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Solar Hot Water

A solar hot water system is really quite simple. You're using the sun's energy to heat a solar collector full of solar fluid (or water, depending on which type of system you install), which then transfers that heat (or hot water) into your home's hot water tank


1. When there is sufficient heat to be drawn from the collectors, a controller automatically activates pumps.
2.   Heated solar fluid is then circulated from the collector,
3.   Through a heat exchanger where its heat is transferred to
4.   Water in the storage tank.
5.   The solar fluid is then pumped back to the collector to once again be reheated. This circulation loop will continue as long as there is heat to be drawn from the collector. During times when there is little or no sun, a backup heating system will be activated to provide adequate hot water.    
                                                                                                                           
Open Loop-Warm Climate

An Open Loop system is efficient for warm areas that don't   freeze, and that have soft water. In this system, water circulates from the   outside collectors directly into your hot water tank. The simplicity of this   system makes it very inexpensive and quite affordable. Heliodyne Warm Climate packaged system is an excellent   choice for regions where freezing or water quality is not a major concern. In   this open loop design, water is circulated directly from the solar collectors to   the storage tank. Our warm climate packages are built efficiently and   economically, offering you an affordable alternative when it comes to solar   water heating.

  Simple installation, Very few parts!         
                            
  • All components included (less piping & storage tank)
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  • Can often be mounted to existing water tank             
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  • Economical choice             
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  • Mild freeze-protection included             
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  • Efficient direct water circulation
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Closed Loop- Cool Climate

If your region is prone to freezing, then a Closed Loop   system is required. In this system, special anti-freeze solar fluid is used to   transfer heat instead of water. This process protects your system from burst   pipes during the winter or cold nights. Closed Loop systems are also recommended   in areas where the water is hard because mineral deposits can eventually clog   the pipes. The Heliodyne Cool Climate Packaged   System is designed to operate in all regions, especially where hard water or   freezing is an issue. In this closed loop design, a special heat transfer fluid   circulates through the collectors instead of water, allowing greater durability   and trouble-free operation.

Features:                                          
  • "Plug & Play" installation
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  • All components included (less piping & storage tank)           
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  • Can often be mounted to existing hot water tank
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  • Superior heat-transfer characteristics
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  • Suitable for all homes and regions
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