Rooftop photovoltaic panel drawings

What are photovoltaic panels & how do they work?

They are designed for builders constructing single family homes with pitched roofs, which offer adequate access to the attic after construction. It is assumed that aluminum framed photovoltaic (PV) panels mounted on a “post” and rail mounting system, the most common in the industry today, will be installed by the homeowner.

Do I need to redraw my 3D rooftop design?

There’s no need to redraw your 3D rooftop designs, shading objects or module lay-out in PVSyst. With our pv plugin you can simply export your drawing from AutoCAD or BricsCAD to PVSyst within seconds. After this you can start simulating the performance and yield of your system immediately.

How much space does a photovoltaic module occupy?

Photovoltaic modules installed on a sloping roof or facade occupy an area of approximately 8 m2/kWp. Photovoltaic modules installed on the ground or on a flat surface occupy an area of approximately 20 m2/kWp, avoiding shading between the rows of modules.

What are the different types of architectural drawings?

Architectural drawings: floor plans, elevations, building sections, room finishes, etc. The floor plan is very important as it acts as a reference for the location of other details and sections. It also shows walls, doors, stairs, built in cabinets and mechanical equipment. Sections show walls, stairs and other details not shown in other drawings.