A mounting structure for a photovoltaic module

By combining an inverted U-bolt, a top pressure plate, and a bottom pad, the problem of complex installation structure and poor stability of photovoltaic modules is solved, achieving convenient, economical, and aesthetically pleasing installation of photovoltaic modules.

CN224401428UActive Publication Date: 2026-06-23CONSTR DEV OF CHINA CONSTR SIXTH ENG DIV

Patent Information

Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
CONSTR DEV OF CHINA CONSTR SIXTH ENG DIV
Filing Date
2025-04-11
Publication Date
2026-06-23

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Technical Problem

Existing photovoltaic module installation structures suffer from poor stability, high processing costs, complex operation, poor aesthetics, and low installation efficiency.

Method used

The photovoltaic module is installed using a combination structure of inverted U-bolts, top pressure plate and bottom pad. The photovoltaic module is securely installed by connecting the threads of the inverted U-bolts and fixing nuts. The top pressure plate and bottom pad are installed at the upper and lower ends of the purlin, respectively, and the photovoltaic module is snapped between the top pressure plate.

Benefits of technology

It enables simple and convenient installation of photovoltaic modules, improves construction efficiency, saves installation labor costs, is suitable for installation in the middle and at the edges, and has a simple and beautiful structure.

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Abstract

The utility model relates to a kind of mounting structure of photovoltaic module, including inverted U-shaped bolt, top pressing plate and bottom backing plate.Top pressing plate includes horizontal pressing plate, and the vertical bending of one side of horizontal pressing plate is equipped with connecting plate, and the bending of one side of connecting plate is equipped with horizontal fixed plate, and the vertical bending of one side of horizontal fixed plate is equipped with support vertical plate, and connecting plate, horizontal fixed plate, support vertical plate form n-shaped structure, and two first connecting holes are opened in horizontal fixed plate;Two second connecting holes are opened in bottom backing plate;Inverted U-shaped bolt two vertical rods lower end is equipped with connecting thread and is screwed with fixed nut on connecting thread;Top pressing plate, bottom backing plate are installed in the upper and lower ends of purlin, and the two vertical rods of inverted U-shaped bolt pass through first connecting hole, second connecting hole in turn and are locked using fixed nut;Photovoltaic module is clamped between the horizontal pressing plate of two top pressing plates.The utility model structure is simple, convenient for processing, installation is convenient, and can effectively improve construction efficiency.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the technical field of photovoltaic module installation, and in particular to an installation structure for photovoltaic modules. Background Technology

[0002] Photovoltaic power generation boasts characteristics such as no fuel consumption, no noise, no pollution, renewable energy, and wide distribution. As the core component in converting solar energy into electrical energy, the robustness of the connection between the photovoltaic module and the support structure directly impacts the safe operation and economic benefits of a photovoltaic power station. Currently, some installation structures suffer from poor robustness, high processing costs, require the combined use of two or three different structures, are complex to operate, and result in the module protruding from the surface after installation, hindering cleaning and creating an unsightly appearance. Utility Model Content

[0003] The present invention aims to address the shortcomings of the prior art by providing an installation structure for photovoltaic modules.

[0004] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model adopts the following technical solution:

[0005] A photovoltaic module mounting structure includes an inverted U-bolt, a top pressure plate, and a bottom pad.

[0006] The top pressure plate includes a horizontal pressure plate, a connecting plate that is bent vertically upward on one side of the horizontal pressure plate, a horizontal fixing plate that is bent horizontally on one side of the connecting plate, and a supporting plate that is bent vertically downward on one side of the horizontal fixing plate. The connecting plate, the horizontal fixing plate, and the supporting plate form an n-shaped structure. Two first connecting holes are provided on the horizontal fixing plate.

[0007] Two second connection holes are provided on the bottom pad;

[0008] The two uprights of the inverted U-bolt are provided with connecting threads at their lower ends and a fixing nut is screwed onto the connecting threads;

[0009] The top pressure plate and bottom pad are installed at the upper and lower ends of the purlin. The two uprights of the inverted U-bolt pass through the first connecting hole and the second connecting hole in sequence and are locked with the fixing nut.

[0010] The photovoltaic module is snapped between two horizontal pressure plates on top.

[0011] The diameter of the inverted U-bolt is 8mm. The length of the horizontal section of the inverted U-bolt is the width of the purlin + 5mm, and the height of the vertical section of the inverted U-bolt is the height of the purlin + 40mm.

[0012] The height of the connecting thread is 40mm.

[0013] The thickness of the top pressure plate is 3mm, the length of the top pressure plate is the width of the purlin + 50mm, and the width of the top pressure plate is 55mm.

[0014] The thickness of the bottom pad is 3mm, the length of the bottom pad is the width of the purlin + 50mm, and the width of the bottom pad is 40mm.

[0015] The diameter of the first connecting hole and the second connecting hole is 9mm. The center distance between the two first connecting holes is the length of the horizontal section of the inverted U-bolt, and the center distance between the two second connecting holes is the length of the horizontal section of the inverted U-bolt.

[0016] The beneficial effects of this utility model are: this utility model only requires one type of installation structure to complete the installation of photovoltaic modules for the entire power station. The structure is simple, easy to process, can be used in the middle or at the edge, is convenient to install, can effectively improve construction efficiency, and save on installation labor costs. Attached Figure Description

[0017] Figure 1 This is the front view of the present invention;

[0018] Figure 2 This is a side view of the present invention;

[0019] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of an inverted U-bolt and a fixed nut.

[0020] Figure 4 Front view of the top pressure plate;

[0021] Figure 5 This is a top view of the top pressure plate;

[0022] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the bottom pad.

[0023] In the diagram: 1-Inverted U-bolt; 2-Top pressure plate; 3-Bottom pad; 4-Fixing nut; 5-Purifier; 6-Photovoltaic module;

[0024] 11-Connecting thread;

[0025] 21-Horizontal pressure plate; 22-Connecting plate; 23-Horizontal fixing plate; 24-Supporting vertical plate; 25-First connecting hole;

[0026] 31 - Second connecting hole;

[0027] The following will describe in detail the embodiments of this utility model with reference to the accompanying drawings. Detailed Implementation

[0028] The principles and features of this utility model are described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. The embodiments described are for illustrative purposes only and are not intended to limit the scope of this utility model. The utility model is described more specifically in the following paragraphs by way of example with reference to the accompanying drawings. The advantages and features of this utility model will become clearer from the following description. It should be noted that the drawings are all in a very simplified form and use non-precise proportions, and are only used to facilitate and clarify the illustration of the embodiments of this utility model.

[0029] It should be noted that when a component is described as "fixed to" another component, it can be directly on the other component or may have a component in between. When a component is considered "connected to" another component, it can be directly connected to the other component or may have a component in between. When a component is considered "set on" another component, it can be directly set on the other component or may have a component in between. The terms "vertical," "horizontal," "left," "right," and similar expressions used in this document are for illustrative purposes only.

[0030] Unless otherwise defined, all technical and scientific terms used herein have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this invention pertains. The terminology used herein is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to be limiting of the invention. The term "and / or" as used herein includes any and all combinations of one or more of the associated listed items.

[0031] The present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments:

[0032] An installation structure for a photovoltaic module, such as Figures 1 to 2 As shown, it includes an inverted U-bolt 1, a top pressure plate 2, and a bottom pad 3.

[0033] like Figure 3 As shown, the two uprights of the inverted U-bolt 1 are provided with connecting threads 11 at their lower ends, and a fixing nut 4 is screwed onto the connecting threads 11.

[0034] The inverted U-bolt 1 is made of galvanized round steel with a diameter of 8mm. The length of the horizontal section of the inverted U-bolt 1 is the width of the purlin 5 + 5mm, and the height of the vertical section of the inverted U-bolt 1 is the height of the purlin 5 + 40mm.

[0035] The height of the connecting thread 11 is 40mm.

[0036] like Figure 4 , Figure 5As shown, the top pressure plate 2 includes a horizontal pressure plate 21. A connecting plate 22 is bent vertically upward on one side of the horizontal pressure plate 21. A horizontal fixing plate 23 is bent horizontally on one side of the connecting plate 22. A supporting plate 24 is bent vertically downward on one side of the horizontal fixing plate 23. The connecting plate 22, the horizontal fixing plate 23, and the supporting plate 24 form an n-shaped structure. Two first connecting holes 25 are opened on the horizontal fixing plate 23.

[0037] The thickness of the top pressure plate 2 is 3mm, the length of the top pressure plate 2 is the width of the purlin 5 + 50mm, and the width of the top pressure plate 2 is 55mm.

[0038] like Figure 6 As shown, two second connection holes 31 are provided on the bottom pad 3.

[0039] The thickness of the bottom pad 3 is 3mm, the length of the bottom pad 3 is the width of the purlin 5 + 50mm, and the width of the bottom pad 3 is 40mm.

[0040] The top pressure plate 2 and the bottom pad 3 are made of galvanized steel sheet.

[0041] The diameters of the first connecting hole 25 and the second connecting hole 31 are 9mm. The center distance between the two first connecting holes 25 is the length of the horizontal section of the inverted U-bolt 1, and the center distance between the two second connecting holes 31 is the length of the horizontal section of the inverted U-bolt 1.

[0042] The top pressure plate 2 and the bottom pad 3 are installed at the upper and lower ends of the purlin 5. The two uprights of the inverted U-bolt 1 pass through the first connecting hole 25 and the second connecting hole 31 in sequence and are locked with the fixing nut 4. The photovoltaic module 6 is snapped between the horizontal pressure plates 21 of the two top pressure plates 2.

[0043] In this embodiment, a purlin 5 with a width of 40mm and a height of 60mm is used as an example. The horizontal section of the inverted U-bolt 1 is 45mm long and the vertical section is 100mm high; the top pressure plate 2 is 90mm long; and the bottom pad 3 is 90mm long.

[0044] After punching holes in the top pressure plate 2 and the bottom pad 3, they are placed on the inverted U-bolt 1. First, the top pressure plate 2 is put on, then the bottom pad 3 is put on, and finally the hexagonal anti-slip nut 4 is screwed on.

[0045] When installing purlin 5, calculate the number of devices required. Place the device with the opening facing down, with the top pressure plate 2 on the horizontal section of the inverted U-bolt 1, and the bottom pad 3 and fixing nut 4 on the open end of the inverted U-bolt 1. Fit the device onto purlin 5 according to the calculated quantity. After the support structure is installed, place the photovoltaic module 6 on purlin 5 according to the layout diagram. Slide the fixing device to the inner edge of the photovoltaic module 6, press one side of the top pressure plate 2 into the groove of the photovoltaic module 6, and then tighten the bottom fixing nut 4 to secure the photovoltaic module 6. Each photovoltaic module 6 can be securely fixed using four mounting structures.

[0046] The following table compares the device of this invention with traditional fixing devices:

[0047]

[0048] The specific implementation steps of this utility model are as follows:

[0049] Step 1: Process 8mm diameter hot-dip galvanized round steel and bend it into an inverted U-shaped bolt 1:

[0050] (1) Cutting: Calculate the cutting length based on the cross-sectional size of purlin 5. Total length = purlin width + 5mm + purlin height + 40mm.

[0051] (2) Threading: After cutting the material, thread it 40mm from both ends of the round steel and install anti-slip hexagonal nuts.

[0052] Step 2: Processing the top pressure plate 2:

[0053] (1) Cutting: Use 3mm thick hot-dip galvanized steel sheet for cutting. Length = purlin width + 30mm (70mm), width 55mm.

[0054] (2) Punch holes. Punch two holes with a diameter of 9mm. The center distance between the holes is 45mm, which is the length of the horizontal section of the inverted U-bolt 1.

[0055] (3) Pressing and folding: Pressing and folding is done using a mold.

[0056] Step 3: Process the bottom pad 3:

[0057] (1) Cut the material using a 3mm thick hot-dip galvanized steel sheet. The length is equal to the purlin width plus 50mm (90mm), and the width is 40mm.

[0058] (2) Punch holes. Punch two holes with a diameter of 9mm. The center distance between the holes is 45mm, which is the length of the horizontal section of the inverted U-bolt 1.

[0059] Step 4: Assemble and install the structure

[0060] (1) First, put the top pressure plate 2 through the inverted U-bolt 1, then put the bottom pad 3 through, and finally screw on the hexagonal anti-slip nut.

[0061] (2) Calculate the number of inverted U-bolts 1 when installing purlin 5. With the opening of the device facing down, slide the top pressure plate 2 to the top horizontal section of the inverted U-bolt 1, and place the bottom pad 3 and fixing nut 4 on the opening end of the inverted U-bolt 1. Put the device on the purlin 5 according to the calculated number for later use.

[0062] (3) After the bracket structure is installed, place the photovoltaic module 6 on the purlin 5 according to the layout diagram, slide the fixing device to the inner edge of the photovoltaic module 6, press one side of the top pressure plate 2 into the groove of the photovoltaic module 6, and then tighten the bottom fixing nut 4 to achieve the function of fixing the photovoltaic module 6. Two installation structures are used on each side of each photovoltaic module 6 to achieve firm fixing.

[0063] The present invention has been described above with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the specific implementation of the present invention is not limited to the above-described manner. Any improvements made using the inventive concept and technical solution of the present invention, or direct application to other situations without modification, are all within the protection scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. A mounting structure of a photovoltaic module, characterized by, Includes an inverted U-bolt (1), a top pressure plate (2), and a bottom pad (3); The top pressure plate (2) includes a horizontal pressure plate (21), a connecting plate (22) is bent vertically upward on one side of the horizontal pressure plate (21), a horizontal fixing plate (23) is bent on one side of the connecting plate (22), and a supporting plate (24) is bent vertically downward on one side of the horizontal fixing plate (23). The connecting plate (22), the horizontal fixing plate (23), and the supporting plate (24) form an n-shaped structure. Two first connecting holes (25) are opened on the horizontal fixing plate (23). Two second connecting holes (31) are provided on the bottom pad (3); The two uprights of the inverted U-bolt (1) are provided with connecting threads (11) and a fixing nut (4) is screwed onto the connecting threads (11); The top pressure plate (2) and the bottom pad (3) are installed at the upper and lower ends of the purlin (5). The two uprights of the inverted U-bolt (1) pass through the first connecting hole (25) and the second connecting hole (31) in sequence and are locked with the fixing nut (4). The photovoltaic module (6) is snapped between the horizontal pressure plates (21) of the two top pressure plates (2).

2. A mounting structure for a photovoltaic module according to claim 1, wherein The diameter of the inverted U-bolt (1) is 8mm. The length of the horizontal section of the inverted U-bolt (1) is the width of the purlin (5) + 5mm. The height of the vertical section of the inverted U-bolt (1) is the height of the purlin (5) + 40mm.

3. A mounting structure for a photovoltaic module according to claim 2, wherein The height of the connecting thread (11) is 40mm.

4. A mounting structure for a photovoltaic module according to claim 3, wherein The thickness of the top pressure plate (2) is 3mm, the length of the top pressure plate (2) is the width of the purlin (5) + 50mm, and the width of the top pressure plate (2) is 55mm.

5. A mounting structure for a photovoltaic module according to claim 4, wherein The thickness of the bottom pad (3) is 3mm, the length of the bottom pad (3) is the width of the purlin (5) + 50mm, and the width of the bottom pad (3) is 40mm.

6. A mounting structure for a photovoltaic module according to claim 5, wherein The diameters of the first connecting hole (25) and the second connecting hole (31) are 9 mm. The center distance between the two first connecting holes (25) is the length of the horizontal section of the inverted U-bolt (1), and the center distance between the two second connecting holes (31) is the length of the horizontal section of the inverted U-bolt (1).