Terminal assembly including a junction box for a photovoltaic module and method of forming
US8187016B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 4, 2011 |
| Grant date | May 29, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 4, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T29/49204
- WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A terminal assembly and a junction box for a photovoltaic module are provided. The terminal assembly includes a terminal connector, a power cable, and a gasket. The junction box is positioned over the terminal connector and attached to a first surface of the photovoltaic module. The terminal connector extends through the first surface of a photovoltaic module. The power cable is attached to the terminal connector and extends through the junction box. The gasket is housed between the first surface of the photovoltaic module and the junction box. The gasket comprises a first material and a second material and provides a seal about an end portion of the power cable. A method for forming the terminal assembly is also provided.
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