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Old 09-21-10, 11:41 AM   #32
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Originally Posted by Heynow999 View Post
At the latitude of Toronto (43 degrees) the optimum angle for highest year round production is from 29 to 34 degrees. This would be he angle you would want for a MicroFIT system as it will give you the best return on your money. You will make a bit less in winter but it will be made up in summer.

Is '29 to 34 degrees' a little low? Is that mostly for summer?
I've seen a lot of recommendations for using the latitude for fixed mounts.

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Or, adding degrees..
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I'm glad my little array is fully adjustable..
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