Twenty Vacuum Direct Flow Tube Solar Collector:
ThermoPower: Silicon Solar offers pre-packaged solar hot water heating systems for both the do-it-yourself customer and the professional installer. Each system includes the primary components required when installing a solar hot water heating system. It is our goal to keep our product cost low in order to ensure that we are making renewable energy products more affordable to the community.

SunMaxx Vauum Direct Flow Tube Solar Collectors are typically less expensive than SunMaxx Vacuum Heat Pipe Solar Collectors but they are still designed to provide incredible performance, efficiency and cost-effectiveness in a variety of climates, including cold climates where winter freezing can damage other types of solar collectors.

All systems have been tested under the highest quality standards in order to ensure the longevity of your solar heating system. If you are unsure of where to start or if you require guidance with your solar hot water heating system, please feel free to contact a solar hot water specialist at 1-888-SOLAR-11.

Vacuum Tube Solar Collectors are extremely efficient and cost-effective, particularly in colder climates where other Solar Collectors suffer from limited performance and other problems due to their lack of freeze protection. Vacuum Tube Collectors, unlike others, are extremely freeze protected, leading to efficiencies of over 70% even in freezing temperatures. The unique design and collection properties of these collectors make them exceedingly efficient even in low-light conditions, which is another definite advantage during winter.

SunMaxx Vacuum Direct Flow Solar Collectors are among the most affordable, cost-effective solar collectors available on the market today.

Specifications:

• Weight: 115 lbs (without crating)
• Dimensions: 5.5 ft H x 5.3 ft W
• Packaging: Ships via freight on a pallet or is available for local pickup (1 pallet is available for residential or commercial delivery )
• Assembly Time: A collector can be assembled in 1.5 hours
• Manufacturer: Silicon Solar Inc.
• Warranty: 3 Year limited (extended warranty available)
• Expected Lifetime: 25-30 Years
• Fitting: 1/2 " NPT

Includes:

• Complete Flush and Tilt Mounting Face Frame
• Manifold (header)
• 20 Revolutionary SunMaxx Vacuum Direct Flow
• 20 Vacuum Direct Flow heat pipes
• Hardware for collector assembly

Product Details:

• Tube Length: 59 in
• Outer Tube Diameter: 1.85 in
• Tube Thickness: 0.1 in
• Tube Material: Borosilicate Glass 3.3
• Tube Coating: Graded AI-N/AI
• Thermal Expansion: 3.3 x 10-6 C
• Absorption: >94% (AM 1.5)
• Emittance: <7% (80 C)
• Vacuum: P <5 x 10-3 Pa
• Stagnation Temperature: >428 F
• Heat Loss: <0.7 W/(m2 C)
• Maximum Strength: 1.0 MPa
• BTU per hour at 800 W per m2: 3,949
• Flow Rate: 3-4 gallons per minute

Applications:

• Domestic hot water
• Radiant space heating
• Pool and spa heating:
• Residential Hot Water Applications
• Commercial Hot Water Applications
• Industrial Hot Water Applications
• Municipal Hot Water Applications

How to Assemble:

Follow our easy to use "Vacuum Direct Flow Installatin Guide". See below.

For system integration, it is highly recommended that a certified SunMaxx Dealer or professional installer is contacted prior to installation. Silicon Solar has a vast growing network of dealers and installers. Please contact us for one near you.

How To Install System:

DIY*: If a DIY'er is not experienced in solar hot water, it is recommended the following:

• Tom Lane "Lessons Learned" (see below link).
• Use your own local installer or resources
• Sign up for a SunMaxx Dealer/Installer Certification Course!

Note: Although thousands can be saved on purchasing direct, a ill designed system will not perform optimally. (Silicon Solar is not responsible for improperly installed systems)

SunMaxx Dealer/Installer*:
A certified SunMaxx Installer will provide the following:

• System Design
• System Troubleshooting
• System Service
• On site communication and other benefits.
• Extended 10 Year Warranty

*Most Installers will require a site survey fee redeemable upon completion of purchased installation.

Silicon Solar Inc has a growing network of solar hot water dealers and installers. If you are interested in having your solar hot water heating system installed for you, please call us today to schedule a site survey in your area. If you are interested in signing up to become a dealer, please do not hesitate to fill out our online dealer application form.

How to Size your Solar Hot Water System:
On average, a home requires approximately 20 gallons of hot water per day per person. Using this figure, you can calculate which size prepackaged system is suitable for your heating requirements.

If you are looking to utilize a solar hot water heating system for space heating needs, please contact our solar hot water sales department so we may provide you with an accurate assessment of your heating requirements. Typically we are able to offset between 40-80% of your home heating needs with a payback period of less than 8 years.

How to Order:
If you are confident with your solar hot water heating requirements you can place your order online by clicking on the add to cart button which is located above. All orders are reviewed by our solar hot water heating department and contacted to ensure that you have ordered the correct merchandise for your application. In the event you have any questions, our sales team is available from 8:30AM to 7:30PM EST.

Silicon Solar Inc ships products internationally, please ask your sales representative for a shipping rate to your destination.