A Solar Domestic Hot Water (SDHW) Heating
Interactive Troubleshooting Program, SDHW-PROB
What parts of the panel(s) don't look right? The glazing (glass or plastic) cover The collector heat absorption collector plate surface The collector heat absorption collector plate The collector gaskets or seals The collector panel insulation
The collector plate surface is the material that coats the actual collector plate and is either a special black chemically deposited selective surface or a very flat black paint. The collector plate is usually made of copper, aluminum, or steel. Copper is, by far, the material of choice because of its superior heat conducting capabilities The collector mounting system may consist of anything from four simple "L" mounting brackets to an elaborate mounting system including standoff pipes and cross supports. The collector gaskets and seals can be found surrounding the glazing and the pipes entering (or leaving) the panel housing. The collector frame is the box that houses the panel absorber, the glazing, and the insulation. The collector panel backside is the side which faces away from the sunlight. The collector panel insulation is between the backside of the absorber plate and the panel backside. |
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