Systems, methods and apparatus for electroplating photovoltaic cells
US10301740B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 29, 2015 |
| Grant date | May 28, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 18, 2036 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02E10/50
- WIPO fieldSurface technology, coating
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A two piece electroplating frame or electroplating frame is disclosed that is suitable for holding multiple solar cells during an electroplating operation. The electroplating frame can be formed from or at least covered with non-conductive material to reduce the collection of plating material on the electroplating frame. The two pieces of the electroplating frame can be coupled together around the solar cells by magnets distributed throughout the electroplating frame. The electroplating frame can include alignment features for self-aligning the assembly of the two pieces without requiring precise pre-alignment.
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