Solar Water Tank
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Stainless Steel Cylinder For Solar System
Product Range |
Solar Water Tank |
Cylinder Material |
SUS304/SUS316L/Duplex Stainless steel |
Volume Range |
50L-500L |
Outer shell |
Color board or Stainless steel |
CONNECTIONS |
1/2”, 3/4”, 1”, 5/4”, 6/4”, 2” |
Working Pressure |
0.6 MPa |
Maximum Pressure |
1.0 Mpa |
Exchange coil |
Optional, Φ22mm,Φ28mm,Φ32mm. |
Components of a Solar Hot Water System:
Solar Collectors:
Flat Plate Collectors: A large, flat box with a dark absorber plate that absorbs sunlight, heating the water or fluid inside.
Storage Tank:
Insulated tanks that store the hot water heated by the solar collectors. The size of the tank depends on the system's capacity and the hot water demand.
Heat Exchanger (in indirect systems):
Transfers heat from the solar-heated fluid to the water inside the storage tank, especially in areas where freezing conditions are a concern.
Backup Heater:
Provides additional heating when solar energy is insufficient, such as during cloudy days or high-demand periods. Backup heaters can be electric, gas, or integrated into the tank.
Solar Energy Collection: Solar collectors absorb sunlight and convert it into heat. This heat is transferred to the water or a heat-transfer fluid within the system.
Heat Transfer to Storage:
In direct systems, water circulates directly through the collectors and into the storage tank.
In indirect systems, a heat-transfer fluid (like antifreeze) is heated in the collectors and then passes through a heat exchange coil, warming the water in the storage tank.
Storage: The heated water is stored in an insulated tank until needed.
Distribution: When hot water is required, it is drawn from the storage tank and supplied to faucets, showers, or appliances.
Backup Heating: If the solar-heated water is not hot enough, the backup heater raises the temperature to the desired level.
Benefits of Solar Hot Water Systems:
Energy Savings: Reduces reliance on electricity or gas, lowering utility bills.
Environmental Impact: Minimizes carbon footprint by using renewable energy.
Low Operating Costs: After the initial installation, operating costs are minimal since solar energy is free.
Durability: Solar water heaters can last 20 years or more with proper maintenance.
Applications:
Residential: Used for domestic hot water needs, including showers, washing, and heating pools.
Commercial: Used in hotels, hospitals, laundries, and other facilities with high hot water demand.
Industrial: For processes requiring hot water, such as food processing or cleaning.
Solar hot water systems are an efficient and sustainable way to harness the sun's energy for everyday water heating needs.