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Thermomax strongly recommends that a qualified engineer design, and be responsible for custom multiple application systems.
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Thermomax strongly recommends that a qualified engineer design, and be responsible for custom multiple application systems.
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| Vacuum
Collector is basically a powerful boiler that works
throughout the day, whether you want it to or not! The heat it
generates needs to be removed and used immediately. Long stagnation will
damage collectors permanently. More ... |
The performance of the
Thermomax Collector is directly related to the amount of light (global
radiation) that it receives. Easy
charts suggesting expected Thermomax energy output for the United
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Hot Water (DHW) is the primary application for the Vacuum Collector. More ... |
If
possible a single solar storage tank with an insulation factor of R-16 or
better should be used. A further R-10 blanket should be added, along with
thermal check valves on both the cold feed and hot water pipes. A 120ºF
tempering valve will provide constant temperature water to the house, and
allow the tank to safely store higher temperatures. More ... |
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Piping and Pressure Drop |
For
most DHW systems 3/8" soft copper can be used to and from the
collector. This should be insulated to R-5.2 or better. Note that the pipe
in the heat transfer manifold is factory insulated to R-16.5 or better.
This combination will loose very little energy. More ... |
Although
a Thermomax system is capable of providing 100% of hot water needs in many
areas, backup heating for the water should be provided. Solar hot water
tanks are available either for storage only, or with electric backup. A
storage tank with a tank less gas water heater for backup is an excellent
combination. More ... |
Backup Options |
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Thermal
Solar Collectors | Solar Controller | Solar
Tanks | Solar Expansion Tanks |
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