{"product_id":"fastensol-semi-permanent-adjustable-tilt-mounting-set-for-narrow-boats-port-starboard-solar-panel-mount","title":"Fastensol Semi-Permanent Adjustable Tilt Mounting Set for Narrow Boats - Port\/Starboard Solar Panel Mount","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:16px; max-width:900px; margin:0 auto; font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; color:#222; line-height:1.55;\"\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eThe Fastensol Narrow Boat Tilt Mount is a \u003cstrong\u003esemi-permanent, adjustable mounting system\u003c\/strong\u003e designed specifically for solar panels on canal boats and narrowboats. Rather than fixing your panel flat to the roof, the \u003cstrong\u003etelescopic tilt legs\u003c\/strong\u003e let you flip the panel from \u003cstrong\u003eport to starboard\u003c\/strong\u003e in seconds — so the array can always be angled towards the sun regardless of which way the boat is moored. When you're cruising, the same legs fold the panel down flat for a low profile and unobstructed sightlines along the roof.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Six-tile stat strip --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"display:table; width:100%; border-collapse:collapse; margin:20px 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"display:table-row;\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"display:table-cell; width:16.6%; background:#008377CF; color:#fff; text-align:center; padding:12px 6px; font-weight:bold; font-size:14px;\"\u003eAdjustable Tilt\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight:normal; font-size:13px;\"\u003ePort ↔ Starboard\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"display:table-cell; width:16.6%; background:#008377CF; color:#fff; text-align:center; padding:12px 6px; font-weight:bold; font-size:14px;\"\u003eClamp Range\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight:normal; font-size:13px;\"\u003e30–46mm frames\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"display:table-cell; width:16.6%; background:#008377CF; color:#fff; text-align:center; padding:12px 6px; font-weight:bold; font-size:14px;\"\u003ePanel Length\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight:normal; font-size:13px;\"\u003e1000–2100mm\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"display:table-cell; width:16.6%; background:#008377CF; color:#fff; text-align:center; padding:12px 6px; font-weight:bold; font-size:14px;\"\u003ePanel Width\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight:normal; font-size:13px;\"\u003e800mm+\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"display:table-cell; width:16.6%; background:#008377CF; color:#fff; text-align:center; padding:12px 6px; font-weight:bold; font-size:14px;\"\u003eRail Material\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight:normal; font-size:13px;\"\u003eAL6005-T5 aluminium\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"display:table-cell; width:16.6%; background:#008377CF; color:#fff; text-align:center; padding:12px 6px; font-weight:bold; font-size:14px;\"\u003eClamp Torque\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight:normal; font-size:13px;\"\u003e14.5 Nm max\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Red callout: safety\/regulatory --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"border-left:4px solid #cc0000; background:#fdecec; padding:12px 16px; margin:16px 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003cstrong style=\"color:#cc0000;\"\u003eMarine Fixing Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e The tilt legs are designed to be through-bolted and bonded to the boat roof surface. Adhesive and fixing method must be suitable for a marine, vibration-exposed environment — always follow the supplied assembly instructions and use a marine-grade sealant\/adhesive rated for the surface material (steel, GRP, etc.).\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Amber callout: compatibility --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"border-left:4px solid #d98c00; background:#fdf3e3; padding:12px 16px; margin:16px 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003cstrong style=\"color:#d98c00;\"\u003ePanel Size Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e This kit uses \u003cstrong\u003e2.2m mounting rails\u003c\/strong\u003e, which sets a maximum usable panel length of \u003cstrong\u003e2.1m\u003c\/strong\u003e. Panels shorter than 1000mm or narrower than 800mm are not suitable for this system — check your panel's exact frame thickness (30–46mm) and dimensions before ordering.\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Feature grid --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"display:table; width:100%; border-collapse:collapse; margin:20px 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"display:table-row;\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"display:table-cell; width:33.3%; padding:10px; border:1px solid #008377CF; vertical-align:top;\"\u003e\n        \u003cstrong style=\"color:#008377CF;\"\u003eFlip Between Moorings\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n        The telescoping leg design lets the panel angle be reversed from one side to the other, so however the boat is moored on the day, the array can be re-angled to face the sun rather than being locked to a fixed orientation.\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"display:table-cell; width:33.3%; padding:10px; border:1px solid #008377CF; vertical-align:top;\"\u003e\n        \u003cstrong style=\"color:#008377CF;\"\u003eFold Flat for Cruising\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n        When underway, the legs retract so the panel sits flat against the roof. This keeps the profile low, reduces wind drag and windage noise, and preserves clear sightlines for the helmsman passing under bridges and low structures.\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"display:table-cell; width:33.3%; padding:10px; border:1px solid #008377CF; vertical-align:top;\"\u003e\n        \u003cstrong style=\"color:#008377CF;\"\u003eUniversal Click-In Clamps\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n        The \u003cstrong\u003eGS Universal Clamp\u003c\/strong\u003e pops into the rail and stays in place during handling, then rotates 90° to switch between mid-clamp and end-clamp roles — one part covers both fixing positions instead of stocking two different clamps.\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"display:table-cell; width:33.3%; padding:10px; border:1px solid #008377CF; vertical-align:top;\"\u003e\n        \u003cstrong style=\"color:#008377CF;\"\u003eRigid Edge-Mounted Rails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n        Rails are positioned close to the panel frame edge to maximise both the achievable tilt angle and the rigidity of the assembly, reducing flex and rattle from boat movement and wash.\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"display:table-cell; width:33.3%; padding:10px; border:1px solid #008377CF; vertical-align:top;\"\u003e\n        \u003cstrong style=\"color:#008377CF;\"\u003eFour-Leg Stability\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n        All four tilt legs are positioned towards the outer edges of the rails for maximum stability under the panel, spreading load evenly across the mounting points.\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"display:table-cell; width:33.3%; padding:10px; border:1px solid #008377CF; vertical-align:top;\"\u003e\n        \u003cstrong style=\"color:#008377CF;\"\u003eMarine Aluminium Build\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n        Rails and legs are built from \u003cstrong\u003eAL6005-T5 aluminium\u003c\/strong\u003e, chosen for its strength-to-weight ratio and corrosion resistance — a sensible material choice for a system that lives permanently on a waterway.\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Spec table --\u003e\n  \u003ctable style=\"width:100%; border-collapse:collapse; margin:20px 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd colspan=\"2\" style=\"background:#008377CF; color:#fff; font-weight:bold; padding:8px;\"\u003eSystem Overview\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background:#f2f2f2;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eSystem Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eSemi-permanent adjustable tilt mount\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eApplication\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eNarrowboats and canal boats\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background:#f2f2f2;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eMounting Rail Length (Supplied)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e2.2m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eMaximum Panel Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e2100mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background:#f2f2f2;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eMinimum Panel Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e1000mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eMinimum Panel Width\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e800mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background:#f2f2f2;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eCompatible Panel Frame Thickness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e30–46mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n    \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd colspan=\"2\" style=\"background:#008377CF; color:#fff; font-weight:bold; padding:8px;\"\u003eGS Universal Clamp (Fastensol UC-GS)\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background:#f2f2f2;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eFunction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eMid and end clamp (interchangeable via 90° rotation)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eClamping Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e30–46mm framed modules\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background:#f2f2f2;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eWeight (per clamp)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e0.070 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eAL6005-T5 aluminium and SUS304 stainless steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background:#f2f2f2;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eDrive Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eHexagon socket, M8\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eMax. Fastening Torque\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e14.5 Nm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background:#f2f2f2;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eRecommended Torque – End Clamp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e13–14 Nm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eRecommended Torque – Inter\/Mid Clamp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e16–20 Nm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background:#f2f2f2;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003ePre-Assembled\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eColour\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eMill finish or Black\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n    \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd colspan=\"2\" style=\"background:#008377CF; color:#fff; font-weight:bold; padding:8px;\"\u003eRails \u0026amp; Tilt Legs\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background:#f2f2f2;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eRail Profile\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eFastensol H-profile mounting rail\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eRail Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eAluminium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background:#f2f2f2;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eTilt Leg Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eAluminium, adjustable\/telescopic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eLegs per Panel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background:#f2f2f2;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eFixing Method\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eBolted to rail; glued and bolted to deck\/roof surface\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Amber callout: ordering \/ component note --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"border-left:4px solid #d98c00; background:#fdf3e3; padding:12px 16px; margin:16px 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003cstrong style=\"color:#d98c00;\"\u003eFixing Screws \u0026amp; Pads Not Included:\u003c\/strong\u003e As with other Fastensol tilt leg systems, self-tapping fixing screws and rubber isolation pads for the deck\/roof interface are \u003cstrong\u003enot included\u003c\/strong\u003e and should be sourced separately to suit your specific roof material and thickness.\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- FAQ --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:24px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdetails style=\"margin-bottom:8px; border:1px solid #008377CF; border-radius:4px;\"\u003e\n      \u003csummary style=\"background:#008377CF; color:#fff; padding:10px 14px; font-weight:bold; cursor:pointer;\"\u003eCan I fit this to any solar panel?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"padding:12px 14px;\"\u003eThe kit is compatible with framed solar panels between \u003cstrong\u003e1000–2100mm long\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e800mm or wider\u003c\/strong\u003e, with a frame thickness of \u003cstrong\u003e30–46mm\u003c\/strong\u003e. Panels outside these dimensions won't fit the supplied rails or clamps correctly.\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n    \u003cdetails style=\"margin-bottom:8px; border:1px solid #008377CF; border-radius:4px;\"\u003e\n      \u003csummary style=\"background:#008377CF; color:#fff; padding:10px 14px; font-weight:bold; cursor:pointer;\"\u003eHow does the tilt mechanism actually work?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"padding:12px 14px;\"\u003eFour telescopic aluminium legs attach to the underside rails. Extending the legs on one side and retracting the other tilts the panel toward that side, letting you flip the array's orientation between port and starboard as your mooring changes. Retracting all four legs lays the panel flat.\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n    \u003cdetails style=\"margin-bottom:8px; border:1px solid #008377CF; border-radius:4px;\"\u003e\n      \u003csummary style=\"background:#008377CF; color:#fff; padding:10px 14px; font-weight:bold; cursor:pointer;\"\u003eIs this a permanent fixing?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"padding:12px 14px;\"\u003eIt's described as \u003cstrong\u003esemi-permanent\u003c\/strong\u003e — the legs are glued and bolted to the roof or deck once positioned, so it isn't intended to be removed and repositioned regularly, but it isn't a fully integrated structural fixture either.\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n    \u003cdetails style=\"margin-bottom:8px; border:1px solid #008377CF; border-radius:4px;\"\u003e\n      \u003csummary style=\"background:#008377CF; color:#fff; padding:10px 14px; font-weight:bold; cursor:pointer;\"\u003eDo I need any extra parts to install this?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"padding:12px 14px;\"\u003eYes — self-tapping fixing screws and rubber pads for the roof\/deck fixing points are not included and should be selected to suit your boat's roof construction. A suitable marine adhesive\/sealant is also needed for bonding the legs to the surface.\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n    \u003cdetails style=\"margin-bottom:8px; border:1px solid #008377CF; border-radius:4px;\"\u003e\n      \u003csummary style=\"background:#008377CF; color:#fff; padding:10px 14px; font-weight:bold; cursor:pointer;\"\u003eHow do the clamps attach to the rail?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"padding:12px 14px;\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eGS Universal Clamp\u003c\/strong\u003e clips into the rail and stays in place while handling the panel. Once the panel is positioned, the clamp is moved against the frame edge and raised to lock onto the top of the rail, then tightened to the recommended torque using a hexagon (Allen) key.\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Fastensol","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":65347924394333,"sku":"mounting-set-narrow-boat","price":120.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0958\/2051\/3629\/files\/tilts-max-with-panasonic.jpg?v=1784814088","url":"https:\/\/qualityheating.co.uk\/products\/fastensol-semi-permanent-adjustable-tilt-mounting-set-for-narrow-boats-port-starboard-solar-panel-mount","provider":"AIZO Quality Heating","version":"1.0","type":"link"}