PVCAD MEGA

Automated CAD Drawings for Large Ground Mounts

Precision engineering tool to quickly layout and design ground-mounted solar 

Compatible with PVComplete’s web-based tool, PVSketch MEGA
Fast Layouts
Use automation to complete 1GW layouts in seconds.
Increase Reliability

Reduce errors with standardization while designing for complexity .

Customize
Easily define access roads, equipment pads, or other common obstructions.
Site Feasibility
Ensure that your project is worth investing, analyze BOM and budgets.
Export to PVSyst
Easily export to PVSyst to evaluate and benchmark production.
Key Functionality

Built for key mid-to-late stage projects in your development portfolio.

Product Features

Slope & Topo Analysis

Begin site analysis with key imports:
  • Run advanced topo w/ Google Elevation Services
  • Import KML files or design from PVSketchMega
  • 3D topographic visualization

Define Racking Area

Draw and identify project area:

  • Define area for access roads, equipment pads
  • Click-and-drag control for unrackable areas
  • Clear boundary details and setback configuration

Layout Modules & Create Pier Schedule

Complete key PV layout features in seconds:
  • Automatically render shadow paths & analyze shading
  • Easily change or update equipment
  • Edit and analyze wind zone calculations

Refine, Adjust & Plan

  • Side-by-side version comparison
  • Compute steel requirements and top-of-pile reports
  • Generate BOM and evaluate budget
  • Collaborate and Develop

    Generate key reports and export designs

    • Export 3D shade scene to PVSyst or in-app PVWatts
    • Complete bankable, permit-ready designs

    Simplify your utility scale
    solar designs today!