Small-sized photovoltaic module quick connection structure
By designing a quick-connect structure for small-sized photovoltaic modules, and using connecting blocks and hinges to achieve the flipping and folding of photovoltaic modules, the problem of carrying and storing large-sized photovoltaic modules that are not suitable for outdoor applications is solved, achieving rapid installation and convenient storage.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- EGING PHOTOVOLTAIC TECHNOLOGY CO LTD
- Filing Date
- 2025-07-09
- Publication Date
- 2026-07-03
AI Technical Summary
Existing technologies make large-scale photovoltaic modules unsuitable for temporary outdoor applications, while small-sized photovoltaic modules are inconvenient to carry and store.
Design a quick connection structure for small-sized photovoltaic modules. The photovoltaic modules can be flipped and folded through connecting blocks and hinges. The modules are connected by a slot structure of U-shaped parts and adapter plates. The hinges can be rotated in different positions to achieve quick installation and removal of the modules.
It enables rapid installation and convenient storage of small-sized photovoltaic modules, solving the problem of inconvenience in carrying them, and is suitable for temporary outdoor applications.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of photovoltaic cell technology, and in particular to a quick connection structure for small-sized photovoltaic modules. Background Technology
[0002] Currently, with the continuous development of photovoltaic cells, the size and specifications of photovoltaic modules are getting larger and larger in order to maximize the power of the whole panel and the space for loading and transportation.
[0003] However, for some temporary outdoor applications, such as outdoor adventures and camping, where solar energy is needed to supplement power, conventional large-sized photovoltaic modules are not suitable to carry. Therefore, different numbers of small-sized photovoltaic modules are adapted to meet the appropriate power requirements.
[0004] To meet the requirements for electricity use, multiple small-sized photovoltaic modules need to be connected in an array. Therefore, the structure needs to consider how to make these small-sized photovoltaic modules easy to carry and store after they are connected. Summary of the Invention
[0005] The technical problem to be solved by this utility model is: in order to overcome the shortcomings of the prior art, this utility model provides a quick connection structure for small-sized photovoltaic modules that is easy to carry and store.
[0006] The technical solution adopted by this utility model to solve its technical problem is: a quick connection structure for small-sized photovoltaic modules, which has connecting blocks that are used in pairs between adjacent photovoltaic modules on the left and right or up and down. A hinge is installed between the connecting blocks. The connecting block includes a U-shaped part and an adapter plate fixed to the bottom surface of the U-shaped part. The side of the photovoltaic module is locked in the slot of the U-shaped part. The hinge is fixed between the adapter plates. Adjacent photovoltaic modules on the left and right or up and down can be flipped and folded together by the hinge.
[0007] Specifically, the U-shaped component includes a short side plate, a long side plate, and a bottom plate. The short side plate and the long side plate are arranged in parallel, and the bottom plate is fixed to the bottom of the short side plate and the long side plate. The side of the photovoltaic module is inserted into the slot formed by the short side plate, the long side plate, and the bottom plate.
[0008] Furthermore, when the rotation center of the hinge is located at the top, the short side plate is bonded and fixed to the upper side of the photovoltaic module, and the long side plate is bonded and fixed to the lower side of the photovoltaic module; when the rotation center of the hinge is located at the bottom, the short side plate is bonded and fixed to the lower side of the photovoltaic module, and the long side plate is bonded and fixed to the upper side of the photovoltaic module.
[0009] Furthermore, the adapter plate is parallel to the base plate of the U-shaped component, and a connecting plate is fixedly connected between the upper end of the base plate and the upper end of the adapter plate.
[0010] Furthermore, threaded holes for fixing hinges are respectively provided at both ends of the adapter plate.
[0011] Furthermore, the base plate protrudes from the outer side of the short side plate.
[0012] The beneficial effects of this utility model are: This utility model uses paired connecting blocks to fix adjacent photovoltaic modules on the left and right or top and bottom, and with the help of hinges, it can quickly install and store photovoltaic modules, and can store and store them in a small space, solving the problem of inconvenience in carrying multiple small-sized photovoltaic modules. Attached Figure Description
[0013] The present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments.
[0014] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the front side of the connecting block described in this utility model.
[0015] Figure 2 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the connecting block from the rear side of the present invention.
[0016] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the connection structure of the four photovoltaic modules of this utility model.
[0017] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the connection structure of the six photovoltaic modules of this utility model.
[0018] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the connecting block of this utility model installed in the forward direction.
[0019] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the reverse installation of the connecting block described in this utility model.
[0020] In the diagram: 1. Photovoltaic module, 2. Connecting block, 20. U-shaped part, 201. Slot, 202. Short side plate, 203. Long side plate, 204. Base plate, 21. Adapter plate, 210. Threaded hole, 22. Connecting plate, 3. Hinge. Detailed Implementation
[0021] The present invention will now be described in further detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. These drawings are simplified schematic diagrams, illustrating only the basic structure of the present invention, and therefore only show the components relevant to the present invention.
[0022] like Figure 1 , Figure 2The diagram shows a quick connection structure for small-sized photovoltaic modules, which has connecting blocks 2 used in pairs between adjacent photovoltaic modules 1 on the left and right or top and bottom. The connecting block 2 includes a U-shaped component 20, an adapter plate 21, and a connecting plate 22. The U-shaped component 20 includes a short side plate 202, a long side plate 203, and a bottom plate 204. The short side plate 202 and the long side plate 203 are arranged in parallel. The bottom plate 204 is fixed to the bottom of the short side plate 202 and the long side plate 203, and the bottom plate 204 protrudes from the outer side of the short side plate 202 to form a stepped surface. The short side plate 202, the long side plate 203, and the bottom plate 204 form a slot 201 structure.
[0023] The adapter plate 21 and the base plate 204 of the U-shaped part 20 are arranged in parallel. The connecting plate 22 is fixed between the upper end of the base plate 204 and the upper end of the adapter plate 21. A hinge 3 is provided between the adapter plates 21. Threaded holes 210 for fixing the hinge 3 are respectively opened at both ends of the adapter plate 21.
[0024] The side of the photovoltaic module 1 is fitted into the slot 201 of the U-shaped part 20, forming a mortise and tenon structure connection. The left and right or top and bottom adjacent photovoltaic modules 1 can be flipped and folded through the hinge 3.
[0025] See Figure 5 , Figure 6 As shown, when the rotation center of hinge 3 is located at the top, the short side plate 202 is bonded and fixed to the upper side of photovoltaic module 1, and the long side plate 203 is bonded and fixed to the lower side of photovoltaic module 1. At this time, the connecting block 2 forms a forward installation state. When the rotation center of hinge 3 is located at the bottom, the short side plate 202 is bonded and fixed to the lower side of photovoltaic module 1, and the long side plate 203 is bonded and fixed to the upper side of photovoltaic module 1. At this time, the connecting block 2 forms a reverse installation state.
[0026] Figure 3 This is a structural diagram connecting four photovoltaic modules 1. For ease of description, the four photovoltaic modules 1 are represented by A, B, C, and D respectively. The connecting block 2 between module A and module B is installed facing forward, with the rotation center of the hinge 3 located at the top; the connecting block 2 between module B and module C is installed in reverse, with the rotation center of the hinge 3 located at the bottom; the connecting block 2 between module C and module D is installed facing forward, with the rotation center of the hinge 3 located at the top. When folding and storing, first fold module A upwards onto the top surface of module B, then fold the folded modules A and B downwards onto the bottom surface of module C, and finally fold the folded modules A, B, and C upwards onto the top surface of module D.
[0027] Figure 4This is a structural diagram of six photovoltaic modules 1 connected together. For ease of description, the six photovoltaic modules 1 are represented by abcdefg. The connecting block 2 between module a and module b is installed facing forward, with the rotation center of hinge 3 located at the top. The connecting block 2 between module b and module c is installed in reverse, with the rotation center of hinge 3 located at the bottom. The connecting block 2 between module c and module d is installed facing forward, with the rotation center of hinge 3 located at the top. The connecting block 2 between module d and module e is installed in reverse, with the rotation center of hinge 3 located at the bottom. The connecting block 2 between module e and module f is installed facing forward, with the rotation center of hinge 3 located at the top. When folding for storage, the modules are folded sequentially from a to f: upward-downward-upward-downward-upward.
[0028] The above operation enables quick installation and storage of small-sized photovoltaic modules 1, which can be stored in a small space, solving the current problems of crystalline silicon modules being difficult to carry and inconvenient to use.
[0029] In addition, if the photovoltaic module 1 is rectangular, when connecting, since the long frame part of the module is relatively long, two pairs of smaller connecting blocks 2 can be used for connection. When connecting the short frame of the module, a single pair of larger connecting blocks 2 can be used for connection.
[0030] Based on the above-described preferred embodiments of this utility model, and through the foregoing description, those skilled in the art can make various changes and modifications without departing from the technical concept of this utility model. The technical scope of this utility model is not limited to the contents of the specification, but must be determined according to the scope of the claims.
Claims
1. A small size photovoltaic module quick connection structure, characterized by: It has connecting blocks (2) for use in pairs between adjacent photovoltaic modules (1) on the left and right or up and down. A hinge (3) is installed between the connecting blocks (2). The connecting block (2) includes a U-shaped part (20) and an adapter plate (21) fixed to the bottom surface of the U-shaped part (20). The side of the photovoltaic module (1) is inserted into the slot (201) of the U-shaped part (20). The hinge (3) is fixed between the adapter plates (21). The photovoltaic modules (1) on the left and right or up and down are flipped and folded together by the hinge (3).
2. The small-size photovoltaic module quick connection structure according to claim 1, characterized by: The U-shaped component (20) includes a short side plate (202), a long side plate (203), and a bottom plate (204). The short side plate (202) and the long side plate (203) are arranged in parallel. The bottom plate (204) is fixed to the bottom of the short side plate (202) and the long side plate (203). The side of the photovoltaic module (1) is inserted into the slot (201) formed by the short side plate (202), the long side plate (203), and the bottom plate (204).
3. The small-size photovoltaic module quick connection structure according to claim 2, characterized by: When the rotation center of the hinge (3) is located at the top, the short side plate (202) is bonded and fixed to the upper side of the photovoltaic module (1), and the long side plate (203) is bonded and fixed to the lower side of the photovoltaic module (1); when the rotation center of the hinge (3) is located at the bottom, the short side plate (202) is bonded and fixed to the lower side of the photovoltaic module (1), and the long side plate (203) is bonded and fixed to the upper side of the photovoltaic module (1).
4. The small-size photovoltaic module fast connection structure as described in claim 3, characterized in that: The adapter plate (21) is parallel to the base plate (204) of the U-shaped part (20), and a connecting plate (22) is fixed between the upper end of the base plate (204) and the upper end of the adapter plate (21).
5. The small-size photovoltaic module quick connection structure according to claim 4, characterized by: The adapter plate (21) has threaded holes (210) at both ends for fixing the hinge (3).
6. The small-size photovoltaic module quick connection structure according to claim 5, characterized by: The base plate (204) protrudes from the outer side of the short side plate (202).