Insulated connection of photovoltaic devices

摘要

The electric terminals or leads of photovoltaic devices to be interconnected into an array are encased in the insulating layers of the devices. Guideholes pass through the devices and the terminals. Fasteners having an insulated head and shank with a conductive means on the shank are positioned so that the conductive means is in contact with the terminals. Screw and nail type fasteners are disclosed.