Close-up of a PREFA roof with PV modules fastened using the PREVARIO solar panel mounting system.

PREVARIO solar panel mounting system

Look on the sunny side: With the solar panel substructure for your strong PREFA roof.

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With the PREVARIO solar panel mounting system, PREFA offers a sophisticated solution that perfectly matches the roof covering. In comparison with many other fasteners for solar panels, this system does not restrict the function or durability of PREFA roofing. 

The right kind of fastener is available for every PREFA roof system — from small-format products to PREFALZ standing seams. Safety comes first, which is why advice and supporting substrate calculations are provided solely by PREFA product technicians or trained sales partners.

PV modules mounted with the PREVARIO solar panel mounting system on a dark PREFA roof with R.16 roof tiles.

Advantages of the PREVARIO solar panel mounting system

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Suitable for both new builds and the renovation of existing PREFA roofs

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100% PREFA original accessories with guarantee

All system components have been tested and specially tailored to PREFA roofs. This ensures a secure roof connection of the PV system.

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Optimised structural suitability, as the ground snow load is up to 3.5 kN/m2

Installation only necessary on every second rafter: up to 50% fewer fastening points

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Shorter training periods for installers, as already familiar system components are used.

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Suitable for both new builds and the renovation of existing PREFA roofs

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100% PREFA original accessories with guarantee

All system components have been tested and specially tailored to PREFA roofs. This ensures a secure roof connection of the PV system.

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Optimised structural suitability, as the ground snow load is up to 3.5 kN/m2

Installation only necessary on every second rafter: up to 50% fewer fastening points

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Shorter training periods for installers, as already familiar system components are used.

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Easy installation of the middle and end clamps due to click system

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Advice and professional design of projects by PREFA Product Technology department

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Made in Austria!

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Easy installation of the middle and end clamps due to click system

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Advice and professional design of projects by PREFA Product Technology department

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Made in Austria!

The reliable PREVARIO solar brackets: If you are committed to renewable energy, you should opt for the highest quality.

If you want to retrofit an existing PREFA roof with a photovoltaic or solar thermal system, there are many installation products available, depending on the application and requirements. The image shows three of our solar brackets mounted on the profile rail:

  1. PREVARIO 3.S
  2. PREVARIO PREFALZ
  3. PREVARIO Sunny
PREFA profile rail for installing photovoltaic systems on PREFA roofs, with PREVARIO 3.S, PREVARIO PREFALZ and PREVARIO Sunny solar brackets.

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Roof tile formwork

Roof tile Battens

R.16, shingle, rhomboid roof tiles, FX.12

PREFALZ, Falzonal

PREVARIO 3.S

PREVARIO PREFALZ

PREVARIO Sunny

PREVARIO Sunny Special

PREVARIO 3.S

For variable installation of solar panels on all PREFA small-format roof systems with flexible height adjustment to compensate for differences in level.

Solar brackets in two variants:

1. Fixed into the rafters

  • Up to 350 kg/m² snow load, installation only necessary on every second rafter
  • Incl. fastening screws in two lengths: ⌀ 8 × 120 mm (TX 40) or ⌀ 8 × 220 mm (TX 40) made of stainless steel

2. Fixed into the sheathing

  • Requirement: sheathing at least 24 mm thick
Detailed view of the PREVARIO 3.S solar bracket, mounted on a dark roof with PREFA roof tiles.

PREVARIO PREFALZ

Can be used on PREFALZ and FALZONAL® double-lock standing seams with a seam height of 25 mm. 

  • Does not restrict longitudinal expansion
  • Height-adjustable
  • Installing by clamping onto the 25 mm standing seam (penetration-free installation) also with clip relief. Load transfer directly onto the supporting structure, no pressure load on the seam
Detailed view of the PREVARIO PREFALZ mounting system on a dark PREFALZ roof.

PREVARIO Sunny

For installation of solar panels on PREFALZ and FALZONAL® doublelock standing seam roofs and on small-format PREFA roof systems.

  • Height-adjustable
  • Allows for thermal expansion of PREFALZ trays
  • Incl. hexagon hanger bolt available in two variants: A2; 12 × 250 mm or 12 × 350 mm
Detailed view of the PREVARIO Sunny solar bracket, mounted on a dark PREFA roof with DS.19 shingles.

PREVARIO Sunny Special

For installing solar panels on the centre and overlap ribs of the PREFA roof tile.

  • Incl. hexagon hanger bolt available in two variants: A2; 12 × 250 mm or 12 × 350 mm
  • Height-adjustable
Detailed view of the PREVARIO Sunny Special solar bracket, mounted on a dark roof covered with PREFA roof tiles.

PREFA profile rail for fastening PV modules.

Please note!

  • The solar brackets PREVARIO 3.S, PREVARIO PREFALZ, PREVARIO Sunny and Sunny Special are only suitable for processing PREVARIO profile rails.
    Not compatible with other products!
  • The system installer or system operator is responsible for the professional and standard-compliant design, as well as for compliance with the product structure.

How do I get my PREFA solar panel mounting system?

Utilise your previously unused PREFA roof space and turn it into your own small power plant. You decide whether you want to use the electricity produced directly, feed it into the grid or store it.

Safety comes first, which is why advice and calculations regarding the sub-structure framework and statics are provided exclusively by the PREFA Product Technology department or trained sales partners. Installation is also carried out by professional specialists.

Solar panel substructure – Accessoires

Here, you will find a list of matching accessories for the PREFA solar panel substructure.
For a complete, detailed list of accessory products, see our price list (only for processors).

PREFA Profilschiene zur Befestigung der PV-Module

PREVARIO profile rail

Rail profile for high static loads, 44 × 44 × 3,600 mm

PREFA PREVARIO Schienenverbinder aus Aluminium – robustes Verbindungselement für Photovoltaik-Montageschienen, geeignet für flexible und sichere Befestigungslösungen auf Dachsystemen.

PREVARIO rail connector

For quick and secure connection of the profile rail

PREVARIO cable clip

For correct fastening of the PV cable to the PREVARIO profile rail

PREVARIO middle clamp

Pre-mounted solar panel clamp incl. earth pin for quick and secure fastening of the solar panel onto the profile rail. Uncoated or black anodised.

PREVARIO end clamp

Pre-mounted solar panel clamp for quick and secure fastening of the solar panel onto the profile rail at the end of the row of solar panels. Uncoated or black anodised.

PREVARIO earth clamp

For connection to equipotential bonding, as well as to lightning protection. Round wire ⌀ 8 and ⌀ 10 mm

PREVARIO fall protection device

Quick and easy click-in solar panel fall protection device for the last row of solar panels in the mounting system

PREVARIO cross clamp

To connect an additional rail level for the cross connection

PREVARIO rail end cap

At the end of the PREVARIO profile rail

This accessory is the PREFA solar roof conduit in anthracite.

Solar roof conduit

For a properly sealed and secure penetration of PV cables on all PREFA roof systems to ensure the insulation of the cables in the long term.

Special adhesive kit

Content: 1 cartridge of PREFA special adhesive 290 ml, 1 can of adhesive cleaner 60 ml, 1 piece of sandpaper, 1 cloth, 2 adapter nozzles