Photovoltaic panel support

Abstract

The utility model discloses a photovoltaic panel support relates to solar energy equipment technical field, wherein, photovoltaic panel support includes first support and second support, and the front end of first support is rotatively connected with the upper end of photovoltaic panel, and the rear end of first support is equipped with fastening assembly, and second support includes rotatively connected main support pole and adjusting support pole, and the one end of main support pole away from adjusting support pole is connected with the lower end of photovoltaic panel, and a plurality of adjusting structures are equipped on adjusting support pole, and adjusting structure is arranged at intervals along the extension direction of adjusting support pole, and fastening assembly can be connected with adjusting structure, and the utility model provides technical scheme to provide a photovoltaic panel support that is convenient to carry and is convenient to adjust support angle.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of solar energy equipment technology, and in particular to a photovoltaic panel support. Background Technology

[0002] Traditional fixed photovoltaic panel brackets are bulky and difficult to carry. In addition, they generally use screws, nails or expansion bolts for fixing. This fixing method is not only cumbersome to operate, but also makes it difficult to adjust the tilt angle of the photovoltaic panel after fixing the angle. Special tools are often required to remove and re-fix the brackets to adjust the support angle of the solar panel, making it extremely inconvenient to use. Utility Model Content

[0003] The main purpose of this utility model is to provide a photovoltaic panel support that is easy to carry and allows for easy adjustment of the support angle.

[0004] To achieve the above objectives, the photovoltaic panel support proposed in this utility model includes:

[0005] The first bracket has its front end rotatably connected to the upper end of the photovoltaic panel, and its rear end is provided with a fastening component.

[0006] The second support includes a main support rod and an adjusting support rod that are rotatably connected. The end of the main support rod away from the adjusting support rod is connected to the lower end of the photovoltaic panel. The adjusting support rod is provided with a plurality of adjusting structures, which are arranged at intervals along the extension direction of the adjusting support rod. The fastening assembly can be connected to the adjusting structures.

[0007] The photovoltaic panel bracket has a supported state and a retracted state. In the supported state, the main support rod and the adjusting support rod are positioned away from the photovoltaic panel and both abut against the placement surface. The fastening assembly is connected to one of the multiple adjusting structures. In the retracted state, the first bracket, the main support rod, and the adjusting support rod are stacked sequentially on the back of the photovoltaic panel.

[0008] In one embodiment, the fastening assembly includes a cylindrical pin, and the adjustment structure includes a snap-in notch extending along the thickness direction of the second bracket and an elongated hole communicating with the snap-in notch. The elongated hole is located on the side of the snap-in notch away from the photovoltaic panel. In the supported state, the snap-in notch opens upward, and the cylindrical pin abuts against the end of the elongated hole away from the photovoltaic panel.

[0009] In one embodiment, the fastening assembly further includes a windproof hook and loop fastener. The front end of the windproof hook and loop fastener is provided with a rotating part and an abutting part. The rotating part is rotatably connected to the cylindrical pin. The fastening assembly also includes a windproof notch. The windproof notch is located on the side of the snap-in notch away from the photovoltaic panel. In the supported state, the abutting part rotates to the windproof notch and abuts against the windproof notch.

[0010] In one embodiment, the first support rod is further provided with a first finger hole, which is located on the side of the cylindrical pin near the photovoltaic panel. In the stored state, the rear end of the windproof buckle covers part of the first finger hole.

[0011] In one embodiment, in the stowed state, the adjusting support rod, the main support rod, and the first bracket are stacked sequentially in a direction away from the photovoltaic panel.

[0012] In one embodiment, the main support rod has a locking structure at one end near the photovoltaic panel, and in the retracted state, the fastening component is connected to the locking structure.

[0013] In one embodiment, the locking structure includes a locking notch and a second finger hole located on the side of the locking notch near the photovoltaic panel. The second finger hole is connected to the locking notch. In the retracted state, the opening of the locking notch is facing upward, and the fastening component extends into and abuts against the locking notch.

[0014] In one embodiment, the main support rod has a plurality of adjustment structures at one end near the adjusting support rod, and the plurality of adjustment structures are spaced apart along the extension direction of the main support rod.

[0015] In one embodiment, bolt fixing holes are provided at the end of the adjusting support rod away from the photovoltaic panel and at the end of the main support rod near the photovoltaic panel, and bolts can pass through the bolt fixing holes to connect with the placement surface.

[0016] In one embodiment, the first bracket is hinged to the photovoltaic panel via a hinged column.

[0017] In one embodiment, the second bracket is hinged to the photovoltaic panel via a hinge structure, the hinge structure including a hinge and two hinge posts respectively hinged to opposite ends of the hinge, one hinge post connecting to the photovoltaic panel and the other hinge post connecting to the second bracket.

[0018] The technical solution of this utility model involves setting up a first bracket and a second bracket that are rotatably connected to the photovoltaic panel. This allows the first and second brackets to be close to the back of the photovoltaic panel when stored, reducing the storage volume of the photovoltaic panel support and facilitating portability. In use, the main support rod and the adjusting support rod are rotated from the back of the photovoltaic panel until they are flush with the placement surface. Then, the first bracket is rotated by a preset angle so that the fastening assembly can connect with the adjusting structure. This creates a supporting triangular structure between the first bracket, the second bracket, and the photovoltaic panel, providing stable support for the photovoltaic panel. When it is necessary to adjust the support angle of the photovoltaic panel, the fastening assembly is removed from the connected adjusting structure and connected to another adjusting structure. The steps are simple, allowing users to quickly and easily complete the support and angle adjustment of the photovoltaic panel. Attached Figure Description

[0019] 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 only some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on the structures shown in these drawings without creative effort.

[0020] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the structure of a photovoltaic panel support provided by this utility model in the supported state;

[0021] Figure 2 for Figure 1 The diagram shown illustrates the structure of the embodiment when it changes from a supported state to a stowed state.

[0022] Figure 3 for Figure 1 The illustrated embodiment is a structural diagram of the stored state;

[0023] Figure 4 for Figure 3 A magnified view of a section at point A in the middle;

[0024] Figure 5 for Figure 1 A partial cross-sectional view of the adjustable support frame and the first bracket in the supported state in the embodiment shown.

[0025] Figure 6 for Figure 1 The exploded view of the first and second supports in the stowed state of the embodiment shown;

[0026] Figure 7 for Figure 6 A magnified view of a section at point B.

[0027] Explanation of icon numbers:

[0028] 100. First bracket; 11. Fastening assembly; 111. Cylindrical pin; 112. Windproof hook and loop fastener; 113. Rotating part; 114. Abutting part; 12. First finger hole;

[0029] 200. Second bracket; 21. Main support rod; 211. Fastening structure; 212. Fastening notch; 213. Second finger hole; 22. Adjusting support rod; 221. Adjusting structure; 222. Snap-in notch; 223. Long strip hole; 224. Round hole; 225. Windproof notch; 23. Bolt fixing hole;

[0030] 300. Photovoltaic panels.

[0031] The realization of the purpose, functional features and advantages of this utility model will be further explained in conjunction with the embodiments and with reference to the accompanying drawings. Detailed Implementation

[0032] 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 scope of protection of the present utility model.

[0033] It should be noted that if the embodiments of this utility model involve directional indicators (such as up, down, left, right, front, back, etc.), the directional indicators are only used to explain the relative positional relationship and movement of the components in a specific posture. If the specific posture changes, the directional indicators will also change accordingly.

[0034] Furthermore, if the embodiments of this utility model involve descriptions such as "first" or "second," these descriptions are for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying their relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated. Therefore, a feature defined with "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include at least one of those features. Additionally, the use of "and / or" or "and / or" throughout the text includes three parallel solutions. For example, "A and / or B" includes solution A, solution B, or a solution where both A and B are satisfied simultaneously. Furthermore, the technical solutions of the various embodiments can be combined with each other, but this must be based on the ability of those skilled in the art to implement them. When the combination of technical solutions is contradictory or impossible to implement, it should be considered that such a combination of technical solutions does not exist and is not within the scope of protection claimed by this utility model.

[0035] This utility model proposes a photovoltaic panel bracket.

[0036] Please see Figures 1 to 7 In one embodiment of this utility model, the photovoltaic panel support includes:

[0037] The first support 100 has its front end rotatably connected to the upper end of the photovoltaic panel 300, and its rear end is provided with a fastening component 11.

[0038] The second support 200 includes a main support rod 21 and an adjusting support rod 22 that are rotatably connected. The end of the main support rod 21 away from the adjusting support rod 22 is connected to the lower end of the photovoltaic panel 300. The adjusting support rod 22 is provided with a plurality of adjusting structures 221. The adjusting structures 221 are arranged at intervals along the extension direction of the adjusting support rod. The fastening assembly 11 can be connected to the adjusting structure 221.

[0039] The photovoltaic panel support has a supported state and a retracted state. In the supported state, the main support rod 21 and the adjusting support rod 22 are set away from the photovoltaic panel 300 and are both in contact with the placement surface. The fastening component 11 is connected to one of the multiple adjusting structures 221. In the retracted state, the first support 100, the main support rod 21 and the adjusting support rod 22 are stacked sequentially on the back of the photovoltaic panel 300.

[0040] The technical solution of this utility model involves setting up a first bracket 100 and a second bracket 200 rotatably connected to the photovoltaic panel 300. This allows the first bracket 100 and the second bracket 200 to be close to the back of the photovoltaic panel 300 during storage, reducing the storage volume of the photovoltaic panel support and facilitating portability. In use, the main support rod 21 and the adjusting support rod 22 are rotated from the back of the photovoltaic panel 300 until they are in contact with the placement surface. Then, the first bracket 100 is rotated by a preset angle so that the fastening component 11 can be connected to the adjusting structure 221. This creates a supporting triangular structure between the first bracket 100, the second bracket 200, and the photovoltaic panel 300, providing stable support for the photovoltaic panel 300. When it is necessary to adjust the support angle of the photovoltaic panel 300, the fastening component 11 is removed from the connected adjusting structure 221 and connected to another adjusting structure 221. The steps are simple and allow users to quickly and easily complete the support and angle adjustment of the photovoltaic panel 300.

[0041] In one embodiment, the fastening assembly 11 includes a cylindrical pin 111, and the adjusting structure 221 includes a snap-in notch 222 extending along the thickness direction of the second bracket 200 and an elongated hole 223 communicating with the snap-in notch 222. The elongated hole 223 is located on the side of the snap-in notch 222 away from the photovoltaic panel 300. In the supported state, the snap-in notch 222 opens upward, and the cylindrical pin 111 abuts against the end of the elongated hole 223 away from the photovoltaic panel 300. In the supported state, the cylindrical pin 111 abuts against the end of the elongated hole 223 away from the photovoltaic panel 300. This abutment method can effectively fix the position of the first bracket 100 and the second bracket 200. Moreover, this design makes the installation process relatively simple. When installing the photovoltaic panel bracket, simply align the cylindrical pin 111 with the snap-in notch 222 and push the cylindrical pin 111 along the extension direction of the elongated hole 223 to complete the installation. Under the influence of gravity, the cylindrical pin 111 will remain more stably at the end of the elongated hole 223 away from the photovoltaic panel 300, thus ensuring the structural stability of the entire photovoltaic panel support in its supported state. The elongated hole 223 can prevent the cylindrical pin 111 from coming out of the self-adjusting structure 221 due to the shaking of the photovoltaic panel support. The upward-opening snap-in notch 222 makes it easy for operators to insert the cylindrical pin 111 from above, eliminating the need for complicated alignment operations. Compared to other designs that may require fasteners to be inserted from the side or below, this reduces installation time and difficulty.

[0042] Furthermore, the two ends of the elongated hole 223 are provided with circular holes 224 that communicate with the elongated hole 223. The diameter of the circular holes 224 is larger than the width of the elongated hole 223. The circular hole 224 at the end of the elongated hole 223 near the photovoltaic panel 300 is also connected to the insertion notch 222. That is, when the cylindrical pin 111 is inserted into the notch 222, the circular hole 224 at the end of the elongated hole 223 near the photovoltaic panel 300 provides a large range of motion for the cylindrical pin 111, ensuring that the cylindrical pin 111 is fully inserted into the notch 222. When the cylindrical pin 111 slides along the extension direction of the elongated hole 223 to abut against the end of the elongated hole 223 away from the photovoltaic panel 300, the circular hole 224 at this point can further restrict the cylindrical pin 111, preventing it from easily sliding into the elongated hole 223 due to shaking or other factors without human intervention. This further prevents the cylindrical pin 111 from disengaging from the adjustment structure 221 without human intervention, thereby enhancing the stability of the photovoltaic panel 300 support. In other embodiments, the circular hole 224 may not be provided.

[0043] In one embodiment, the fastening assembly 11 further includes a windproof latch 112. The front end of the windproof latch 112 is provided with a rotating part 113 and an abutting part 114. The rotating part 113 is rotatably connected to the cylindrical pin 111. The fastening assembly 11 also includes a windproof notch 225, which is located on the side of the latch notch 222 away from the photovoltaic panel 300. In the supported state, the abutting part 114 rotates to the windproof notch 225 and abuts against it. The cooperation between the windproof latch 112 and the windproof notch 225 provides additional wind resistance for the entire structure in the supported state of the photovoltaic panel bracket. When the wind blows the photovoltaic panel 300, the abutting part 114 abuts against the windproof notch 225, which can effectively prevent the first bracket 100 from detaching from the second bracket 200 under wind interference. Specifically, in the supported state, the abutment portion 114 of the windproof latch 112 abuts against the windproof notch 225, further restricting the position of the first bracket 100 and the adjusting support rod 22. This complements the cooperation of the cylindrical pin 111 and the elongated hole 223. The cylindrical pin 111 primarily fixes the position of the support rod under normal conditions, while the windproof latch 112 provides additional constraint when the external environment changes (such as wind). This dual constraint mechanism makes the structure of the photovoltaic panel bracket more stable, reduces the possibility of loosening due to external interference, and ensures the stability and reliability of the photovoltaic panel 300 during long-term use. Furthermore, the front end of the windproof latch 112 has a rotating part 113, which is rotatably connected to the cylindrical pin 111, making the installation and adjustment process more convenient. When installing the photovoltaic panel bracket, the user can first insert the cylindrical pin 111 into the notch 222 and the elongated hole 223, and then rotate the windproof latch 112 so that its abutting part 114 accurately enters and abuts against the windproof notch 225. This rotatable connection method does not require complicated tools or cumbersome steps, improving installation efficiency. When it is necessary to adjust the bracket angle or store the bracket, the constraint of the windproof latch 112 can also be released by a simple rotation operation, which is convenient and quick. In other embodiments, the windproof latch 112 may not be provided.

[0044] In one embodiment, the first support rod is further provided with a first finger hole 12, which is located on the side of the cylindrical pin 111 near the photovoltaic panel 300. In the retracted state, the rear end of the windproof hook and loop fastener 112 partially covers the first finger hole 12. When installing the photovoltaic panel bracket, the rear end of the windproof hook and loop fastener 112 is in contact with the surface of the first bracket 100, allowing the operator's fingers to pass through the first finger hole 12 for easy rotation of the windproof hook and loop fastener 112, improving the efficiency of installation and disassembly. The operation is simple and convenient, and the subsequent unfolding operation will not be affected by mutual obstruction in the retracted state. In other embodiments, the first finger hole 12 may not be provided, and friction structures or finger grooves may be provided on opposite sides of the rear end of the windproof hook and loop fastener 112 to facilitate pinching the rear end of the windproof hook and loop fastener 112 with fingers.

[0045] In one embodiment, in the retracted state, the adjusting support rod 22, the main support rod 21, and the first bracket 100 are sequentially stacked in a direction away from the photovoltaic panel 300. Further, the adjusting support rod 22, the main support rod 21, and the first bracket 100 are all configured as rod-shaped structures with a U-shaped cross-section, and the widths of the adjusting support rod 22, the main support rod 21, and the first bracket 100 gradually increase. When the adjusting support rod 22, the main support rod 21, and the first bracket 100 are sequentially stacked in a direction away from the photovoltaic panel 300, it is understood that the adjusting support rod 22 is housed in the cavity formed between the main support rod 21 and the back surface of the photovoltaic panel 300, and the main support rod 21 is housed in the cavity formed between the first bracket 100 and the back surface of the photovoltaic panel 300.

[0046] In one embodiment, the main support rod 21 has a locking structure 211 at one end near the photovoltaic panel 300. In the retracted state, the fastening assembly 11 is connected to the locking structure 211. This is to prevent the first bracket 100 from detaching from the main support frame due to vibration or other reasons, thus preventing damage to the retracted state of the photovoltaic panel bracket. In other embodiments, the first bracket 100 and the second bracket 200 can also be secured in the retracted state by binding with ropes.

[0047] In one embodiment, the locking structure 211 includes a locking notch 212 and a second finger hole 213 located on the side of the locking notch 212 near the photovoltaic panel 300. The second finger hole 213 communicates with the locking notch 212. In the retracted state, the opening of the locking notch 212 faces upward, and the fastening component 11 extends into and abuts against the locking notch 212. The upward-facing opening of the locking notch 212 and the fastening component 11 extending into and abutting against it make the connection tighter and more reliable, effectively preventing the fastening component 11 from easily loosening due to external force, ensuring that all components of the bracket remain tightly fitted in the retracted state, and enhancing overall stability. When the user changes the photovoltaic bracket from its stowed state to its supported state, they insert their fingers or tools into the second finger hole 213, which abuts against the cylindrical pin 111 in the locking notch 212 to disengage the fastening component 11 from the locking notch 212. This facilitates quick disassembly of the fastening component 11 from the locking structure 211, improving operational efficiency and saving time. In other embodiments, the locking structure 211 can also be other structures.

[0048] In one embodiment, the main support rod 21 has a plurality of adjustment structures 221 at one end near the adjusting support rod 22, and the plurality of adjustment structures 221 are spaced apart along the extension direction of the main support rod 21. That is, the adjustment range of the tilt angle of the photovoltaic panel 300° is expanded. In other embodiments, the adjustment structures 221 may only be provided on the adjusting support rod 22.

[0049] In one embodiment, at least one bolt fixing hole 23 is provided at the end of the adjusting support rod 22 away from the photovoltaic panel 300 and at the end of the main support rod 21 near the photovoltaic panel 300. The bolt can pass through the bolt fixing hole 23 and connect to the placement surface to fix the bracket to the placement surface. In other embodiments, the bolt fixing hole 23 may not be provided.

[0050] In one embodiment, the first support 100 is hinged to the photovoltaic panel 300 via hinged posts, and the second support 200 is hinged to the photovoltaic panel 300 via a hinge structure. The hinge structure includes a hinge and two hinged posts respectively hinged to opposite ends of the hinge. One hinged post connects to the photovoltaic panel 300, and the other hinged post connects to the second support 200. This allows the second support 200 to be placed more stably on the placement surface. In other embodiments, both the first support 100 and the second support 200 may be directly hinged to the photovoltaic panel 300 via hinged posts.

[0051] The above description is merely an exemplary embodiment of the present utility model and does not limit the scope of protection of the present utility model. Any equivalent structural transformations made based on the technical concept of the present utility model and the contents of the present utility model specification and drawings, or direct / indirect applications in other related technical fields, are included within the scope of protection of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A photovoltaic panel support for a photovoltaic panel, characterized in that, include: The first bracket has its front end rotatably connected to the upper end of the photovoltaic panel, and its rear end is provided with a fastening component. The second bracket includes a main support rod and an adjusting support rod that are rotatably connected. The end of the main support rod away from the adjusting support rod is connected to the lower end of the photovoltaic panel. The adjusting support rod is provided with a plurality of adjusting structures, which are arranged at intervals along the extension direction of the adjusting support rod. The fastening assembly can be connected to the adjusting structures. The photovoltaic panel bracket has a supported state and a retracted state. In the supported state, the main support rod and the adjusting support rod are positioned away from the photovoltaic panel and both abut against the placement surface. The fastening assembly is connected to one of the multiple adjusting structures. In the retracted state, the first bracket, the main support rod, and the adjusting support rod are stacked sequentially on the back of the photovoltaic panel.

2. The photovoltaic panel support of claim 1, wherein, The fastening assembly includes a cylindrical pin, and the adjustment structure includes a snap-in notch extending along the thickness direction of the second bracket and an elongated hole communicating with the snap-in notch. The elongated hole is located on the side of the snap-in notch away from the photovoltaic panel. In the supported state, the snap-in notch opens upward, and the cylindrical pin abuts against the end of the elongated hole away from the photovoltaic panel.

3. The photovoltaic panel support of claim 2, wherein, The fastening assembly also includes a windproof buckle, the front end of which is provided with a rotating part and an abutting part. The rotating part is rotatably connected to the cylindrical pin. The fastening assembly also includes a windproof notch, which is located on the side of the snap-in notch away from the photovoltaic panel. In the supported state, the abutting part rotates to the windproof notch and abuts against the windproof notch.

4. The photovoltaic panel support of claim 3, wherein, The first bracket is also provided with a first finger hole, which is located on the side of the cylindrical pin near the photovoltaic panel. In the stored state, the rear end of the windproof buckle covers part of the first finger hole.

5. The photovoltaic panel support of claim 1, wherein, In the stored state, the adjusting support rod, the main support rod, and the first bracket are stacked sequentially in a direction away from the photovoltaic panel.

6. The photovoltaic panel support of claim 5, wherein, The main support rod has a locking structure at one end near the photovoltaic panel. In the retracted state, the fastening component is connected to the locking structure.

7. The photovoltaic panel support of claim 6, wherein, The locking structure includes a locking notch and a second finger hole located on the side of the locking notch near the photovoltaic panel. The second finger hole is connected to the locking notch. In the retracted state, the opening of the locking notch is facing upward, and the fastening component extends into and abuts against the locking notch.

8. The photovoltaic panel support of claim 1, wherein, The main support rod is provided with a plurality of adjustment structures at one end near the adjustment support rod, and the plurality of adjustment structures are spaced apart along the extension direction of the main support rod.

9. The photovoltaic panel support of claim 1, wherein, The adjusting support rod is provided with bolt fixing holes at the end away from the photovoltaic panel and at the end of the main support rod near the photovoltaic panel, and bolts can pass through the bolt fixing holes to connect with the placement surface.

10. The photovoltaic panel support of claim 1, wherein, The first bracket is hinged to the photovoltaic panel via a hinged column; And / or, the second support is hinged with the photovoltaic panel through a hinge structure, the hinge structure comprising a hinge and two hinge columns hinged with opposite ends of the hinge respectively, one of the hinge columns being connected with the photovoltaic panel and the other being connected with the second support.

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