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Connector and electronic circuit assembly for improved wet insulation resistance

  • US 9,398,712 B2
  • Filed: 09/29/2011
  • Issued: 07/19/2016
  • Est. Priority Date: 09/30/2010
  • Status: Expired due to Fees
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1. A photovoltaic device comprising:

  • a polymeric frame; and

    a multi-layered multi-layer laminate structure that includes a connector and electronic circuit assembly;

    wherein the connector and electronic circuit assembly is at least partially encased in the polymeric frame and comprises;

    a connector assembly comprising;

    a connector housing;

    at least one electrical connector protruding from the housing;

    an electronic circuit component comprising;

    at least one bus bar; and

    a connection zone where the at least one electrical connector and the at least one bus bar are joined;

    wherein the connection zone, the connector housing, or both include at least one elastomeric barrier element; and

    wherein the at least one elastomeric barrier element comprises a polyisobutylene tape.

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