Why OEM Solar Water Heater is the Smart Choice for Energy Efficiency and Cost Savings
Are you in the market looking for economical and cost-effective solutions to heat water in your home? Look no further than Suryottam Solar’s OEM solar water heater. With increasing energy bills and a rapidly growing concern for the environment, it is important to find sustainable alternatives that enable saving both energy and money. And an OEM solar water heater ticks all the boxes. Relating to sustainability, there is no better choice than an OEM solar water heater. Our innovative technology utilizes the power of the sun to heat your water, providing a constant hot water supply while minimizing your carbon footprint. With our high-quality solar energy products, you can enjoy long-term savings on your energy costs and do your part in protecting the greener planet.
Understanding energy efficiency and cost savings
Energy efficiency
OEM solar water heaters are designed to be highly efficient, relying on the sun’s natural energy, which is both abundant and free. These systems can convert a significant portion—between 60% and 80%—of sunlight into usable heat, making them far more effective than electric-powered heating methods. Essentially, these heaters use solar energy to warm water, effortlessly raising its temperature to between 60°C and 80°C, all without consuming any electricity.
Cost savings
OEM Solar Water heater is one of the most cost-effective uses of solar energy. Every year, various new solar water heaters are installed worldwide. Usage of OEM solar water heater for any application where steam is produced using a boiler or steam generator can save 70-80% of energy bills. A residence can save up the 70-80% on electricity costs by swapping its conventional water heater with a solar water heating system. Solar water heaters are known to have the fastest repayment of investment in 2 to 4 years depending upon use and energy exchanged.
How OEM solar water heater work?
When sunlight hits the collector panel of a solar water heater, the absorber inside (which is typically black) captures the solar energy and transfers the heat to the water flowing through the system. This heated water is then stored in an insulated tank, designed to minimize heat loss. Thanks to the thermosiphon system, water naturally flows from the tank through the collectors and back again, ensuring a continuous circulation process. Depending on the design of the collector system, solar water heaters can come in two main types. Essentially, a solar water heater includes a collector to gather solar energy and a well-insulated storage tank to keep the water hot. This stored hot water is ready to be used whenever needed.
Benefits of using OEM solar water heater
- Lower upfront costs: Since affordable open systems have been found unsuitable for household hot water needs, the cost of solar thermal installations should focus on closed-loop systems, such as those using glycol or oil for heat transfer, or on systems that combine storage with tankless options. These systems should come fully installed for optimal performance.
- Ease of installation: It’s much simpler to add 3 to 5 extra modules to a PV system and connect them to a separate tank for the solar water heater, rather than swapping out a single tank for two separate ones. The latter would require running heat transfer fluid to a heavy-duty tank, which would need to be pressure-tested and aerated. This alternative approach is easier on the roof panels after installation and reduces the likelihood of errors during setup.
- Uses less space: To prevent the solar thermal system from competing with the backup energy source (which could limit the solar contribution to about 60%), you’ll need two separate storage tanks: one for backup and one for solar. However, by using a tankless water heater, you can save a lot of space, as long as you’re able to keep the heat in your storage tank at low levels while still meeting your peak demand.
- Cannot Freeze: Solar thermal panels can freeze even in temperatures as mild as 42ºF, so ice protection is essential for these systems in many parts of the United States. Except for drain-back systems, most solar thermal setups use an “active” antifreeze system, meaning they rely on a device to kick in when temperatures drop too low. As a result, freeze protection failures are not only common but can be catastrophic, potentially costing thousands of dollars in damage to collector arrays.
- Can’t Overheat: Overheating is a common but often overlooked issue with solar thermal systems. In the summer, solar power can be nearly double what it is in winter—meaning a system that helps reduce hot water costs in January may struggle to keep up during the hotter months of July. During periods of inactivity, when the system isn’t circulating water through the panels, temperatures inside the panels can skyrocket to around 400ºF. This can cause serious damage and speed up the wear and tear of the collector components. Some systems have added radiators to help cool the panels, but on extremely hot days, there are still limited data on how to effectively prevent stagnant collectors from overheating.
Conclusion:
OEM solar water heaters are not only environmentally friendly, but they are also highly efficient, allowing you to get the most out of every drop of sunlight. By investing in an OEM solar water heater manufactured by Suryottam Solar, you can take an energetic step towards a greener and more sustainable future. Explore the benefits of Suryottam Solar’s OEM solar water heater and choose smartly for energy efficiency and cost savings. Start enjoying unlimited hot water while saving money and reducing your impact on the environment.