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5 Panel Standard SW-38 Hybrid Solar Water Heater Kit- Single Row Installation

5 Panel Standard SW-38 Hybrid Solar Water Heater Kit- Single Row Installation

Q: What is the lifetime of the system and what is the performance degradation?

Hello,Solar thermal panels are different from PV panels in that they do not have a predictable degradation mechanism based on material physics. Therefore a prediction of the life of a panel is not really possible. However here are a few pieces of information that may be helpful.The frame and mechanical components of the panels are thick architectural grade aluminum. Therefore the lifetime of these parts will be in the many decades range. The water or heat transfer liquid are contained in copper tubing therefore the lifetime is comparable to copper plumbing. There is considerable uncertainty in this as a lot depends on the characteristics of the water. With glycol as the heat transfer liquid the lifetime of this component should again be in the many decades range.The coating of the absorber plate is the component that determines the efficiency and performance. Unlike PV panels which rely on semiconductor physics this component relies on simply the ability to absorb light (remain black). We do not have any lifetime data on this component, but in our original test samples (8 years old) there is no appreciable degradation of absorption.Finally the glazing is polycarbonate. This component is guaranteed not to yellow for 10 years by the manufacturer, meaning that no reduction in transmittance is to be expected for this time. After that a gradual drop in transmittance will bring about a reduction in performance. Unfortunately there is no solid data on this reduction, but we estimate it to be of the order of 3% per year.The remainder of the system consists largely of standard plumbing parts so the lifetime is equivalent to the average residential plumbing system.The PV panel to power the pump has the durability characteristics of crystalline silicon photovoltaics, however since this component's power generation efficiency has almost no effect on the thermal performance of the system this factor is not important.Thank You,Heliatos Solar

Q: You said use a shutoff valve on heater top and bottom.What runs the valves,pressure elec.and are the valves in the kit.

Hello, The kit comes with a "bottom feed connector" that has the appropriate shutoff valves. If you use a different way to connect the solar heater to the water heater you will have to supply the shutoff valves. These will be manually operated standard ball valves. Their purpose is to allow you to close off the system if needed. Thank You, Heliatos Solar

Q: I plan to replace a tankless heater with a solar system. Can you recommend an appropriate tank since one is not included in your kit. Thanks.

Hello,Any standard residential water heater is the least expensive choice for a tank. We recommend a 40 or 50 gallon electric water heater as they are usually the least expensive. You can connect the electrical heating elements as a backup but don't have to.Thank YouHeliatos Solar

Q: Are the clear solar panel covers plastic or glass?

Hello,The glazing is UV protected solar grade twinwall polycarbonate. The advantage of this material over glass is that it is unbreakable, has better insulation characteristics, and slightly better light transmission.Thank You,Heliatos Solar

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Brand
Heliatos
Material
Copper
Item Weight
65 Pounds
Efficiency
High
Maximum Power
10 Watts

🔋10W PV panel powers pump off-grid

☀️5 high-efficiency solar panels

⚙️Hybrid system integrates with electric/gas heater

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Description

☀️ Upgrade your hot water game—solar smart, bill savvy!

ECO SMART SAVINGS - Slash your energy bills by reducing reliance on traditional electric or gas heating.
OFF GRID PUMP POWER - 10W solar PV panel powers the pump independently—no grid connection needed.
EXPANDABLE SCALABLE - Start with 5 panels and easily add more to meet your household’s hot water demands.
SUN POWERED EFFICIENCY - Harness solar energy with 5 lightweight, 24"x24" panels for consistent hot water.
PLUG PLAY HYBRID DESIGN - Seamlessly connects to your existing electric or gas water heater—no soldering required.

The 5 Panel Standard SW-38 Hybrid Solar Water Heater Kit by Heliatos offers a fast-install, solder-free solar solution that integrates with your existing electric or gas water heater. Featuring five lightweight 24"x24" copper panels and a 10W solar-powered pump, it ensures reliable hot water even on cloudy days while significantly cutting energy costs. Ideal for eco-conscious professionals seeking scalable, off-grid efficiency without sacrificing convenience.

Specifications

Manufacturer	Heliatos Solar
Part Number	077.0050
Item Weight	65 pounds
Product Dimensions	28 x 12 x 28 inches
Item model number	SW-38
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer	No
Material	Copper
Power Source	Corded Electric, Gas Powered, Solar Powered
Maximum Power	10 Watts
Item Package Quantity	1

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What is the lifetime of the system and what is the performance degradation?

You said use a shutoff valve on heater top and bottom.What runs the valves,pressure elec.and are the valves in the kit.

I plan to replace a tankless heater with a solar system. Can you recommend an appropriate tank since one is not included in your kit. Thanks.

Are the clear solar panel covers plastic or glass?

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