Zamp Stand/Tripod?

DurangoTaB

Has anyone found or made a stand or tripod for their folding Zamp?  It'd really help follow the sun on the deck or when camping.  I've been using a deck chair and a clamp...

Nomad

What size do you have?
Mine has legs so I just move it around as needed.

DurangoTaB

It's the 80W fold out (with "hard shell" carrier).  It has fold out legs, but when deployed they don't always face the sun (I'm often fighting trees at campsites, and our deck rail at home).  An angle adjustable easel with legs would be perfect...maybe I'll invent one, make a million, and retire.

Oh wait...I'm already retired!  ;-)

Nomad

The legs on the Zamp could be more versatile and allow for different angles. I find myself leaning them against a chair when sun is low.

ericnliz

The ones on my Renogy are adjustable to almost any angle. Wing nuts and a slot on either end to adjust. I have the 100 W suitcase model w/ controller. It has a handle on one side, so it's pretty easy to move. Didn't realize the Zamp model legs weren't adjustable.

jkjenn

I have priced tripods for solar panels and they get pricey. Here is one on eBay for $50 that might work.

ericnliz

I wonder if a tri-pod used for camping [dutch kettle type] could be adapted for that use. Just a thought. Seems it would be sturdy enough.

DurangoTaB

I'm thinking tripod too...
http://makezine.com/projects/make-a-solar-panel-tripod-mount/

Nomad

That tripod thing looks way to easy to tip over to me - little breeze and boom. Not sure I'd want my panels much more than an inch or two off the ground. I've had my tripod get blown over with just a camera on top. I now corkscrew it to the ground.

DurangoTaB

Good point...using something heavy duty (like hunters use) might be too bulky/heavy (and may still need anchoring).  Maybe I'll just make/buy something for home use.  Thanks to all for the input & comments!