Flat Plate Solar Collector – Ideal for Domestic Solar Water Heating Applications

A flat plate solar collector is a great system for solar pool heating and domestic solar water heating applications. It is effective at minimal temperature differences compared to vacuum tubes. This way, you can keep your pool or running water efficiently heated, even in warmer areas like in the Caribbean or in southern USA. It works well when the difference in temperature is moderate to low. This occurs when your application requires a low water temperature, or when the temperature outside is relatively warm. You can purchase flat plate solar collectors from reputable retailers of solar water heating systems.

Pool heating is among the best applications for a flat plate collector because the water is usually close to the temperature of the air, with just a small difference between their temperatures. Domestic water heating can also improve with this product, especially if you are looking for a way to reduce your monthly heating bills. Flat plate collectors are cost-effective compared to vacuum tube collectors. They may not be that efficient when it comes to higher temperatures, but this is compensated by quick paybacks on a small initial capital due to their lower cost. In most cases, their price is around half the cost of solar evacuated tube collectors.

A flat plate collector is ideally used in areas where the warm climate is common, particularly those with minimal freezing temperatures and mild winters, so antifreeze is not necessary. This way, running costs can be cheaper in the long run. It eliminates the common overheating problems associated with vacuum tube systems, too, so it ensures a safer operation, while protecting the system from damage. Just be sure that the product is SRCC certified, so you can be confident in its quality and you may become eligible for tax credits and rebates when you choose to install it in your property.