A frame profile for a photovoltaic panel
The photovoltaic panel frame profile, which is integrally formed by cold bending of steel, solves the problems of easy aging and insufficient strength of existing materials, and realizes high-strength, low-noise, and low-cost photovoltaic panel installation, while improving the sealing performance and aesthetics of the encapsulating adhesive.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202520497196.3
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2025-03-20
- Publication Date
- 2026-08-25
- Estimated Expiration
- 2035-03-20
AI Technical Summary
Existing photovoltaic panel frame materials are prone to aging in outdoor environments, lack sufficient strength, and are noisy and costly to process, making it difficult to meet the installation requirements of large-area, large-size photovoltaic panels.
The frame profile is designed with cold-bent steel in one piece, including a combination structure of multiple horizontal and vertical plates to enhance installation strength, and the sealing and aesthetics of the encapsulation glue are improved through the overflow groove and flange design.
It improves the structural strength of photovoltaic panels, reduces processing noise and costs, enhances the sealing and aesthetics of the encapsulating adhesive, and extends service life.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of frame profile technology, specifically to a frame profile for photovoltaic panels. Background Technology
[0002] A photovoltaic panel frame is a component used to assist in the installation of solar photovoltaic panels. A well-designed frame can better protect the solar panels, increase their overall lifespan, and improve the installation efficiency of the solar panels.
[0003] Most bezels on the market are currently manufactured using extrusion molding of A6061 aluminum alloy or composite fiber materials. However, these two methods also have the following drawbacks:
[0004] Firstly, the frame is made of composite fiber material through extrusion. Since solar panels are mostly used outdoors, the frame is prone to aging due to sun exposure, rain, high and low temperature changes, etc., resulting in a short service life.
[0005] Secondly, aluminum alloy extruded frames are affected by their processing and manufacturing processes. For example, the cutting and trimming of the profiles can produce burrs at the cut edges, resulting in loud cutting noise and the burrs easily cutting installers. Aluminum frames have high manufacturing costs and low yield strength, which limits their application range.
[0006] Both of these methods share a common drawback: the materials used are relatively weak, making it difficult to guarantee the strength of large-area, large-size solar panels. When applied to construction, they can only be assembled manually with high strength.
[0007] Based on the above, this utility model proposes a frame profile for photovoltaic panels, which can effectively solve the above problems. Utility Model Content
[0008] The purpose of this invention is to provide a frame profile for photovoltaic panels. This frame profile for photovoltaic panels has a simple structure and is easy to use. It is integrally formed by cold bending of steel, which improves the structural strength of the photovoltaic panel installation and enhances product quality.
[0009] This utility model is achieved through the following technical solution:
[0010] A frame profile for photovoltaic panels includes a first vertical plate, a first horizontal plate extending to the left from the top of the first vertical plate, a second vertical plate extending upward from the first horizontal plate, a second horizontal plate extending to the right from the top of the second vertical plate, a third horizontal plate extending to the left from the bottom of the first vertical plate, and a first short plate bent upward on the left side of the third horizontal plate. The frame profile is formed by cold bending of steel material into one piece.
[0011] The purpose of this invention is to provide a frame profile for photovoltaic panels. This frame profile for photovoltaic panels has a simple structure and is easy to use. It is integrally formed by cold bending of steel, which improves the structural strength of the photovoltaic panel installation and enhances product quality.
[0012] Preferably, a fourth horizontal plate that bends downward is provided on the right side of the second horizontal plate, and an overflow groove is formed between the fourth horizontal plate, the second vertical plate, and the second horizontal plate.
[0013] Preferably, the right side of the second horizontal plate is provided with a flange, and an overflow groove is formed between the flange, the second vertical plate, and the second horizontal plate.
[0014] Preferably, the bottom of the third horizontal plate is provided with a fifth horizontal plate that contacts the third horizontal plate. The left side of the fifth horizontal plate is fixedly connected to the first short plate, and the right side of the fifth horizontal plate is provided with a second short plate that bends upward and contacts the first vertical plate.
[0015] Preferably, the bottom of the third horizontal plate is provided with a sixth horizontal plate that contacts the third horizontal plate. The left side of the sixth horizontal plate is fixedly connected to the first short plate. The right side of the sixth horizontal plate is provided with a first arc-shaped bend. The middle part of the sixth horizontal plate is provided with an upward bend that contacts the first vertical plate.
[0016] Preferably, the bottom of the third horizontal plate is provided with a seventh horizontal plate that contacts the third horizontal plate, the left side of the seventh horizontal plate is fixedly connected to the first short plate, and the right side of the seventh horizontal plate is provided with a second arc-shaped curved edge.
[0017] Compared with the prior art, this utility model has the following advantages and beneficial effects:
[0018] The frame profile for photovoltaic panels of this invention has a simple structure and is easy to use. It is formed by cold bending of steel material into one piece, which improves the installation structure strength of photovoltaic panels and improves product quality. Attached Figure Description
[0019] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the first embodiment of the present utility model;
[0020] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the second embodiment of the present utility model;
[0021] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the third embodiment of the present utility model;
[0022] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the fourth embodiment of the present utility model;
[0023] Figure 5This is a structural schematic diagram of the fifth embodiment of the present utility model;
[0024] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the sixth embodiment of the present utility model;
[0025] Figure 7 This is a structural schematic diagram of the seventh embodiment of the present utility model;
[0026] Figure 8 This is a structural schematic diagram of the eighth embodiment of the present utility model. Detailed Implementation
[0027] To enable those skilled in the art to better understand the technical solution of this utility model, the preferred embodiments of this utility model are described below in conjunction with specific examples. However, it should be understood that the accompanying drawings are for illustrative purposes only and should not be construed as limiting this patent. For better illustration of this embodiment, some components in the drawings may be omitted, enlarged, or reduced, and do not represent the actual product dimensions. It is understandable that some well-known structures and their descriptions may be omitted in the drawings for those skilled in the art. The positional relationships described in the drawings are for illustrative purposes only and should not be construed as limiting this patent.
[0028] Example 1:
[0029] like Figures 1 to 8 As shown, this utility model provides a frame profile for photovoltaic panels, including a first vertical plate 1, a first horizontal plate 2 extending to the left from the top of the first vertical plate 1, a second vertical plate 3 extending upward from the first horizontal plate 2, a second horizontal plate 4 extending to the right from the top of the second vertical plate 3, a third horizontal plate 5 extending to the left from the bottom of the first vertical plate 1, and a first short plate 6 bent upward on the left side of the third horizontal plate 5. The frame profile is formed by cold bending of steel material in one piece.
[0030] Example 2:
[0031] like Figures 1 to 8 As shown, this utility model provides a frame profile for photovoltaic panels, including a first vertical plate 1, a first horizontal plate 2 extending to the left from the top of the first vertical plate 1, a second vertical plate 3 extending upward from the first horizontal plate 2, a second horizontal plate 4 extending to the right from the top of the second vertical plate 3, a third horizontal plate 5 extending to the left from the bottom of the first vertical plate 1, and a first short plate 6 bent upward on the left side of the third horizontal plate 5. The frame profile is formed by cold bending of steel material in one piece.
[0032] The height of the second vertical plate 3 can be adjusted according to customer needs by adjusting the parameters of the cold bending forming machine and changing the opening size to accommodate photovoltaic panels of different thicknesses.
[0033] A fourth horizontal plate 7 that bends downward is provided on the right side of the second horizontal plate 4, and an overflow groove is formed between the fourth horizontal plate 7, the second vertical plate 3, and the second horizontal plate 4.
[0034] Setting up the fourth horizontal plate 7 can form an overflow groove, which not only serves the function of an overflow groove but also simplifies the molding process and reduces equipment and product material costs.
[0035] Furthermore, in another embodiment, a flange 8 is provided on the right side of the second horizontal plate 4, and an overflow groove is formed between the flange 8, the second vertical plate 3, and the second horizontal plate 4.
[0036] Setting the flange 8 can form an overflow groove. When encapsulating the photovoltaic panel, the excess encapsulation glue is allowed to enter the overflow groove, ensuring that the photovoltaic panel is firmly bonded to the steel frame while preventing the encapsulation glue from leaking out. This achieves a win-win situation of both aesthetic appearance and bonding strength of the photovoltaic panel.
[0037] Furthermore, in another embodiment, the bottom of the third horizontal plate 5 is provided with a fifth horizontal plate 9 that contacts the third horizontal plate 5. The left side of the fifth horizontal plate 9 is fixedly connected to the first short plate 6, and the right side of the fifth horizontal plate 9 is provided with an upwardly bent second short plate 10 that contacts the first vertical plate 1.
[0038] Furthermore, in another embodiment, the bottom of the third horizontal plate 5 is provided with a sixth horizontal plate 11 that contacts the third horizontal plate 5. The left side of the sixth horizontal plate 11 is fixedly connected to the first short plate 6. The right side of the sixth horizontal plate 11 is provided with a first arc-shaped curved edge 12. The middle part of the sixth horizontal plate 11 is provided with an upward bending part 13, and the bending part 13 contacts the first vertical plate 1.
[0039] Furthermore, in another embodiment, the bottom of the third horizontal plate 5 is provided with a seventh horizontal plate 14 that contacts the third horizontal plate 5. The left side of the seventh horizontal plate 14 is fixedly connected to the first short plate 6, and the right side of the seventh horizontal plate 14 is provided with a second arc-shaped curved edge 15.
[0040] The rounded bends give the profile a higher strength on the mounting surface than standard designs, enhancing its bending resistance and overall strength while maintaining aesthetic appeal.
[0041] Based on the description and drawings of this utility model, those skilled in the art can easily manufacture or use the frame profile for photovoltaic panels of this utility model, and can achieve the positive effects described in this utility model.
[0042] Unless otherwise specified, in this utility model, terms such as "length," "width," "upper," "lower," "front," "rear," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "top," "bottom," "inner," "outer," "clockwise," "counterclockwise," "axial," "radial," and "circumferential" indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are used only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, the terms used to describe orientation or positional relationships in this utility model are for illustrative purposes only and should not be construed as limiting this patent. For those skilled in the art, the specific meaning of the above terms can be understood in conjunction with the accompanying drawings and according to the specific circumstances.
[0043] Unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "set up," "connected," and "linked" in this utility model should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal connection of two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model based on the specific circumstances.
[0044] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of the present utility model and is not intended to limit the present utility model in any way. Any simple modifications or equivalent changes made to the above embodiments based on the technical essence of the present utility model shall fall within the protection scope of the present utility model.
Claims
1. A frame profile for photovoltaic panels, characterized in that: It includes a first vertical plate, a first horizontal plate extending to the left from the top of the first vertical plate, a second vertical plate extending upward from the first horizontal plate, a second horizontal plate extending to the right from the top of the second vertical plate, a third horizontal plate extending to the left from the bottom of the first vertical plate, and a first short plate bent upward on the left side of the third horizontal plate. The frame profile is made of steel material cold-formed in one piece. The second horizontal plate has a downward-bent fourth horizontal plate on its right side. An overflow groove is formed between the fourth horizontal plate, the second vertical plate, and the second horizontal plate. The bottom of the third horizontal plate has a fifth horizontal plate that contacts the third horizontal plate. The left side of the fifth horizontal plate is fixedly connected to the first short plate. The right side of the fifth horizontal plate has an upward-bent second short plate that contacts the first vertical plate. Alternatively, the second horizontal plate has a flange on the right side, and an overflow groove is formed between the flange, the second vertical plate, and the second horizontal plate. The bottom of the third horizontal plate has a fifth horizontal plate that contacts the third horizontal plate. The left side of the fifth horizontal plate is fixedly connected to the first short plate. The right side of the fifth horizontal plate has an upwardly bent second short plate that contacts the first vertical plate. Alternatively, a fourth horizontal plate with a downward bend is provided on the right side of the second horizontal plate, and an overflow groove is formed between the fourth horizontal plate, the second vertical plate, and the second horizontal plate. A sixth horizontal plate is provided at the bottom of the third horizontal plate and is in contact with the third horizontal plate. The left side of the sixth horizontal plate is fixedly connected to the first short plate. A first arc-shaped bend is provided on the right side of the sixth horizontal plate. An upward bend is provided in the middle of the sixth horizontal plate, and the bend is in contact with the first vertical plate. Alternatively, the second horizontal plate has a flange on the right side, and an overflow groove is formed between the flange, the second vertical plate, and the second horizontal plate. The bottom of the third horizontal plate has a sixth horizontal plate that contacts the third horizontal plate. The left side of the sixth horizontal plate is fixedly connected to the first short plate. The right side of the sixth horizontal plate has a first arc-shaped bend. The middle of the sixth horizontal plate has an upward bend that contacts the first vertical plate. Alternatively, a fourth horizontal plate that bends downward is provided on the right side of the second horizontal plate, and an overflow groove is formed between the fourth horizontal plate, the second vertical plate, and the second horizontal plate. A seventh horizontal plate that contacts the third horizontal plate is provided at the bottom of the third horizontal plate. The left side of the seventh horizontal plate is fixedly connected to the first short plate, and a second arc-shaped curved edge is provided on the right side of the seventh horizontal plate. Alternatively, the second horizontal plate has a flange on the right side, and an overflow groove is formed between the flange, the second vertical plate, and the second horizontal plate. The bottom of the third horizontal plate has a seventh horizontal plate that contacts the third horizontal plate. The left side of the seventh horizontal plate is fixedly connected to the first short plate, and the right side of the seventh horizontal plate has a second arc-shaped bend.