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A · B · C · D · E · F · G · H · I · J · K · L · M · N · O · P · Q · R · S · T · U · V · W · X · Y · Z   entire Web this site open-circuit voltage The difference in potential between the terminals of a cell; i.e. the voltage when the circuit is open (no-load condition). In the case solar cell or solar module, for example, the open-circuit voltage is the maximum possible voltage across the cell or module; i.e., the voltage across the cell in sunlight when no current is flowing. It is abbreviated to Voc. Related category    • BATTERIES Also on this site: Encyclopedia of Science Transport Concepts & Designs (partner site) BACK TO TOP