Solar Pathfinder – Software

Assistant Software – All-in-One PV, Thermal & Ecological

Assistant PV Software delivers solar site analysis, optimizing panel placement, shading data, weather integration and reports.

$219.00

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PV Studio 2 – Advanced PV Design & Optimization

Design PV systems efficiently: model roofs, analyze shading with heat maps, and generate detailed production reports.

$319.00

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How The Solar Pathfinder™ Is Used

Using a reflective dome, the Solar Pathfinder™ captures site shading. When combined with a sunpath diagram, this allows for quick identification of shading obstructions and their impact on solar availability. By placing the unit at the desired location, installers gain a clear understanding of the site's solar potential.

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PV Solar Power

01PV Solar Power

Optimize PV panel placement by analyzing shading, maximizing energy capture for efficient solar power systems.

Thermal Hot Water

02Thermal Hot Water

Assess shading to optimize solar thermal collector placement, ensuring efficient hot water system performance and energy savings.

Outdoor water faucet that is put in the shaded area to run cold water

Passive Solar House Design

03Passive Solar House Design

Analyze shading to inform passive solar design, maximizing natural light and heat gain for energy-efficient homes.

Man sitting at desk working on blueprints for a house

Landscaping/Greenhouses

04Landscaping/Greenhouses

Determine optimal placement for gardens or greenhouses by analyzing shading to maximize sunlight and plant health.

Inside shot of a green house catching the sunlight

Environmental

05Environmental

Promotes informed decisions for sustainable energy use by accurately assessing shading's impact on solar potential.

Agricultural fields with wind turbines and a small town

As a startup business trying to fund my own expenses this is truly the choice for value. Thank you for providing the tried and true, dependable, and accurate solar shade analysis tool!

- Chris

We have found the Solar Pathfinder to be a simple tool for training certified solar site assessors. The Solar Pathfinder provides all the answers for people in the field and the home owner.

- Clay S.

I pulled out my Solar Pathfinder at a recent MREA wind site assessor workshop and created a buzz when I used it for calculating tree height for wind applications.

- Craig T.

Unsurpassed for the professional analysis of solar characteristics at any proposed site and for a graphic display to clients.

- Dean M.

The Solar Pathfinder is a must have piece of gear for every installer's tool kit!

- Joe Schwartz; CEO & Tech Editor of HomePower Magazine

Once again, I used my trusty Solar Pathfinder. This time, I needed to find a place for my bee hives. Being in a warmer climate, I wanted them to spend their time making honey, not trying to keep their hive cool!

- Living Off the Grid

By using the Pathfinder this afternoon I see I have 2 good sites in my backyard for a greenhouse, and I also see I could add a workable sunroom to my house. I feel that the Pathfinder paid for itself already.

- Ron P.