All About Solar Thermal Piping

All About Solar Thermal Piping

How Do I Balance The Flow of My Collectors?

How Do I Balance The Flow of My Collectors?  I have 2 arrays of 6. Use balancing valves, 1 on the cold side for each array. This will allow you to adjust the flow in each array and optimize your collectors output. SunMaxx Carries these for a variety of applications from small residential (2-7 Gallons Per Minute) all the way up to Large applications (12-50 Gallons Per Minute). Available SunMaxx Balancing Valves:
XMaxx-HW-BV-2-7-34F : 2-7GPM
XMaxx-HW-BV-3-10-1F : 3-10 GPM
XMaxx-HW-BV-5-19-54F : 5-19 GPM
XMaxx-HW-BV-8-32-64F : 8-32 GPM
Xmaxx-HW-BV-12-50-2F : 12-50 GPM

What is the best option for piping my Solar Hot Water System?

What is the best option for piping my Solar Hot Water System? SunMaxx makes it easy! SunMaxx offers FlowMaxx stainless steel insulated line set, providing everything you need to pipe your Solar Hot Water System. Its flexible, no need to measure, cut, and join copper pipe. It’s insulated and UV protected, minimizing heat-loss and maximizing longevity. It is also available for in-ground applications, and it’s compatible with all SunMaxx collectors and pump stations!

Can I use PEX in a Solar Hot Water System?

Can I use PEX in a Solar Hot Water System? NO!!! PEX will fail in a Solar Hot Water System. Only FlowMaxx line set and standard L-Copper tubing is rated for the high thermal loads of Solar Hot Water Systems.

Do I have to run the piping through the roof?

No, you do not have to. You can, and should, use flexible stainless steel piping which allows you to direct the piping anywhere you want with very little trouble. Many installers will choose to send the piping the ;ong way around just to avoid a roof penetration. While this works well for ensuring that there is no leakage, it does however waste a bit of solar energy. But if you can avoid going through your roof, then do it! Click here to view our flexible stainless steel piping