Support frame for supporting photovoltaic panel and photovoltaic module

By using the slots and fastener structure of the movable and locking blocks, the problems of dimensional errors and low construction efficiency in the on-site installation of photovoltaic panel brackets are solved, enabling efficient installation that can flexibly adapt to different roof conditions.

CN224124079UActive Publication Date: 2026-04-14CHINA RAILWAY TENTH GRP CONSTR ENG CO LTD +2
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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2025-05-15
Publication Date
2026-04-14

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Technical Problem

Existing photovoltaic panel brackets have dimensional errors during on-site installation, resulting in low installation quality and efficiency, low construction efficiency, and difficulty in adapting to different roof conditions.

Method used

The system employs a connection structure of movable blocks and locking blocks. Through the cooperation of slots and fasteners, the locking blocks can be flexibly fixed and adjusted on the column, avoiding the traditional drilling method and adapting to different construction conditions.

Benefits of technology

It enables flexible installation of photovoltaic panel brackets, ensuring installation quality and efficiency, adapting to different roof conditions, and simplifying the construction process.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a support frame for supporting a photovoltaic panel and a photovoltaic assembly, the support frame comprises a stand column and an inclined beam arranged on the stand column, the inclined beam is fixed on the stand column through a connecting structure, and the connecting structure comprises a movable block which is in contact with the surface of the stand column; the two locking blocks are arranged on the two parallel side faces of the movable block respectively, the adjacent end faces of the two locking blocks are each provided with a clamping groove matched with the stand column, the locking blocks are connected with the movable block through fasteners, and in the locking block assembling process, the clamping grooves in the locking blocks correspond to the edges of the stand columns. The locking device is simple in structure, the locking block can be fixed to the stand column after the edge of the stand column is embedded into the clamping groove through matching of the locking block and the clamping groove, in addition, under the synergistic effect of the movable block and the fastening piece, the locking block can move in the direction close to or away from the movable block by rotating the fastening piece, and the locking device is convenient to use. Therefore, the position of the locking block on the stand column can be locked or adjusted.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of photovoltaic module assembly technology, specifically a support frame for supporting photovoltaic panels and a photovoltaic module. Background Technology

[0002] Electricity, as the most widely used and consumed form of energy, occupies a central position in the development of new energy sources. Solar energy, as a clean, renewable, and abundant energy source, is gradually becoming an important way to alleviate national energy pressure. Utilizing solar energy by converting it into electricity not only helps optimize the energy structure but also promotes the development of a green and low-carbon economy. Therefore, in recent years, the production and installation of solar panels has become one of the main directions of new energy development.

[0003] In practical applications, solar panels are often installed on the rooftops of rural residences. This arrangement does not occupy additional land resources, does not affect residents' normal lives, and effectively improves the utilization rate of building space. Furthermore, since rural areas generally have the conditions to connect to the national power grid, the generated electricity can be directly connected to the grid after appropriate processing, thereby reducing the construction cost of the power transmission system.

[0004] Currently, solar panels are mostly designed and manufactured in modular fashion in factories, and then assembled and installed on-site according to specific conditions. However, due to differences in the slope, area, and orientation of each roof, it is difficult to achieve standardized and fixed-size production of the support system. Typically, the support tubing needs to be measured and cut on-site. Existing measuring tools, such as measuring tapes, are prone to dimensional errors in actual operation, leading to component splicing deviations during installation and affecting the overall installation quality and efficiency.

[0005] To address the aforementioned issues, existing technologies often employ column structures with multiple oblong holes to accommodate diagonal beams of varying lengths; alternatively, temporary holes are drilled in the columns to fix the diagonal beams, depending on site requirements. However, these construction methods suffer from low work efficiency and difficulty in ensuring drilling accuracy, demanding high skill levels from construction personnel and hindering large-scale application. Therefore, this paper proposes a support frame and photovoltaic modules for supporting photovoltaic panels. Utility Model Content

[0006] The purpose of this invention is to provide a support frame and photovoltaic module for supporting photovoltaic panels, so as to solve the problems mentioned in the background art.

[0007] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution: a support frame for supporting photovoltaic panels, comprising a column and an inclined beam disposed on the column, wherein the inclined beam is fixed to the column by a connecting structure, the connecting structure comprising:

[0008] The movable block remains in contact with the surface of the column;

[0009] Two locking blocks are respectively disposed on two parallel sides of the movable block. The adjacent end faces of the two locking blocks have slots that match the column. The locking blocks are connected to the movable block by fasteners. During the assembly of the locking blocks, the slots on the locking blocks are aligned with the edges of the column. By rotating the fasteners, the locking blocks are subjected to a locking force in the direction of the column.

[0010] As a further embodiment of this utility model: a connecting seat is provided at the end of the inclined beam away from the movable block, and a connecting seat is also provided at one end of the column.

[0011] As a further embodiment of this utility model: the connecting seats are all connected to the inclined beam and / or column by rotating pins.

[0012] As a further embodiment of this utility model: the end face of the column that contacts the movable block is provided with a toothed groove in the vertical direction.

[0013] As a further embodiment of this utility model: a strip groove is provided on the end face of the movable block near the column, an elastic pad is installed in the strip groove, and a toothed block is installed on the elastic pad. When the elastic pad is not compressed, the end face of the toothed block is higher than the end face of the movable block.

[0014] As a further embodiment of this utility model: the movable block is connected to the inclined beam by a fixing pin.

[0015] As a further embodiment of this utility model: the other end of the column is provided with a base fixed on the roof.

[0016] A photovoltaic module includes a support frame for supporting photovoltaic panels, and further includes a fixing frame, wherein the fixing frame is bolted to the connecting seat, and a plurality of photovoltaic panels are laid on the fixing frame.

[0017] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are:

[0018] This application utilizes the cooperation of a locking block and a slot to fix the locking block to the column simply by inserting the slot into the edge of the column, avoiding the traditional method of drilling holes when fixing the end of the inclined beam. Furthermore, through the synergistic action of the movable block and the fastener, rotating the fastener allows the locking block to move closer to or further away from the movable block, thereby achieving locking or adjustment of the locking block's position on the column. This design can flexibly adapt to different construction conditions, ensuring the smooth installation of the inclined beam. Attached Figure Description

[0019] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the support frame of this utility model;

[0020] Figure 2 This is an enlarged schematic diagram of point A in this utility model;

[0021] Figure 3 This is a cross-sectional schematic diagram of the locking block of this utility model;

[0022] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the photovoltaic module of this utility model;

[0023] In the diagram: 1. Column; 2. Base; 3. Gear groove; 4. Movable block; 5. Elastic pad; 6. Gear block; 7. Locking block; 71. Slot; 8. Fastener; 9. Fixing pin; 10. Inclined beam; 11. Connecting seat; 12. Rotating pin; 13. Fixing frame; 14. Photovoltaic panel. Detailed Implementation

[0024] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.

[0025] Please see Figure 1-4 In this embodiment of the present invention, a support frame for supporting photovoltaic panels includes a column 1 and an inclined beam 10 disposed on the column 1. The inclined beam 10 is fixed to the column 1 by a connecting structure, the connecting structure including:

[0026] Movable block 4 remains in contact with the surface of column 1;

[0027] Two locking blocks 7 are respectively set on two parallel sides of the movable block 4. The adjacent end faces of the two locking blocks 7 each have a slot 71 that matches the column 1. The locking blocks 7 are connected to the movable block 4 by fasteners 8. During the assembly of the locking blocks 7, the slots 71 on the locking blocks 7 are aligned with the edge of the column 1. By rotating the fasteners 8, the locking blocks 7 are subjected to a locking force in the direction of the column 1.

[0028] The column 1 has an I-shaped structure, consisting of a web and two flanges. The connecting structure is fixed to the side of the flanges away from the web. The movable block 4 maintains contact with the flanges, and locking blocks 7 are installed on the parallel sides of the movable blocks 4. The flanges are located between the two locking blocks 7, and the end face of the locking block 7 that contacts the flange has a groove 71 that matches the edge of the flange. When the edge of the flange enters the groove 71, it restricts the relative movement between the flange and the locking block 7. When both locking blocks 7 are in the state of being inserted into the two slots 71, the two locking blocks 7 will apply a clamping force to the flange plate, ensuring that the locking blocks 7 are tightly connected to the flange plate. When the clamping force is applied to the locking blocks 7, the fastener 8 is a bolt. By rotating the fastener 8 clockwise and / or counterclockwise, the nut end of the fastener 8 will continuously squeeze the locking blocks 7 towards the movable block 4, thereby achieving the locking effect. Conversely, by rotating the fastener 8 relative to the locking direction, the locking blocks 7 and the movable block 4 can be removed or the position of the movable block 4 on the column 1 can be adjusted.

[0029] With the above solution, when the inclined beam 10 cannot be installed between the fixed frame 13 and the column 1 due to length deviation, the two locking blocks 7 can be loosened by rotating the fastener 8, thereby adjusting the position of the movable block 4 on the column 1. After the movable block 4 is adjusted into place, the fastener 8 is rotated again to make the locking blocks 7 press against the column 1, thus fixing the position of the movable block 4. This structure can flexibly adapt to different construction conditions and ensure the smooth installation of the inclined beam 10.

[0030] Please see Figure 1 In one embodiment, preferably, the end of the inclined beam 10 away from the movable block 4 is provided with a connecting seat 11, and one end of the column 1 is also provided with a connecting seat 11. The connecting seats 11 are connected to the inclined beam 10 and / or the column 1 through a rotating pin 12. The connecting seat 11 is provided with multiple waist-shaped holes. The presence of multiple waist-shaped holes facilitates the threaded rod to pass through and connect with the fixing frame 13, thereby establishing the connection between the column 1 and / or the inclined beam 10 and the fixing frame 13.

[0031] Please see Figure 1-2In one embodiment, preferably, the end face of the column 1 that contacts the movable block 4 is provided with a toothed groove 3 in the vertical direction, and the end face of the movable block 4 near the column 1 is provided with a strip groove. An elastic pad 5 is installed in the strip groove, and a toothed block 6 is installed on the elastic pad 5. When the elastic pad 5 is not compressed, the end face of the toothed block 6 is higher than the end face of the movable block 4. Furthermore, the elastic pad 5 can be compressed by pressing the toothed block 6, so that the toothed block 6 retracts into the strip groove. After determining the installation position of the inclined beam 10 on the column 1 based on its length and inclination angle, first align and engage the toothed surface of the toothed block 6 with the toothed groove 3 on the column 1. Then, press the movable block 4 towards the column 1. When the groove 71 on the movable block 4 aligns with the edge of the flange plate of the column 1, rotate the fastener 8 on the locking block 7 to push the locking block 7 towards the movable block 4 until the edge of the flange plate is fully embedded in the groove 71, thereby restricting the horizontal displacement of the movable block 4. At this time, the toothed block 6 returns to its original position under the elastic force of the elastic pad 5 and remains tightly engaged with the toothed groove 3, thus restricting the vertical movement of the movable block 4. Through the above structural design, a reliable and stable fixing effect of the movable block 4 on the column 1 is achieved, and it is easy to flexibly adjust according to actual installation requirements.

[0032] Please see Figure 1 In one embodiment, preferably, the movable block 4 is connected to the inclined beam 10 by a fixing pin 9, wherein the inclined beam 10 can rotate around the circumference of the fixing pin 9, ensuring that the surfaces of the movable block 4 and the column 1 are in parallel, which is beneficial to the stability of the connection.

[0033] Please see Figure 4 In one embodiment, preferably, the other end of the column 1 is provided with a base 2 fixed on the roof, for securing the column 1 to the roof structure.

[0034] Please see Figure 4 A photovoltaic module includes a support frame for supporting photovoltaic panels, and further includes a fixing frame 13. The fixing frame 13 is connected to the connecting seat 11 by bolts, and a plurality of photovoltaic panels 14 are laid on the fixing frame 13.

[0035] The working principle and usage process of this utility model are as follows: First, the column 1 is fixed to the roof through the base 2. Then, the fixing frame 13 is fixed above the column 1 through the cooperation of the connecting seat 11 and the threaded rod. Next, one end of the inclined beam 10 is fixed to the fixing frame 13 through the cooperation of the connecting seat 11 and the threaded rod. Then, the installation position of the movable block 4 on the column 1 is determined according to the length of the inclined beam 10. By pressing the movable block 4, the position of the slot 71 is aligned with the edge of the flange plate. Then, the fastener 8 is rotated until the edge of the flange plate is completely embedded in the slot 71. At this time, the toothed block 6 is also subjected to the force of the elastic pad 5, so that its tooth surface and the tooth groove 3 are tightly engaged to establish a stable connection. Then, the other inclined beams 10 are installed in the same way as above until the support frame is assembled. Then, the photovoltaic panel 14 is laid on the fixing frame 13.

[0036] Although this specification describes embodiments, not every embodiment contains only one independent technical solution. This narrative style is merely for clarity. Those skilled in the art should consider the specification as a whole, and the technical solutions in each embodiment can also be appropriately combined to form other embodiments that can be understood by those skilled in the art.

[0037] Therefore, the above description is only a preferred embodiment of this application and is not intended to limit the scope of this application; that is, all equivalent modifications made in accordance with the scope of the claims of this application shall be within the protection scope of the claims of this application.

Claims

1. A support frame for supporting photovoltaic panels, characterized in that, It includes a column and a diagonal beam mounted on the column. The diagonal beam is fixed to the column by a connecting structure, the connecting structure including: The movable block remains in contact with the surface of the column; Two locking blocks are respectively disposed on two parallel sides of the movable block. The adjacent end faces of the two locking blocks have slots that match the column. The locking blocks are connected to the movable block by fasteners. During the assembly of the locking blocks, the slots on the locking blocks are aligned with the edges of the column. By rotating the fasteners, the locking blocks are subjected to a locking force in the direction of the column.

2. The support frame for supporting photovoltaic panels according to claim 1, characterized in that, The end of the inclined beam away from the movable block is provided with a connecting seat, and one end of the column is also provided with a connecting seat.

3. The support frame for supporting photovoltaic panels according to claim 2, characterized in that, All connecting seats are connected to the inclined beam and / or column via rotating pins.

4. The support frame for supporting photovoltaic panels according to claim 1, characterized in that, The end face of the column that contacts the movable block has a toothed groove along the vertical direction.

5. The support frame for supporting photovoltaic panels according to claim 4, characterized in that, The movable block has a slotted groove on its end face near the column. An elastic pad is installed in the slot, and a toothed block is installed on the elastic pad. When the elastic pad is not compressed, the end face of the toothed block is higher than the end face of the movable block.

6. The support frame for supporting photovoltaic panels according to claim 1, characterized in that, The movable block is connected to the inclined beam by a fixing pin.

7. The support frame for supporting photovoltaic panels according to claim 1, characterized in that, The other end of the column is provided with a base fixed to the roof.

8. A photovoltaic module, comprising the support frame for supporting the photovoltaic panel as described in claim 3, characterized in that, It further includes a fixing frame, which is connected to the connecting seat by bolts, and a plurality of photovoltaic panels are laid on the fixing frame.