Solar array mounting system with universal clamp
AssigneeSunLink Corporation
InventorsMartin Seery, Robert H. J. Miros
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Abstract
A mounting system for photovoltaic solar panels providing support for different sized panels, and/or panels having mounting holes located in different locations. A universal panel clamp includes at least one elongated hole or slot to attach to a mounting hole on a solar panel frame. A clamp is attached to an upper hole, and a second clamp is attached to a lower mounting hole. The upper clamps are attached to an upper lateral support member, and the lower clamps are attached to a lower lateral support member. This assembly may be supported by A-shaped support members having adjustable tilt arms, or posts with specially configured brackets.
Claims11
A mounting clamp for solar panels comprising:
- a top section comprising:
- at least one elongated slot for aligning with a mounting hole on a solar panel;
- and
- a spacer fin configured to provide a fixed gap between adjacent solar panels;
- a rear section;
- and
- mounting hardware to attach the top and rear sections together around a support member.
A mounting clamp for solar panels comprising:
- a top section comprising:
- two elongated holes for aligning with mounting holes on adjacent solar panels;
- and
- a spacer fin configured to provide a fixed gap between the adjacent solar panels;
- and
- a rear section;
- wherein the top and rear sections are configured to attach together around a support member.
Dependencies are inferred from the claim text.