a type of
photocell that changes light from the sun into Heat
Solar Thermal Systems need to be able to
absorb, retain, transfer and store the solar energy as efficiently as
possible. For this to happen their needs to be certain pieces of equipment
in place. These include; a collector (panel), a controller, a pump and a hot
water cylinder.
The controller is used to measure the temperature of the water that is in
the panel and this then compares it to the temperature of the water that is
in the cylinder. If the temperature of the water that is in the solar panel
is more than 6 degrees higher, than the water in the hot water cylinder then
the controller will turn on the pump and it will transfer the heat from the
solar panel to the hot water cylinder.
How do solar water heating systems
work?
Solar water heating systems use solar
panels, called collectors, fitted to your roof. These collect heat from the
sun and use it to warm water which is stored in a hot water cylinder.
There are two types of solar water heating panels, they are evacuated tubes
(like in the picture above) and flat plate collectors. Flat plates
collectors can be fixed on the roof tiles or integrated into the roof.
A boiler or immersion heater can be used as a back up to heat the water
further to reach the temperature set by the cylinders thermostat when the
solar water heating system does not reach that temperature. (The cylinder
thermostat should be set at 60 degrees centigrade.)
Larger solar panels can also provide energy to heat your home as well -
though usually only in the summer months when home heating is unnecessary.
The benefits of a
solar water heating system
Hot water throughout the year: the system
works all year round, though you'll need to heat the water further with a
boiler or immersion heater during the winter months.
Cut your bills: sunlight is free, so once you've paid for the initial
installation your hot water costs will be reduced.
Cut your carbon footprint: solar hot water is a green, renewable heating
system and can reduce your carbon dioxide emissions
A Bit About Themal
Solar Photovoltaic modules generate and store
electricity from the sun�s energy through the use of rechargeable
modules. They produce energy that contributes to the running of
appliances and lighting within the home without harming the environment.
The energy that is produced within the panels from the sunlight will feed
into a battery. An inverter will convert the direct current electricity from
the panels into alternating current. The electricity that is generated by
the solar panels is then transferred through the controller which will allow
the electricity to be turned on and off so it can be used for electrical
domestic units.
Above is a video of customers who have taken the step into solar energy.
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