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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Dec. 26, 2017
Filed:
Jul. 07, 2014
Spice Solar, Inc., Campbell, CA (US);
Barry Cinnamon, Saratoga, CA (US);
David Baker, Capitola, CA (US);
Spice Solar, Inc., Campbell, CA (US);
Abstract
A bracket for coupling frames of solar panels includes a spacer for positioning between frames. An elongated body passes through a slot in the spacer and is positionable within channels formed in the frames. A clamp secures to the spacer and is biased toward the slot and elongated body, such as by means of a spring. The clamp defines seats for receiving portions of the frames of the solar panels. Sloped portions on end portions of the clamp facilitate insertion of the frames between the elongated body and the clamp. Another type of bracket includes a spacer and clamp, the spacer having protuberances for insertion into channels in the frames. A flange extends from the spacer such that it extends between the frames when the protuberances are positioned within the channels. An L-foot or other fixture may secure to the flange to secure the solar panels to a structure.