Fixing PV panel cables to Campervan roof

ScreenNameBC148F6C67 replied on 10/07/2023 11:17

Posted on 10/07/2023 11:17

Hi,

The clips holding the above have come unstuck from the roof. Any recommendations how better to secure the cables? I’ve come across something called Eternabond tape, but would appreciate any other suggestions based on experience. Thanks.

peedee replied on 10/07/2023 13:19

Posted on 10/07/2023 13:19

I use >these< cable tie mounts. My mounts have been on there years and still remain firmly stuck. The ties become brittle after a while and occasionally break in fact I have two to replace when I get round to it.

peedee

young thomas replied on 10/07/2023 15:05

Posted on 10/07/2023 15:05

I have some white box section plastic conduit holding my cables in place. I have three panels and the conduit hides the cables and protects them from the sun, we winter in Spain....

peedee replied on 10/07/2023 17:03

Posted on 10/07/2023 17:03

The cable mounts I used came pre-glued. Just peel off the backing paper and stick them on. I think the white trunking also comes pre-glued.

peedee

peedee replied on 10/07/2023 20:43

Posted on 10/07/2023 11:17 by ScreenNameBC148F6C67

Hi,

The clips holding the above have come unstuck from the roof. Any recommendations how better to secure the cables? I’ve come across something called Eternabond tape, but would appreciate any other suggestions based on experience. Thanks.

Posted on 10/07/2023 20:43

What ever you use, degrease the surface you are going to stick it to. I use white spirit.

peedee

EmilysDad replied on 10/07/2023 20:43

Posted on 10/07/2023 20:43

I have a load of the mounts that PD mentions (I 'acquired' them about 20 yrs ago)  though they now seem to be loosing their ability to stay stuck. But I've used GORRILA TAPE to stick my bathroom cabinet to the wall ..... so it should manage a couple of cables

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