Description Classic J-hooks for attaching wire mesh to solar panels. To install: Push the hook through your wire mesh and hook it around the lip of the solar panel frame. Push the pushnut (black rectangular part) onto the end of the wire until it cinches tight against the wire mesh. Cut off excess wire with a pair of diagonal cutters or tin snips. Leave at least 1/2″ of the wire extending past the pushnut. Why should you buy from us instead of Amazon.com, Heyco or other sellers? Solar Armor clips use an aluminum pushnut and wire, unlike the stainless products you’ll find on Amazon. The aluminum parts dig into each other for a stronger hold than stainless. Our pushnut is larger than other brands’, making it less prone to going crooked and losing its grip once installed. The aluminum wire is a cinch to cut off with a pair of diagonal cutters or tin snips. It cuts easily and does not turn the offcut piece into a high speed projectile, like with stainless steel wires. Pushnuts are coated black to blend in with your wire mesh, solar panels and racking. Comparison of Wire Mesh Fasteners Slick Tools ScrewsSolar Armor J-HookSnapNrack ClipCritterBlok ClipHow well is Mesh SecuredExcellentOKGoodGoodMax Span Between Attachments *3′ to 6′ 2′3′3.5-5′ (1/module)Ease of InstallationDifficultEasyModerateModerateTool-less InstallationXXX✔Compatibility with Rail-less RackingX✔✔✔Compatibility with ‘lipless’ PV Modules✔XXXEase of PV Array ServiceEasyDifficultModerateModerateReusableXX✔✔Cost – Typical Job**$19 (100 screws)$48 (100 clips)$131 (67 clips)$105 (50 clips)* Varies based on array/roof conditions.** Assumes PV array with 200′ perimeter; fastener bulk pricing as of June 2025.
