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How Butyl Tape Enhances Solar Attachments on Metal Roofs

By December 13, 2024General Industrial

Having the right solution to mount solar panels on your roof is critical. Butyl tape is an easy-to-apply solution that offers superior weatherproofing and durability. At deVan Sealants, we create custom butyl tape formulations designed to meet the solar industry’s demands.

Why Butyl Tape for Solar Applications?

Butyl tape is a non-curing sealant that has been trusted in roofing for decades and is now gaining traction in solar applications. It provides strong weatherproofing and extended service life, making it a natural fit for securing solar panel attachments to metal roofs.

Key benefits include:

  • Extreme Temperature Tolerance: Butyl tape retains its consistency and efficacy even in the harshest heat or cold, ensuring reliable performance over time.
  • Weatherproofing: Creates a watertight and airtight seal around fasteners, providing secondary weather protection and extending the lifespan of roof installations.
  • Easy Application: Minimal surface preparation is required; just clean visible dirt and debris, and the tape adheres effortlessly to fasteners and metal surfaces.

Long-Term Performance

Not all butyl tapes are created equal, and their performance depends on the quality of their formulation. Some formulations demonstrate a service life of 60+ years, far outlasting other sealants.

deVan Sealants develops proprietary butyl tapes using only supply-side sources with proven performance histories spanning over 40 years. This commitment ensures our tapes stand the test of time, resisting hardening, adhesion loss, and compound breakdown.

Custom Solutions for the Solar Industry

Solar panel attachments on metal roofs require precision, and butyl tape plays a vital role in ensuring secure, long-lasting installations. At deVan Sealants, we specialize in designing custom butyl tape solutions that meet the specific needs of solar applications:

  • Dimensional Consistency: Unlike pumpable butyl, our extruded tapes ensure precise application and performance, eliminating guesswork.
  • UV Protection: Our tapes include UV inhibitors to prevent degradation from sunlight exposure.
  • Tailored Designs: Whether for pre-applied solutions or custom geometries, we engineer tapes to maximize performance and simplify installation.

Partner with Devan Sealants

With decades of expertise in creating high-performance sealants, deVan Sealants is your partner for reliable solar solutions. From custom formulations to pre-applied products, we are committed to delivering quality and innovation that ensures your solar installations perform flawlessly for decades to come.

Let’s elevate your solar projects—Contact Devan Sealants today to elevate your solar projects.