Solar panel frame clamps mounting a solar panel frame to a purlin
US9528725B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 6, 2013 |
| Grant date | Dec 27, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 22, 2033 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T29/49
- WIPO fieldThermal processes and apparatus
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Solar panel frame clamps are disclosed. The clamps can include a clamp body for coupling together a mounting rail of a solar panel frame and a purlin. The clamp body may be c-shaped with ends of the clamp body defining an opening for receiving objects to be clamped. The ends of the clamp body may be provided with threaded apertures for receiving a set screw and a set screw bolt. Tightening the set screw bolt can pull the clamp body towards the objects to be clamped. The set screw, or another suitable feature, may contact the clamped object to facilitate electrical continuity throughout a system incorporating the solar panel frame clamps.
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