Vertical Fin Shading

This tool lets you calculate the shading provided by vertical fins on a window or a wall. Please read the important instructions, notes, and FAQ pages before using this tool.

BETA RELEASE: This is a new tool, and still undergoing testing and verification. The author apprciates any feedback you have on the tool, especially on whether or not the inputs and outputs are clear.

INPUTS
fin depth latitude °
fin thickness show values
fin spacing orientation
fin tilt degrees    
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The author maintains a private mailing list of users of the SunAngle suite of solar design tools, and is happy to send you very occasional notices about software upgrades and other items of interest. Such notices do not typically occur more frequently than a few times a year.