Clip for electrically connecting planar elements, such as solar cells, and the like, in series
US4203646A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 15, 1979 |
| Grant date | May 20, 1980 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 15, 1999 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02E10/50
- WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A clip is disclosed for interconnecting planar elements, such as solar cells, and the like, in series. The cells are connected by the clip to electrically interconnect a top circuit of one element to a bottom circuit of an adjacent element. The clips are manufactured from stock which includes a metallic strip with at least one insulating web secured along one surface covering approximately half the area thereof. At least two cantilever beams are stamped from the strip extending toward each end of the clip and lying spaced above a portion of the clip. The first arm presents an insulated surface to an uninsulated portion of the clip while the second arm presents an uninsulated surface to an insulation portion of the clip.
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