Metal fitting tile for photovoltaic tile

By designing matching metal tiles for photovoltaic tiles, the installation problem of photovoltaic tiles in the corners and irregular areas of the roof is solved, achieving convenient and efficient installation, as well as waterproofing and fireproofing effects, and extending the service life of the roof.

CN224395934UActive Publication Date: 2026-06-23QINGHAI HUANGHE HYDROPOWER DEV CO LTD XINING SOLAR POWER BRANCH +3

Patent Information

Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
QINGHAI HUANGHE HYDROPOWER DEV CO LTD XINING SOLAR POWER BRANCH
Filing Date
2025-04-21
Publication Date
2026-06-23

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Technical Problem

Existing photovoltaic tiles cannot be cut to fit the corners or irregular areas of the roof during installation, resulting in inconsistent appearance, low installation efficiency, and a tendency to leak.

Method used

A photovoltaic tile matching metal tile was designed, including a metal tile body, a cover plate, an upper mounting component and a lower mounting component. It adopts a specific bending design and connection method to adapt to the installation needs of irregular areas.

Benefits of technology

It improves the convenience and efficiency of photovoltaic roof installation, maintains aesthetics, and has waterproof and fireproof functions, extending the service life of the roof.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses photovoltaic tile is matched with metal and is matched with tile, belongs to photovoltaic technical field, include: metal and are matched with tile main part, apron, install component and lower installation component, metal and are matched with tile main part whole is rectangular, metal and are matched with tile main part first end is provided with the edge folding, and the second end and fourth end are all provided with U shape bending, and the third end is provided with recessed groove bending, apron installs in metal and is matched with tile main part first end, and is located the edge folding top, a plurality of install component and are matched with the upper installation component interval and install in metal and are matched with tile main part second end, a plurality of lower installation component interval and install in metal and are matched with tile main part fourth end, wherein, the edge folding, U shape bending and recessed groove bending's bending direction is same. Photovoltaic tile is matched with metal and is matched with the utility model's tile and has simple structure, firm installation, and the advantages such as convenient dismounting and maintenance, improve the convenience and installation efficiency of photovoltaic roof installation.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of photovoltaic technology, and specifically relates to metal matching tiles for photovoltaic tiles. Background Technology

[0002] As the photovoltaic market continues to expand, the market for rooftop photovoltaics is growing, and the installation of photovoltaic tiles is becoming increasingly standardized, regulated, and convenient. However, in existing photovoltaic tile installation processes, when encountering roof corners or irregular areas (such as ridges, eaves, and gutters), photovoltaic tiles, being made of materials like glass and silicon wafers, cannot be cut and installed directly. In such cases, conventional ceramic or metal tiles are typically used, cut and laid in the area, resulting in inconsistent appearance. Furthermore, since the purchased tiles may not be compatible with the photovoltaic tiles, installation efficiency is often low, and problems such as insecure installation and leaks are common. Therefore, there is an urgent need to develop a new type of metal tile to match photovoltaic tiles. Utility Model Content

[0003] To address the aforementioned issues, this utility model discloses a metal mounting bracket for photovoltaic tiles, comprising: a metal mounting bracket body, a cover plate, an upper mounting component, and a lower mounting component;

[0004] The main body of the metal tile is rectangular in shape.

[0005] The metal tile body has a folded edge at the first end, a U-shaped bend at the second and fourth ends, and a groove bend at the third end.

[0006] The cover plate is installed at the first end of the metal tile body and is located above the folded edge;

[0007] Multiple upper mounting components are spaced apart and installed at the second end of the metal tile body;

[0008] Multiple of the aforementioned lower mounting components are spaced apart and installed at the fourth end of the metal tile body;

[0009] Among them, the bending directions of the folded edge, U-shaped bend, and groove bend are the same.

[0010] Furthermore, the upper mounting component includes a first hook and a base;

[0011] The first hook is shaped like a groove with a folded edge;

[0012] The base includes a first plate and a second plate; the first plate is perpendicular to the second plate and is T-shaped; one end of the second plate is provided with a folded edge and the other end is provided with a through hole;

[0013] The first hook flange is detachably connected to the first plate;

[0014] The second plate is connected to the second end of the metal tile body.

[0015] Furthermore, the upper mounting component also includes a first foam;

[0016] The first foam is disposed between the metal tile body and the base.

[0017] Furthermore, the lower mounting component includes a second hook and a second foam.

[0018] The second hook is connected to the U-shaped bend at the fourth end of the metal tile body;

[0019] The second foam is disposed between the second hook and the metal tile body.

[0020] Furthermore, the second hook is U-shaped overall.

[0021] Furthermore, it also includes: adhesive strips;

[0022] The adhesive strip is installed on the first surface of the metal tile body and is close to the upper mounting component.

[0023] Furthermore, the main material of the metal tile is one of aluminum, steel, aluminum-magnesium alloy, aluminum-magnesium-manganese alloy, or zinc-aluminum-magnesium alloy.

[0024] Furthermore, the thickness of the metal tile body is 1-3 mm.

[0025] Furthermore, the surface of the metal tile body is coated with a coating.

[0026] Furthermore, the metal tile body and the second hook are designed as a single piece.

[0027] Compared with the prior art, the advantages of this utility model are: it has the advantages of simple structure, firm installation, easy disassembly and maintenance, improves the convenience and efficiency of photovoltaic roof installation, maintains the same aesthetic appearance as photovoltaic tiles, and can also undertake the waterproof and fireproof functions of traditional tiles, thereby increasing the service life of the roof. It is an important component in photovoltaic roof installation.

[0028] Other features and advantages of this invention will be set forth in the description which follows, and will be apparent in part from the description, or may be learned by practicing the invention. The objectives and other advantages of this invention can be realized and obtained through the structures pointed out in the description and the accompanying drawings. Attached Figure Description

[0029] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0030] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the structure of the metal tile body according to an embodiment of the present invention is shown;

[0031] Figure 2 A schematic diagram of the structure of the metal tile according to an embodiment of the present invention is shown;

[0032] Figure 3 A front view of the metal tile body according to an embodiment of the present invention is shown;

[0033] Figure 4 For along Figure 2 Sectional view of line AA in the middle;

[0034] Figure 5 A schematic diagram of the integral molding design of the metal tile body and the second hook according to an embodiment of the present utility model is shown;

[0035] Figure 6 A schematic diagram of a roof according to an embodiment of the present invention is shown;

[0036] Figure 7 A schematic diagram of the disassembly of a metal tile according to an embodiment of the present invention is shown.

[0037] Reference numerals: 1. Metal tile body; 2. Groove bending; 3. Cover plate; 4. Adhesive strip; 5. Upper mounting component; 6. First hook; 7. Base; 8. First foam; 9. Lower mounting component; 10. Second hook; 11. Eaves gutter; 12. Photovoltaic tile; 13. Second foam. Detailed Implementation

[0038] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of this utility model clearer, the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this utility model, not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of this utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of this utility model.

[0039] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the structure of the metal tile body according to an embodiment of the present invention is shown. Figure 2A schematic diagram of the structure of a metal tile according to an embodiment of the present invention is shown. Figure 2 As shown in the figure, a photovoltaic tile matching metal tile proposed in this embodiment includes: a metal tile body 1, a cover plate 3, an upper mounting component 5, and a lower mounting component 9;

[0040] like Figure 1 As shown, the metal tile body 1 is rectangular in shape and is formed by bending a single piece of metal plate to match the installation shape of the photovoltaic tile 12. Through holes are provided at the left and upper ends of the metal tile body 1 to allow for the installation of the cover plate 3 and the upper mounting component 5.

[0041] Figure 3 A front view of the metal tile body according to an embodiment of the present invention is shown. Figure 3 As shown, the metal tile body 1 has a folded edge at the first end, U-shaped bends at the second and fourth ends, and a grooved bend 2 at the third end;

[0042] The cover plate 3 is installed at the first end of the metal tile body 1 and is located above the folded edge; when multiple metal tiles overlap, the cover plate 3 is used to cover the groove bend 2 of the adjacent metal tile body 1 and the joint between the two tiles.

[0043] Multiple upper mounting components 5 are spaced apart and installed at the second end of the metal tile body 1;

[0044] Multiple lower mounting components 9 are spaced apart and installed at the fourth end of the metal tile body 1;

[0045] The bending directions of the folded edge, U-shaped bend, and grooved bend 2 are the same. For example, the folded edge, U-shaped bend, and grooved bend 2 all bend towards the back of the metal tile body 1.

[0046] For example, the first end of the metal tile body 1 is the left end, the second end is the upper end, the third end is the right end, and the fourth end is the lower end.

[0047] The metal roofing tile of this utility model has the advantages of simple structure, firm installation, easy disassembly and maintenance, which improves the convenience and efficiency of photovoltaic roof installation, maintains the same aesthetic appearance as the photovoltaic tile 12, and can also perform the waterproof and fireproof functions of traditional tiles, thereby increasing the service life of the roof. It is an important component in photovoltaic roof installation.

[0048] In some embodiments, the folded edge at the first end of the metal tile body 1 is perpendicular to the metal tile body 1.

[0049] In some embodiments, the U-shaped bending depth at the fourth end of the metal tile body 1 is greater than the U-shaped bending depth at the second end of the metal tile body 1.

[0050] Figure 4 For along Figure 2 A cross-sectional view along line AA. (e.g.) Figure 4 As shown, in some embodiments, the upper mounting member 5 includes a first hook 6 and a base 7;

[0051] The first hook 6 is generally in the shape of a groove with a folded edge;

[0052] The base 7 includes a first plate and a second plate; the first plate is perpendicular to the second plate and is T-shaped; one end of the second plate is provided with a folded edge and the other end is provided with a through hole;

[0053] The first hook has a 6-fold edge that is detachably connected to the first plate;

[0054] The second plate is connected to the second end (through hole) of the metal tile body 1, and the metal tile body 1 is located above the second plate of the base 7, with the top of the metal tile body 1 close to the first plate.

[0055] In some embodiments, the upper mounting member 5 further includes a first foam 8;

[0056] The first foam 8 is disposed between the metal tile body 1 and the base 7.

[0057] The first foam 8 is used to cushion the connection between the metal tile body 1 and the base 7.

[0058] like Figure 4 As shown, in some embodiments, the lower mounting member 9 includes a second hook 10 and a second foam 13;

[0059] The second hook 10 is connected to the U-shaped bend at the fourth end of the metal tile body 1;

[0060] The second foam 13 is disposed between the second hook 10 and the metal tile body 1.

[0061] In some embodiments, the second hook 10 is bonded to the U-shaped bend at the fourth end of the metal tile body 1 by adhesive; wherein the adhesive may be silicone or structural adhesive.

[0062] In some embodiments, the second hook 10 is generally U-shaped.

[0063] In some embodiments, the metal roof tile further includes: a rubber strip 4;

[0064] The adhesive strip 4 is installed on the first surface of the metal tile body 1 and is close to the upper mounting member 5. For example, the first surface is the front of the metal tile body 1.

[0065] Adhesive strip 4 is used for waterproofing between upper and lower rows of metal roof tiles, which can improve the overall waterproofing performance of the roof. Adhesive strip 4 is not required for metal roof tiles installed in areas without upper tiles (such as the ridge).

[0066] In some embodiments, the metal tile body 1 is made of one of aluminum, steel, aluminum-magnesium alloy, aluminum-magnesium-manganese alloy, or zinc-aluminum-magnesium alloy.

[0067] In some embodiments, the thickness of the metal tile body 1 is 1 to 3 mm.

[0068] In some embodiments, the surface of the metal tile body 1 is coated with a coating.

[0069] The metal tile body 1 has a protective coating and is colored. The coating process includes at least one of anodizing, electrophoretic coating, liquid coating, powder coating, and water-based coating to achieve an appearance that matches the photovoltaic tile 12.

[0070] Figure 5 A schematic diagram of an integrated metal tile body and a second hook design according to an embodiment of the present invention is shown. Figure 5 As shown, in some embodiments, the metal tile body 1 and the second hook 10 adopt an integral molding design, which can reduce the manufacturing process.

[0071] Figure 6 A schematic diagram of a roof according to an embodiment of the present invention is shown. Figure 6 As shown, the metal roofing tile of this utility model is mainly used for corners or irregular areas of the roof (such as ridges, eaves, gutters, etc.). When encountering such irregular areas, the product can be cut to match the shape of the area for installation.

[0072] When installing multiple metal tiles, the first metal tile is screwed onto the roof batten via the folded edge of the base 7. The upper row of metal tiles is located diagonally above the first metal tile, and the second hook 10 of the upper row of metal tiles is connected to the first hook 6 of the first metal tile. It is then screwed onto the batten via the folded edge of the base 7. The second metal tile is located to the right of the first metal tile. The left folded edge of the second metal tile connects to the groove bend 2 of the first metal tile. Simultaneously, the cover plate 3 on the left side of the second metal tile covers the groove bend 2 of the first metal tile. It is then screwed onto the batten via the folded edge of the base 7. A gutter 11 is provided at the edge of the roof surface.

[0073] Figure 7 A schematic diagram of the disassembly of a metal tile according to an embodiment of the present invention is shown. Figure 7 As shown, when replacement is required, the metal tile can be disassembled and installed independently after removing the rubber strip 4 and the upper mounting component 5.

[0074] Although the present invention has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that modifications can still be made to the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments, or equivalent substitutions can be made to some of the technical features; and these modifications or substitutions do not cause the essence of the corresponding technical solutions to deviate from the spirit and scope of the technical solutions of the embodiments of the present invention.

Claims

1. A photovoltaic tile with matching metal tiles, characterized in that, include: Metal tile body (1), cover plate (3), upper mounting component (5) and lower mounting component (9); The metal tile body (1) is rectangular in shape. The metal tile body (1) has a folded edge at the first end, a U-shaped bend at the second and fourth ends, and a groove bend (2) at the third end; The cover plate (3) is installed at the first end of the metal tile body (1) and is located above the folded edge; Multiple upper mounting components (5) are spaced apart and installed at the second end of the metal tile body (1); Multiple lower mounting components (9) are spaced apart and installed at the fourth end of the metal tile body (1); Among them, the bending directions of the folded edge, U-shaped bend and groove bend (2) are the same.

2. The photovoltaic tile matching metal tile according to claim 1, characterized in that, The upper mounting component (5) includes a first hook (6) and a base (7); The first hook (6) is in the shape of a groove with a folded edge; The base (7) includes a first plate and a second plate; the first plate is perpendicular to the second plate and is T-shaped; one end of the second plate is provided with a folded edge and the other end is provided with a through hole; The first hook (6) is detachably connected to the first plate by its folded edge; The second plate is connected to the second end of the metal tile body (1).

3. The photovoltaic tile matching metal tile according to claim 2, characterized in that, The upper mounting component (5) also includes a first foam (8); The first foam (8) is disposed between the metal tile body (1) and the base (7).

4. The photovoltaic tile matching metal tile according to claim 1, characterized in that, The lower mounting component (9) includes a second hook (10) and a second foam (13); The second hook (10) is connected to the U-shaped bend at the fourth end of the metal tile body (1); The second foam (13) is disposed between the second hook (10) and the metal tile body (1).

5. The photovoltaic tile matching metal tile according to claim 4, characterized in that, The second hook (10) is U-shaped.

6. The photovoltaic tile matching metal tile according to claim 1, characterized in that, Also includes: Adhesive strip (4); The adhesive strip (4) is installed on the first surface of the metal tile body (1) and close to the upper mounting component (5).

7. The photovoltaic tile matching metal tile according to claim 1, characterized in that, The main body of the metal tile (1) is made of one of the following materials: aluminum, steel, aluminum-magnesium alloy, aluminum-magnesium-manganese alloy, and zinc-aluminum-magnesium alloy.

8. The photovoltaic tile matching metal tile according to claim 1 or 7, characterized in that, The thickness of the metal tile body (1) is 1-3 mm.

9. The photovoltaic tile matching metal tile according to claim 1, characterized in that, The surface of the metal tile body (1) is coated with a coating.

10. The photovoltaic tile matching metal tile according to claim 4, characterized in that, The metal tile body (1) and the second hook (10) are designed as a single piece.