Satellite Dish Mounting Kit for Exposed Fastener Metal Roof Panels

The S-5! GripperFix Satellite Dish Mounting Kit includes everything needed to securely attach most standard* satellite dishes, antennas, and similar equipment to exposed-fastener metal roof panels such as R-Panel, BORGA, Ag Panels, or similar profiles. The system installs in about 1520 minutes using basic hand tools, creating a strong, weather-tight connection that preserves the integrity of the roof.

This kit serves as the roof attachment foundation, allowing your existing satellite or antenna mount to be installed without damaging roof panels or relying on sealants that can compromise performance over time. It provides long-term protection against leaks and corrosion while offering broad compatibility with popular systems such as Starlink, DirecTV, DISH, HughesNet, Ubiquiti, and other communication or monitoring equipment.

*Compatible with most standard satellite and antenna mounting brackets.

Common Applications

• Satellite internet dishes (Starlink, HughesNet, etc.)
• TV satellite mounts (DISH, DirecTV, etc.)
• Communication, Wi-Fi, and weather monitoring antennas
• Security cameras and rural broadband equipment

The Kit includes:

• 2 x 27 GripperFix Struts
• 8 x GripperFix EF Tab
• 4 x M8-1.25x40mm Flanged Bolts
• 4 x M8 Flanged Nuts
• 16 x 1/4-141 Self-Piercing Screws w/ Stainless Steel Cap & EPDM Rubber Washer

Tools you will need for installation:

• Tape Measure
• Drill/Screw Gun (impact driver should not be used)
• 5/16 Driver Bit for 1/4-14 screws
• 13mm socket wrench and 13mm open end/box wrench (or two of either)
• * Hacksaw or Sawzall with 14tpi minimum metal cutting blade (Recommended if you need to cut strut)

Mount Compatibility Notes

Each S-5! GripperFix Satellite Dish Mounting Kit includes M8 40 mm bolts (approximately 5/16″ 1-9/16″). These bolts are compatible with many (though not all) satellite and antenna mounting bases. Because base thickness and hole sizes vary among manufacturers, review the notes below before installation.

General Guidelines

• Confirm that your mounting base accepts 8 mm ( 5/16″) bolts. If the holes are smaller, they may need to be carefully enlarged to fit.
• Always ensure that drilling or modifying a mounting base does not void the manufacturers warranty.
• Pre-assemble your hardware to confirm bolt length and fit before installation.

Brand-Specific Notes

Starlink

• Most Starlink mounts are compatible with the included M8 40 mm bolts.
• The Volcano Base and Pivot Base are recommended for use with this kit. Some versions may still require slightly enlarging the mounting holes with a 5/16″ drill bit.
• The Standard Base may not be compatible out of the box. Hole diameters are often too small for 8 mm bolts, and there may not be enough surrounding material to safely drill them out. Use caution and consult Starlink support if uncertain.
• Older Starlink dishes may have thicker bases that the 40 mm bolts will not accommodate. In this case, longer bolts are required. We recommend pre-assembling the dish to the GripperFix rail to confirm the correct length, then sourcing longer bolts locally.

DirecTV, DISH, HughesNet, Ubiquiti, and other systems

• Generally compatible with the supplied hardware. Verify hole spacing and bolt diameter before final assembly, and ensure the mounting base provides sufficient structural support.