K2 Buddy Set 30mm
| Art. Nr.: | 12323 |
|---|---|
| Type of roof: | Flat roof, Package |
Live tracking of snow loads with the K2 Buddy (30 mm)
The K2 Buddy is a weighing device that continuously measures the snow load on modules and transmits the data in real time to the end devices of system owners or installers via the K2 Buddy app. You can find the link to the app below in the technical tips.
Benefits of the K2 Buddy:
- Live monitoring of snow loads on the module via the K2 Buddy app
- Warning in the event of imminent module overload
- enables optimal maintenance intervals and servicing
- Snow clearance only as required
- Extension of the warranty on the mounting system from 12 to 20 years (upon registration in the K2 Docu App)
K2 Buddy is suitable for:
- K2 Systems Dome flat roof systems (D-Dome, S-Dome or Zero Dome)
- Modules with 30mm module frames
Components of the K2 Buddy:
- TopBox Set Snow
- BaseBox Set
- BasicRail mounting rail set
- Dome accessory set
Components in detail:
The K2 Buddy - TopBox Set Snow contains two snow sensor units that precisely measure the snow load on a PV module. These sensors are installed with the Dome 6 system using components from the Dome Accessory Set and are permanently connected to the TopBox (plastic housing with encapsulated circuit board) via a cable. The snow sensors are positioned to the left and right below the lower corners of a PV module. The TopBox evaluates the measured values and transmits them via cable to the K2 Buddy - BaseBox in the building services room. The power supply (24 V) is also provided via the same cable.
The K2 Buddy - BaseBox set consists of a DIN rail housing with an integrated circuit board and a DIN rail power supply unit. It is installed in the building services connection room, protected from the weather. The BaseBox monitors the measurement data from the TopBox on the roof at regular intervals (every 10 minutes) and transmits this to the cloud via the home’s internet connection. It also monitors the TopBox’s power supply and switches it off in the event of a fault to ensure smooth operation.
The mounting rail set for the K2 Buddy installation contains two BasicRail rails, each 1.30 m long, and two square profiles, also 1.30 m long. The two additional BasicRail mounting rails are essential for installing the K2 Buddy. The square profiles are designed to stabilise and reinforce the frame structure.
The Dome Accessory Set provides all the necessary accessories and small parts to install the TopBox Set Snow securely in K2 Dome flat roof systems. It includes, amongst other things, an aluminium plate that supports the snow sensor units and securely connects the BasicRails to one another. It also contains specific module stops for precise measurement data acquisition, as well as anti-lift devices and cable managers to ensure a reliable installation.
About K2 Systems:
The German manufacturer K2 develops innovative mounting system solutions for PV systems. With more than 15 years of market experience and 8 different locations, the Swabian manufacturer has established itself as a rooftop specialist and holds a significant market share in this sector. Thanks to in-house development, the systems can be flexibly adapted and optimised for the market on a country-by-country basis.
