-West Beam Aluminum Beam with Continuous Slots for Adjustability
3 Roll-Formed Steel Top Chord C Shape with Hole Pattern for Adjustability
4 Diagonal Brace Assembly Roll-formed Front and Rear Diagonal Brace with Steel Plate
5 End Clamp End Clamp Assembly with T-Bolt
6 Mid Clamp Mid Clamp Assembly with T-Bolt
7 E-W Beam Splice Internal Aluminum Splice Retained with Self-Tapping Screws
8 East-West Beam Clip Aluminum Extruded Clamp with Stainless Steel Hardware
GFT OVERALL VIEW OF COMPONENTS
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TORQUE REQUIREMENTS FOR THE GFT PRODUCT:
19 1/4"Ø HARDWARE = 9 - 11 FT-LBS

5/8"Ø HARDWARE = 54 - 66 FT-LBS
3/4"Ø HARDWARE = 99 - 121 FT-LBS
Note: Insure torque wrenches have been calibrated.
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ITEM COMPONENT
1 4.1" Top Chord Channel
2 6" x 4.5" 11 Gauge Pile
3 Diagonal Brace Assembly
1 17 4 3.25" x 2" East-West Aluminum Beam
10 12 14 7 Hex Flange Nut 1/4-20 Serrated
7 15 9 Flat Washer 5/8"
10 Flat Washer 3/4"
11 Hex Bolt 5/8-11" x 1-1/2"
16 12 Hex Bolt 3/4-10" x 1-1/2"
13 Hex Flange Nut 5/8-11 Serrated
9 11 13
14 Hex Flange Nut 3/4-10 Serrated
3 15 Hex Bolt 1/4-20 x 1"
9 11 13
2 18 16 East-West Beam Clip
17 End Clamp Assembly
18 Mid Clamp Assembly
19 PV Module (By Others)
GFT END & MID CLAMP ASSEMBLIES
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Mid Clamp Assembly with T-Bolt End Clamp Assembly with T-Bolt
M301XX: T-BOLT 1/4-20 OR 17 M301XX: T-BOLT 1/4-20 OR
18 M302XX: T-BOLT SERR. 1/4-20 M302XX: T-BOLT SERR. 1/4-20
ARE ACCEPTABLE
19 19
4 4
Mid Clamp Assembly With T-Bolt

4 3.25" x 2" East-West Aluminum Beam Aluminum Alloy 6005A-T61, 6351-T5 or 6061-T6, Fy = 35 ksi, Ftu = 38 ksi
18 Mid Clamp Stainless Steel, 301,302, or 304, 1/4 Hard, Mill Finish
19 PV Module (By Others) As per Manufacturer
SEE DWG 1/4-20 T-Bolt (Serrated or Non-Serrated) 300 Stainless Steel (301 Preferred) with Min Ftu = 70 ksi
SEE DWG 1/4-20 Serrated Flange Nut Stainless Steel ASTM F594 with Min Ftu = 70 ksi
End Clamp Assembly With T-Bolt

17 End Clamp Stainless Steel, 301,302, or 304, 1/4 Hard, Mill Finish
19 PV Module (By Others) As per Manufacturer
SEE DWG 1/4-20 T-Bolt (Serrated or Non-Serrated) 300 Stainless Steel (301 Preferred) with Min Ftu = 70 ksi
SEE DWG 1/4-20 Serrated Flange Nut Stainless Steel ASTM F594 with Min Ftu = 70 ksi
GFT BEAM CLIP & BEAM SPLICE
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East-West Beam Clip East-West Beam Splice
7 15
4

4

8
4
5
16

East-West Rail Clip

7 Hex Flange Nut 1/4-20 Serrated 302HQ 18/8 Stainless Steel Austenitic 300 Series, Min Ftu = 85 ksi
15 Hex Bolt 1/4-20 x 1" 302HQ 18/8 Stainless Steel Austenitic 300 Series, Min Ftu = 85 ksi
16 East-West Beam Clip Aluminum Alloy 6005A-T61, 6351-T5 or 6061-T6, Fy = 35 ksi, Ftu = 38 ksi
East-West Beam Splice

5 East-West Beam Splice Insert Aluminum Alloy 6005A-T61, 6351-T5 or 6061-T6, Fy = 35 ksi, Ftu = 38 ksi
8 1/4" x 20 Self Drilling Screw (Buildex) Grade 5, ASTM A449/ SAE J429 (Similar Properties Confirmed by testing)
GFT PILE CONNECTIONS
GROUND TOP CHORD &
FIXED DIAGONAL BRACE E
Top Chord to Pile Connection Diagonal Brace Plate to Pile Connection
2
20
20
1

10 12 14
3
4X 9 11 13
2
Top Chord to Pile Connection

1 4.1" Top Chord Channel Cold Rolled ASTM A653 HSLAS Grade 50 or 55
2 6" x 4.5" C-Shape Pile Cold Rolled ASTM A653 HSLAS Grade 50 or 55
10 Flat Washer 3/4" SAE Type A Narrow
12 Hex Bolt 3/4-10 x 1-1/2" SAE J429-Grade Varies per Project
14 Hex Flange Nut 3/4-10 Serrated SAE J429-Grade Varies per Project
Diagonal Brace Plate to Pile Connection

2 6" x 4.5" C Shape Pile Cold Rolled ASTM A653 HSLAS Grade 50 or 55
3 Diagonal Brace Plate ASTM A36 or ASTM A653 GR 50 Steel
9 Flat Washer 5/8" SAE Type A Narrow
11 Hex Bolt 5/8-11 x1-1/2" SAE J429-Grade Varies per Project
13 Hex Flange Nut 5/8-11 Serrated SAE J429-Grade Varies per Project
20 Diagonal Brace Cold Rolled ASTM A653 HSLAS Grade 50 or 55
GFT INSTALL PILES
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TILT INSTALLATION GUIDE PAGE
All piles within single table

must be oriented to face
the same direction per the
construction drawings.
Hole height above grade per

construction drawings.
GFT E-W SLOPE TOLERANCE
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W E
+10% Slope
-10% Slope
System will accommodate a +10% E-W slope without modification.

• Plumb tolerances apply regardless of slope.
• Pile position tolerances apply relative to nominal finish grade line.
GFT PILE POSITION & TOLERANCES
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+1"
Rotation +2°
N-S E-W
+1° +1°
+ 1" E-W + 1" N-S
N W
GFT ALIGN ATTACHMENT HOLES ON PILES
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1. Align target hole locations in all piles (within tables and table to table)
using laser or string line.
2. Determine if adjustments are needed up or down (hole patterns allow for
+ 1-1/2" adjustments in 3/4" increments per instruction on following pages).
3. Mark holes to be used for top chord and diagonal brace plate attachments
prior to installing.
+2%
_
+2%
The system is capable of being aligned to the target string or laser line using the adjustment holes when piles are placed within allowable tolerances. Each table will
however accommodate a 2% deviation from the target line as shown without impact to structural integrity.
GFT ATTACH TOP CHORD TO PILE
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Install hardware snug tight.

Torque per construction drawings after final adjustments.
3/4" Serrated
Flange Nut
Target 3/4" Flat

Height Washer
Holes
3/4" x 1-1/2"
Hex Bolt
GFT TOP CHORD TO PILE ADJUSTMENT
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Target Height Adjustment Locations (Single 3/4" Bolt)
Top Chord
Target Hole
Up 1-1/2"
Target Hole
Up 3/4"
Pile
Move top chord up or down (not

horizontally) as needed to adjust Target Height
height in 3/4" increments.
Use single 3/4" bolt (nut and

washer) at one of the locations
shown.
Down 3/4"
Down 1-1/2"
GFT DIAGONAL BRACE ASSEMBLY
GROUND ATTACH
FIXED PILE TO 7
Diagonal Brace Assembly
Install hardware snug tight.

(2) 5/8"
Serrated
Flange
Nuts
Target
Height (2) 5/8" Flat
Holes Washers
(2) 5/8" x 1-1/2"

Hex Bolts
GFT PILE ADJUSTMENT
GROUND DIAGONAL BRACE
FIXED ASSEMBLY TO 8
Target Height Adjustment Locations (Pair of 5/8" Bolts)
Move diagonal brace plate up or down (not
horizontally) as needed to
adjust height in 3/4" increments.
Use pair of 5/8" bolts (nuts and washers) at
location shown.
Up 1-1/2"
Pile
Target Height Up 3/4"
Target Holes
Down
3/4"
Down
1-1/2"
Diagonal Brace Plate
GFT ATTACHMENT TO TOP CHORD
GROUND DIAGONAL
FIXED BRACE 9
Rear Diagonal Brace
Front Diagonal Brace Install hardware snug tight.

5/8" Serrated
Flange Nut
Target Holes
5/8" Flat
Washer
5/8" x 1-1/2"
Hex Bolt
GFT INSTALLATION ON ALL PILES
GROUND REPEAT TOP CHORD
FIXED & DIAGONAL BRACE 10
Torque all bolts after final adjustments.
Refer to Torque values stated on page B of the
installation manual and in the general notes
section of the construction drawings.
UL2703 CERTIFICATION MARKING LABEL

UNIRAC GFT is listed to UL2703 for Bonding
only. Marking is stamped into each Top Chord
and the Diagonal Brace Plates. See sample
marking below.
GFT TOP CHORD TILT ADJUSTMENT
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If required, additional minor adjustment of top chord

angle may be achieved by a combined repositioning
of diagonal braces to adjacent holes in top chord
and diagonal brace plate.
GFT E-W BEAM TO TOP CHORD
GROUND HOLE
FIXED LOCATIONS 12
Target beam
clamp holes
1. Align target hole locations using laser or string line.

2. Determine if adjustments are needed up or down. (hole patterns allow for +1" adjustment in 1/2"
increments per instruction on following pages).
Detail A
3. Mark holes to be used for attaching E-W beams prior to installing.
Detail A
GFT E-W BEAM CLIPS TOP CHORDS
GROUND INSTALLATION
FIXED OF 13
Install clip at target Leave loose for

holes identified attachment to
in previous step EW beam
Install clips to top chords on low sides of beams only

GFT INSTALL E-W BEAMS
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Install first set of top row E-W beams starting at either end of table
GFT ATTACH E-W BEAMS TO TOP CHORDS
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1. Position E-W Beam
3. Install upper clips

and hardware
2. Insert lower
clip into
beam slot
4. Torque bolts per
construction drawings
Set beam E-W position per

construction drawings
Rotational adjustment to align top

chords may be made prior to tightening
beam clamps
GFT INSTALL E-W BEAM SPLICES
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Insert splices into ends of installed E-W

beams.
* Self-tapping screws may be installed on

either side (N or S) of the E-W beam
5" to
7"
No
Gap
Insert splice to half of splice length (~12")
Slide next E-W beam
5" to 7"
on to splice
Centerline +1"
*Install self-tapping screw

* Install self-tapping screw through
one wall of beam and splice
GFT E-W BEAM INSTALLATION
GROUND COMPLETE
FIXED TOP ROW 17

GFT INSTALL MODULE W/END CLAMPS
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Insert T-bolt
into rail
1/2" min
Install End Clamps

* Refer to construction
drawings or module Rotate bolt into
installation guidelines for position
module mounting locations
and limits.
Serrated T- Bolts Non-Serrated T- Bolts
*
Install End Module Verify that bolt
• Place module on E-W Beams Verify that bolt
position indicator
• Engage module with end clamps position indicator
is perpendicular
• Align and square module is as shown
to E-W beam
• Torque nuts to 10ft-lbs
GFT INSTALL MID CLAMPS ON 1ST MODULE
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Position clamp on module.

Insert
Do not tighten nut until next
T-bolt into
E-W Beam module is in place.
Rotate bolt
into position
Serrated T- Bolts Non-Serrated T- Bolts
Install Mid Clamps

(Position upright against module
but do not torque)
Verify that bolt

Verify that bolt
position indicator
position indicator
is perpendicular
is as shown
to E-W beam
GFT MODULES ON TOP ROW
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FIXED INSTALLATION OF 20
5 6
3
1
4
1. Place module on rails and engage with Mid

Clamps
2. Align and square modules
8
3. Verify module gap (1/4")
4. Verify Mid Clamp bolt shafts are
7 perpendicular to E-W Beam.
5. Verify position of indicator mark on bolt
6. Torque nuts to 10 ft-lbs
7. Repeat installation of clamps and modules to
complete top row
8. Install End Clamps on last module
NOTE: The GFT system must be periodically re-inspected for loose

components, loose fasteners and any corrosion, such that if found, the affected compo-
nents are to be immediately replaced.
GFT E-W BEAM ON BOTTOM ROW
GROUND REPEAT
GFT MODULES ON BOTTOM ROW
GROUND REPEAT
GFT ELECTRICAL CONSIDERATIONS
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Steel C-Shape Pile The following grounding & bonding components
NOTE: Details are provided
have been certified to be compatible with Unirac GFT:
for both the WEEB and Ilsco • Wiley WEEBLug (P/N 0080025) Torque 1/4"
products mounting hardware to 10ft-lbs. See product data
sheet for conductor size and conductor fastener
WEEBLug 6.7 torque.
Ground Lug
UNIRAC • Ilsco Lay-in Lug (P/N GBL-4DBT) Torque 10-32
P/N:0080025 mounting hardware to 5ft-lbs. See product data
Ilsco GBL-4DBT
sheet for conductor size and conductor fastener
Ground Lug torque.
NOTE: Is for single
use only
Ground Lug Bolt size Drill size
WEEBLug 1/4"-20 17/64"
Ilsco #10-32 7/31"
The entire Unirac GFT table has been classified for grounding & bonding to UL2703. The bonding path has been evaluated from the PV module frame all the way through
to the pile. The following are suggestions to aid in grounding of the table for the project electrical engineer of record, and by the local authority having jurisdiction.
This racking system may be used to ground and/or mount a PV module complying with UL1703 only when the specific module has been evaluated for grounding
and/or mounting in compliance with the included instructions.
GROUND LUG MOUNTING DETAILS

Details are provided for both the WEEB and Ilsco products. The WEEBLug has a grounding symbol located on the lug assembly. The Ilsco lug has a green colored set
screw for grounding indication purposes. One lug is recommended per GFT table. Installation must be in accordance with NFPA NEC70, however the electrical designer
of record should refer to the latest revision of National Electrical Code (NEC) for actual grounding conductor cable size. Unirac GFT is intended to be used with PV
modules that have a system voltage less than or equal to 1,000VDC. A minimum 10AWG, 105°C copper grounding conductor should be used to ground the system
according to the (NEC) and the authority having jurisdiction. It is the installers responsibility to check local codes, which may vary. NOTE: Any holes drilled to attach
the ground lugs should be de-burred before use. NOTE: Only the Ilsco GBL-4DBT ground lug is single use only, all other GFT components are multiple use.
TEMPORARY BONDING CONNECTION DURING ARRAY MAINTENANCE

When removing modules for replacement or system maintenance, any module left in place that is secured with a bonding mid-clamp will be properly grounded. If a
module adjacent to the end of a row is removed, or if any other maintenance condition leaves a module without a bonding mid clamp, a temporary bonding connection
must be installed as follows:
• Attach Ilsco GBL-4DBT or WeebLug 6.7 to both modules on either side of the module that has been removed. Note: The lug should be attached to
the manufacturers designated grounding point on the frame.
• Install a solid #6 AWG copper wire to both grounding lugs. NOTE: ISOLATE COPPER FROM ALUMINUM CONTACT TO PREVENT CORROSION.
GFT BONDING CONNECTION GROUND PATHS
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2 ELECTRICAL CONSIDERATIONS
REQUIRED ONLY FOR TEMPORARY
1 BONDING DURING ARRAY MAINTENANCE GFT is intended to be used with PV modules that
have a system voltage less than or equal to 1000 VDC.
For standard system grounding a minimum 10AWG,
105°C copper grounding conductor should be used to
Í ground a 1000 VDC system, according to the National
-4 Electric Code (NEC). It is the installer’s responsibility
SGB
co to check local codes, which may vary. See below for
Ils
E
interconnection information.
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W
ER INTERCONNECTION INFORMATION
OPP
C
D
LI
BONDING MIDCLAMP ASSEMBLY SO
Í There is no size limit on how many GFT & PV modules
can be mechanically interconnected for any given
1 Stainless steel Midclamp points, 2 per module, pierce module -4 configuration, provided that the installation meets the
frame anodization to bond module to GFT rail through clamp. SGB
co requirements of applicable building and fire codes.
Ils
2 Serrated flange nut bonds stainless steel clamp to stainless steel
GROUNDING NOTES
T-bolt
TEMPORARY BONDING CONNECTION DURING ARRAY MAINTENANCE The installation must be conducted in accordance with
the National Electric Code (NEC) and the authority
When removing modules for replacement or system maintenance, any module left in place that is secured with a having jurisdiction. Please refer to these resources in
bonding Midclamp will be properly grounded. If a module adjacent to the end module of a row is removed or if any your location for required grounding lug quantities
other maintenance condition leaves a module without a bonding mid clamp, a temporary bonding connection must be specific to your project.
installed as shown
• Attach Ilsco SGB4 to wall of GFT rail The grounding / bonding components may overhang
(Rail shown in picture is not a GFT rail but a representative rail for demonstration only) parts of the array so care must be made when walking
• Attach Ilsco SGB4 to module frame around the array to avoid damage.
• Install solid #6 AWG copper wire jumper to Ilsco lugs
Conductor fastener torque values depend on conductor
size. See product data sheets for correct torque values.
Mid clamps do not need to be repositioned for re-use.

GFT MODULE COMPATIBILITY
GROUND BONDING & GROUNDING
FIXED APPROVED 26
The GFT system is to be used only in combination with modules that are included in the tables below.
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GFT INSTALLATION GUIDE

TORQUE REQUIREMENTS FOR THE GFT PRODUCT:

19 1/4"Ø HARDWARE = 9 - 11 FT-LBS

Note: Insure torque wrenches have been calibrated.

Mid Clamp Assembly With T-Bolt

End Clamp Assembly With T-Bolt

East-West Rail Clip

East-West Beam Splice

Top Chord to Pile Connection

Diagonal Brace Plate to Pile Connection

All piles within single table

Hole height above grade per

System will accommodate a +10% E-W slope without modification.

+ 1" E-W + 1" N-S

Install hardware snug tight.

Target 3/4" Flat

Move top chord up or down (not

Use single 3/4" bolt (nut and

Diagonal Brace Assembly

Install hardware snug tight.

(2) 5/8" x 1-1/2"

Rear Diagonal Brace

Front Diagonal Brace Install hardware snug tight.

UL2703 CERTIFICATION MARKING LABEL

If required, additional minor adjustment of top chord

1. Align target hole locations using laser or string line.

Install clip at target Leave loose for

Install clips to top chords on low sides of beams only

3. Install upper clips

Set beam E-W position per

Rotational adjustment to align top

Insert splices into ends of installed E-W

* Self-tapping screws may be installed on

*Install self-tapping screw

Install End Clamps

Serrated T- Bolts Non-Serrated T- Bolts

Position clamp on module.

Serrated T- Bolts Non-Serrated T- Bolts

Install Mid Clamps

Verify that bolt

1. Place module on rails and engage with Mid

NOTE: The GFT system must be periodically re-inspected for loose

GROUND LUG MOUNTING DETAILS

TEMPORARY BONDING CONNECTION DURING ARRAY MAINTENANCE

Mid clamps do not need to be repositioned for re-use.

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