Solar Hot Water System

Solar water heaters, sometimes called solar domestic hot water systems, may be a good investment for you and your family. Solar water heaters are cost competitive in many applications when you account for the total energy costs over the life of the system. Although the initial cost of solar water heaters is higher than that of conventional water heaters, the fuel (sunshine) is free. Plus, they are environmentally friendly. To take advantage of these heaters, you must have an unshaded, south-facing location (a roof, for example) on your property.

Solar water heaters can operate in any climate. Performance varies depending, in part, on how much solar energy is available at the site, but also on how cold the water coming into the system is. The colder the water, the more efficiently the system operates. In almost all climates, you will need a conventional backup system. In fact, many building codes require you to have a conventional water heater as the backup.

Conservation Technologies sells the SEIDO line of solar collectors manufactured by SUNDA. Our advanced high efficiency system collects the sun's energy and transfers it to domestic hot water needs using space age heat pipe technology.


Domestic hot water heating can be achieved by using solar hot water evacuated hot water tube collectors. The evacuated tube collectors produce heat energy from the sun's kng wave radiation (infrared) which is able to penetrate through even the thickest cloud cover. The tubes have a collector located inside in a vacuum which is unaffected by ambient temperatures, and the medium (antifreeze/water) plasses through the insulated manifold only. They can produce high temperatures for heating water - even in the middle of winter.

Key Benefits

  • Modern technology with roots in aerospace industry
  • Works in all climates including areas with long winters
  • Attractive return on investment - faster than photovoltaic solar electric systems
  • Modular design means you can add on as your budget allows
  • Easy installation and servicing
  • Can provide from 65% to 70% of a typical household's hot water needs on average and up to 100% during the summer

Pricing

  • 8 Collector Tubes: $1,060*
  • 16 Collectors Tubes: $1,970*
  • Price includes manifold and frame

*Prices subject to change at any time. Shipping and crating charges may apply depending upon customer location. Additional parts and rack required for full installation.