QBase® Composition Mount
The QBase® Composition Mount is a strong and cost-effective method for installing solar panels during the construction of new composition/asphalt shingle roof for either a new home or a roof replacement. The base-and-post mount is specifically designed to fit into the workflow between the trades to make solar panel installation smooth and efficient.
The QBase® Composition Mount also works with a variety of metal shingle roof types, such as interlocking metal shingles and stone coated steel roofs. The base-and-post mount works with all standard rail-based racking systems and are fully engineered to meet code requirements and industry best practices.
Available in aluminum mill finish.
Features
- Flashing holds firm against wind-driven rain
- All exposed hardware is 18-8 stainless steel
- Meets or exceeds roofing industry best practices
- Allows up to 4 structural attachments when required
- 3031 lbs average ultimate pullout (Douglas fir)
- 1972 lbs. average ultimate shear
- Flashing is made of aluminum with no welds or seams to rust or rot
- 25-year warranty
- All hardware included
- 100% IBC compliant
The 12 x 12-inch Classic Composition Mount flashing is designed to fit within a standard 5 to 5.625″ course and the exposed course should be no greater than 5.75″. If the exposure is greater than this, use the Classic Shake Mount as an alternative. There’s no shingle cutting and no shingle distortion caused by trying to force a fit.
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Specs
| Ninja Column 1 | Ninja Column 2 |
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| Included in kit | Cast aluminum QBase Aluminum post, 1-1/4” x 3-1/4” 12” x 12” spun aluminum cone flashing Two zinc-coated steel lag bolts, 5/16” x 3” EPDM post collar/counter flash EPDM-bonded stainless steel washer, 5/16” x 1-1/4” Stainless steel machine bolt, 5/16” x 1″ Stainless steel fender washer, 5/16” x 1” Stainless steel split lock washer, 5/16” Grade-8 machine bolt, 5/16” x 3/4” |
| Flashing size | 12″ x 12″ |
| Pullout/shear | 3031 lbs. average ultimate pullout (Douglas fir); 1972 lbs. average ultimate shear |
| Tools needed for installation | Tape measure Roofer’s bar/shingle ripper Chalk line Stud finder Caulking gun Appropriate sealant Drill with 1/4″ bit Drill or impact gun with 1/2″ deep socket |
| Applicable roof types | Standard and high-definition composition/asphalt shingle roofs with 5″ to 5/12″ courses; a variety of metal shingle roof types |
| Available finishes | Aluminum mill Bronze anodized |
Videos
Quick Install: QBase Composition Mount
Full Install: QBase Composition Mount
UL2703 Certification
All IronRidge® Systems have been listed to UL 2703, the standard for evaluating solar mounting systems. This ensures they maintain strong electrical and mechanical connections over an extended period of time in extreme outdoor environments.
25-Year Warranty
IronRidge® products come with a 25-year warranty, guaranteeing they will be free of defects in materials and manufacturing which materially impair the use of the products for the purposes for which they were designed.
