KR20110058294A - Assembly for PV Module Installation - Google Patents

Abstract

The present invention relates to an assembly for installing a photovoltaic module for easily installing a photovoltaic module. To this end, the present invention is coupled to the plurality of fixing member 110 and the fixing member 110 fixed to the inclined installation surface (A) and the rail member 120 is placed on the photovoltaic module (P) on the top And a clamping member 130 installed to allow sliding movement along the rail member 120 to couple the photovoltaic module P and the rail member 120 to each other.

Photovoltaic, Solar Cells, Assemblies, Rails, Clamping

Description

Assembly for installing photovoltaic module {Assembly For Installing Photovoltaic Power Generation}

The present invention relates to an assembly for installing a photovoltaic module for easily installing a photovoltaic module.

In general, a photovoltaic module is a device that converts light energy into electrical energy using the properties of a semiconductor, and is mainly installed in the form of a plate on a slope such as a roof of a building or a house where solar radiation is high. The direct current (DC) produced by the AC to alternating current (AC) to supply the power required for the home.

However, these photovoltaic modules are often constructed together with the building structure to be integrated with the roof, so it is quite difficult and time-consuming to install the photovoltaic module on the already completed building structure. The installation surface may be damaged. Therefore, when installing a photovoltaic module in an existing building, a problem such as a significant construction cost is generated.

Recently, in order to solve such a problem, researches on the assembly for installing a photovoltaic module for simplifying the installation structure of the photovoltaic module so that the installation work can be performed more easily and conveniently, for example, registered in Korea Utility model No. 359176, "Roof installation structure of a solar panel using a fixing member" is known.

1 and 2, according to the roof installation structure of the solar panel (hereinafter referred to as the "photovoltaic module") using the fixing member, the vertical plate 12 perpendicular to the pedestal 11 A fixing member 10 having a horizontal plate 13 fixed to one side thereof is fixed to the roof by bolts 14 vertically penetrating the pedestal 11, and the horizontal plate 13 has a first steel frame. (21) is placed and fixed by a fixing bolt (15) which is screwed to the side of the vertical plate 12 through the first steel frame (21), the second steel frame on the upper portion of the first steel frame (21) (22) formed at right angles are combined in a lattice shape, the second frame steel frame 22 is mounted to the support frame 31 fixed to the lower portion of the photovoltaic module 30, the photovoltaic module 30 is a roof To be installed in.

The roof installation structure of a conventional photovoltaic module having such a configuration fixes the fixing member 10 on the roof and continuously couples the first and second shaped steel frames 21 and 22 to the fixing member 10. In order to fix the photovoltaic module 30 to the second type steel frames 22, not only can the photovoltaic module 30 be installed on the roof relatively easily, but also by the fixing member 10 without improving the roof. Installation of the photovoltaic module 30 can be completed quickly and simply.

However, the conventional photovoltaic module installation structure as described above can be expected to some extent in that it can reduce the cost and time required for the installation work of the photovoltaic module, but the fixing member and the roof on the first Since many of the heavy weight and high volume supporting members such as the steel frame and the second steel frame follow the structure connected by bolts one by one, it adversely affects the durability of the roof and still requires a lot of cost, manpower and equipment. This does not significantly reduce the cost and time required for installation work.

In particular, in the conventional photovoltaic module installation structure, since the fixing member and the first and second type steel frames are positioned between the roof and the photovoltaic module, excessive gaps occur between the roof and the photovoltaic module, causing damage due to strong winds. And there was a problem that is very vulnerable to safety accidents.

The present invention has been made to solve the above-mentioned problems and drawbacks, the object of the present invention is to provide a solar power module assembly assembly is easy to install a solid solar power module installation.

In addition, an object of the present invention is to provide an assembly for installing a photovoltaic module that can be installed in close contact with the photovoltaic module as close as possible.

In addition, an object of the present invention is to provide an assembly for installing a photovoltaic module that can minimize the weight and volume of the installation structures.

In order to achieve the above object, the present invention is a sliding movement along the rail member and the rail member is coupled to the plurality of fixing member and the fixing member fixed to the inclined installation surface and the photovoltaic module is placed thereon It is provided to be possible to provide a photovoltaic module installation assembly comprising a clamping member to be coupled to each other photovoltaic module rail member.

Here, the fixing member may be provided with a pair of elastic support so that the rail member can be fitted through the press from the top.

And, the upper end of the resilient support may be further formed with a locking projection so that the rail member is not separated.

In addition, the fixing member may further include auxiliary supporting means for supporting the press-fitted rail member to maintain a predetermined height from the installation surface.

In addition, the auxiliary support means may be a support piece protruding from the bottom of the fixing member to support the center of the bottom surface of the rail member.

Here, the auxiliary support means may be a horizontal protrusion protruding toward the rail member from the inner side of each elastic support portion to support both lower ends of the rail member.

In addition, the auxiliary support means may be a lower inclined surface of the resilient support portion that converges downward.

And, the fixing member may be provided with a guide groove so that the rail member can be fitted by sliding from the side.

The clamping member may include a slider fitted to an upper portion of the rail member, a screw portion protruding from an upper portion of the slider, a clamp for supporting an upper surface of an edge portion of the photovoltaic module in a state of being penetrated through the screw portion, It may be composed of a clamping nut fastened to the screw portion to close the clamp to the slider side.

On the other hand, the clamp has a horizontal surface penetrating through the screw portion, a single support end extending upward from the horizontal surface to support the upper surface of the edge of the photovoltaic module, and the lower surface from the horizontal surface so that the lower end is supported on the upper surface of the rail member It may have an extended vertical support end.

The clamp may include a horizontal surface penetrating through a screw portion and a pair of support ends supporting an upper edge of each of the photovoltaic modules facing upwardly extending from both sides of the horizontal surface.

In addition, the clamping member may further include a fixing piece that is penetrated through the screw portion and fixed to an upper surface of the rail member.

Photovoltaic module installation assembly of the present invention configured as described above has the following effects.

First, the present invention is because the assembly of the fixing member and the rail member is made through the fitting combination without using a bolt, there is an effect that can be performed very quickly and simply the installation of the photovoltaic module.

Second, since the present invention does not include a heavy weight and a large mounting member except for the simple rail member, the weight and volume can be minimized, which does not cause the durability of the mounting surface, but also the low cost and minimal Installation of the photovoltaic module can be performed only by manpower.

Third, the present invention has the effect of preventing damage and safety accidents caused by strong winds because the solar cell module is supported by the structure supported by the rail member fitted to the fixing member as close as possible between the photovoltaic module and the strong wind. have.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS Hereinafter, preferred embodiments of the present invention will be described with reference to the accompanying drawings. In describing the present embodiment, the same designations and the same reference numerals are used for the same components, and further description thereof will be omitted.

As shown in Figures 3 to 5, the present invention is a plurality of fixing member 110 is fixed to the inclined installation surface (A), and is fitted to the fixing member 110 and the photovoltaic power generation module ( The clamping member 130 is installed to allow the rail member 120 and the rail member 120 to be slidably moved along the rail member 120 to couple the photovoltaic module P and the rail member 120 to each other. It consists of

The fixing member 110 has a flange portion 111 is formed on one side or both sides to be fastened to the installation surface (A) by a bolt, the rail member 120 is fitted in the center through a press-fit from the top A pair of elastic support 112 is formed to be.

The elastic support 112 is pushed by the lower side of the rail member 120 to enter between the elastic support 112 to elastically outward to support the lower side of the rail member 120.

Therefore, the operator quickly presses the rail member 120 to the fixing member 110 with only a simple operation of pressing the rail member 120 in a one-touch manner while the rail member 120 is positioned on the fixing member 110. And can be combined easily.

The rail member 120 has completed the coupling with the fixing member 110, the upper portion is projected from the upper end of the fixing member 110 and the lower portion is fitted between the elastic support portion 112 of the fixing member 110. .

On the other hand, the fixing member 110 may further have an auxiliary support means for supporting the press-in rail member 120 to maintain a certain height from the installation surface (A).

The auxiliary support means is a support piece 113 protruding from the bottom of the fixing member 110 to support the center of the bottom surface of the rail member 120, or the rail member 120 from the inside of each elastic support portion 112 Protruding toward the horizontal projections 114 to support both lower ends of the rail member 120, or may be a lower inclined surface (112a) of the elastic support portion 112 to converge downward.

In this way, if the rail member 120 is supported in a horizontal state while maintaining a certain height from the installation surface (A) through the auxiliary support means, even if a load is applied from the top of the rail member 120, the rail member 120 ) Is prevented from moving to the installation surface A side or tilting to one side.

Therefore, the photovoltaic modules P placed on the rail member 120 achieve high smoothness without a step between each other and maximize the absorption efficiency of solar light.

In addition, it is preferable that the locking protrusion 112b is further formed on the elastic support 112 of the fixing member 110 so that the rail member 120 press-fitted is not separated.

The upper portion of the locking protrusion 112b is formed to be inclined inwardly from the upper end of the elastic support 112 to help the rail member 120 to easily enter the elastic support 112.

On the other hand, when the locking protrusion 112b is formed together with the auxiliary supporting means, the rail member 120 is fixed in a stable state without flow while the vertical movement of the rail protrusion 120 is limited by the locking protrusion 112b and the auxiliary supporting means. It may be coupled to the member 110.

On the other hand, Figure 6 is another embodiment of the fixing member, the fixing member 110a is a flange portion 111 formed on one side or both sides to be fastened to the mounting surface (A) with a bolt, and the rail member 120 The lower portion of the) may be configured as a guide groove 115 formed along the longitudinal direction in the center to be fitted through sliding from the side.

The rail member 120 is coupled in a state in which a lower portion is fitted into the guide groove 115 while the upper portion protrudes from an upper end of the fixing member 110.

Accordingly, the operator pushes the rail member 120 through a simple operation of pushing the lower portion of the rail member 120 into the guide groove 115 in a state where the rail member 120 is positioned on the side of the fixing member 110. It can be quickly and simply coupled to the fixing member (110).

When the fixing member 100a forms the guide groove 155 close to the installation surface, the photovoltaic module P can be installed as close as possible to the installation surface A. It is possible to prevent the breakage of the module (P) and the resulting safety accidents.

On the other hand, the rail member 120 may be manufactured in a variety of shapes, as in the present embodiment, the upper portion is flat so as to stably support the photovoltaic module (P) while the lower portion is securely fitted to the fixing member 110. A beam having an "I" shaped cross section with a locking portion to be combined is suitable, and preferably made of aluminum alloy material to minimize weight.

In addition, the rail member 120 may be continuously installed through a pair of joint brackets 140 and 140 fastened to both sides of the rail member. The joint brackets 140 are fastened by bolts to opposite ends of the rail member 120 adjacent to both ends thereof.

The clamping member 130 according to the present invention passes through the slider 131 fitted to the upper portion of the rail member 120, the threaded portion 132 protruding from the upper portion of the slider 131, and the threaded portion 132. The clamp 133 supporting the upper surface of the edge portion of the photovoltaic module P in a coupled state, and the clamping nut 134 fastened to the screw portion 132 to closely contact the clamp 133 toward the slider 131 side. It consists of

As described above, the clamping member 130 is configured such that the slider 131 can be freely moved along the rail member 120, so that the clamping member 130 can be easily installed while appropriately adjusting its position, and the rail member 120 is provided. It is also possible to actively cope with changes in the length of the solar cell and the size of the photovoltaic module (P).

The clamping member 130 is configured to clamp the edges of the photovoltaic module P while varying the shape of the clamp 133, or simultaneously clamp the opposite edges of the adjacent photovoltaic module P.

That is, the clamp 133 ′ positioned at the edge of the rail member 120 and clamping the edge of the photovoltaic module P has a horizontal surface 133 a passing through the screw portion 132 and from the horizontal surface 133 a. Single support end 133b extending upward to support the upper surface of the edge of the photovoltaic module P, and a vertical support end extending downward from the horizontal plane so that the lower end is supported on the upper surface of the rail member 120 ( 133c).

Therefore, when the clamping nut 134 is tightened, since the vertical support end 133c is supported on the upper surface of the rail member 120, the horizontal surface 133a and the support end 133b are lowered toward the front while the solar power generation module Strongly press the upper portion (P) and the slider 131 and the rail member 120 is in close contact with each other. As a result, the photovoltaic module P and the rail member 120 are firmly coupled.

The clamp 133 ″ simultaneously clamping the opposing edges of the adjacent photovoltaic module P extends upwardly from both sides of the horizontal surface 133d and the horizontal surface 133d that pass through the threaded portion 132. It consists of a pair of support ends 133e for supporting the upper edge of the photovoltaic module P facing each other.

Accordingly, when the clamping nut 134 is tightened, the support end portion 133e descends along the horizontal surface 133d, and the upper portion of the photovoltaic module P is strongly pressed while the slider 131 moves on the rail member 120. ) Is tightly coupled to the photovoltaic module (P) and the rail member 120 is firmly coupled.

On the other hand, the clamping member 130 is preferably further provided with a fixing piece 135 is coupled through the screw portion 132 is fixed to the upper surface of the rail member 120.

The fixing piece 135 firmly fixes the slider 131 on the rail member 120 to prevent the clamping member 130 from flowing or being separated from the rail member 120.

The construction method of the photovoltaic module (P) by using the assembly for mounting a photovoltaic module of the present invention configured as described above is as follows.

First, the rail members 120 are coupled to the fixing member 110. The operator may be positioned between the lower portion of the rail member 120 between the elastic support portion 112 of the fixing member 110, and then press down to one-touch coupling.

The rail members 120 inserted between the elastic support parts 112 are no longer made to enter by the auxiliary support parts provided in the fixing member 110, but are inserted at a predetermined depth and are formed at end portions of the elastic support parts 112. Departure from the fixing member 110 is caught by (112b).

On the other hand, in the case of the fixing member (110a) shown in Figure 6, the operator places the end of the rail member 120 on the side of the fixing member 110 and then of the rail member 120 of the fixing member 110 Pushing a lower portion into the guide groove 115 can be coupled to the rail member 120 to the fixing member 110 very quickly and simply.

When the rail member 120 and the fixing member 110 are prepared in a coupled state as described above, the rail member 120 is disposed in the horizontal direction on the installation surface A, and then the flange portion of the fixing member 110 is disposed. A bolt is fastened to the 111 to firmly fix the rail member 120 to the installation surface (A).

Then, the sliders 131 of the clamping member 130 are sequentially inserted through the ends of the rail member 120. The slider 131 is coupled to the threaded portion 132.

When all the sliders 131 are fitted, the photovoltaic module P is placed on the rail member 120, and then between the edges of the photovoltaic module P and the adjacent photovoltaic module P. The position of the slider 131 is appropriately moved so that the slider 131 is positioned.

As such, when the positioning of the slider 131 is completed, the clamp 133 is inserted into the threaded portions 132 of the slider 131, and the clamping nut 134 is tightened to fix the photovoltaic module P to the rail member. When firmly coupled to 120, the installation of the photovoltaic module (P) is completed.

As described above, the preferred embodiments of the present invention have been described, and the fact that the present invention can be embodied in other specific forms in addition to the above-described embodiments without departing from the spirit or scope thereof has ordinary skill in the art. It is obvious to them. Therefore, the above-described embodiments should be regarded as illustrative rather than restrictive, and thus, the present invention is not limited to the above description and may be modified within the scope of the appended claims and their equivalents.

1 is an exploded perspective view showing an example of the installation structure of a conventional photovoltaic module

2 is an assembled perspective view of FIG. 1.

Figure 3 is a perspective view of the use state of the assembly for installing a photovoltaic module according to the present invention.

4 is a cross-sectional view taken along line IV-IV of FIG. 3.

5 is a cross-sectional view taken along the line VV of FIG. 3.

6 is a front view of a fixing member in a state coupled with the rail member as another embodiment of the fixing member constituting the present invention.

<Explanation of symbols for the main parts of the drawings>

110 fixing member 111 flange

112 ... elastic support 112a ... lower slope

112b ... Jagged protrusion 113 ... Support

114.Horizontal protrusions 115 ... Guide groove

120 rail member 130 clamping member

131 ... Slider 132 ... Thread

133 ... clamps 133a, 133d ... horizontal plane

133b, 133e ... Supporting end 133c ... Vertical support end

Clamping nut 135

A ... mounting surface P ... PV module

Claims (12)

A plurality of fixing members fixed to the inclined installation surface; A rail member fitted to the fixing member and having a photovoltaic module placed thereon; And An assembly for installing a photovoltaic module, including a clamping member installed to enable sliding movement along the rail member and for coupling the photovoltaic module to the rail member. The method of claim 1, The fixing member, An assembly for installing a photovoltaic module, characterized in that a pair of elastic support is provided so that the rail member can be fitted through a press-fit from the top. 3. The method of claim 2, The upper side of the resilient support is a photovoltaic module installation assembly, characterized in that the locking projection is further formed so that the rail member is not separated. The method of claim 2 or 3, The fixing member, An assembly for installing a photovoltaic module, characterized in that it further comprises an auxiliary support means for supporting the press-in rail member to maintain a predetermined height from the installation surface. The method of claim 4, wherein The auxiliary support means, An assembly for installing a photovoltaic module, characterized in that the support piece protruding from the bottom of the fixing member to support the center of the bottom of the rail member. The method of claim 4, wherein The auxiliary support means, An assembly for installing a photovoltaic module, characterized in that the horizontal projection projecting toward the rail member from the inner side of each of the elastic support portion to support both lower ends of the rail member. The method of claim 4, wherein The auxiliary support means, An assembly for installing a photovoltaic module, characterized in that the lower inclined surface of the resilient support portion converged downward. The method of claim 1, The fixing member, An assembly for installing a photovoltaic module, characterized in that it has a guide groove so that the rail member can be fitted by sliding from the side. The method of claim 1, The clamping member, A slider fitted to the upper portion of the rail member, a screw portion protruding from the upper portion of the slider, a clamp for supporting the upper surface of the edge of the photovoltaic module in a state of being penetrated through the screw portion, and the clamp to closely contact the slider side; An assembly for installing a solar power module, characterized in that it comprises a clamping nut fastened to the screw portion. The method of claim 9, The clamp is, A horizontal support penetrating the screw portion and a vertical support end extending downward from the horizontal plane such that a single support end and a lower end extending upwardly from the horizontal plane and supporting the upper edge of the photovoltaic module are supported on the upper surface of the rail member. Assembly for installing a photovoltaic module, characterized in that configured to include. The method according to claim 9, The clamp is, And a pair of support ends for supporting a horizontal surface passing through the screw portion and an upper surface of each edge of each photovoltaic module extending upward from both sides of the horizontal surface. The method of claim 9, The clamping member, An assembly for installing a photovoltaic module, characterized in that it further comprises a fixing piece which is penetrated through the screw portion is fixed to the upper surface of the rail member.

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