More and more homeowners are dreaming of heating their water for the bathroom and kitchen, and warming their house, using the free energy from the sun. With a solar thermal system, this dream becomes reality. To make full use of this regenerative energy source, the system needs to be properly planned.
To determine the correct system size, several key factors need to be considered. In addition to the roof pitch, roof area, and intended use, the size of the household and the choice of the right collectors also play a crucial role. To keep track of all the necessary criteria, the solar collector manufacturer AKOTEC has a practical solution.
The pioneer in vacuum tube collectors offers free use of the solar calculator on its website for calculating the system area. Those interested in a solar system can use the solar calculator to find out whether and to what extent a solar thermal system is suitable for them.
With just a few clicks, the AKOTEC solar calculator helps determine the ideal size of the solar system for homeowners and their needs. Only a few details are required to calculate the system size and how much fossil fuel can be saved. With a solar thermal system, not only is the environment protected, but the wallet is too.
The solar calculator, for example, asks for the orientation of the roof area and the roof pitch. The better the sunlight can shine on the collector, the higher the heat yield. The vacuum tube collector manufacturer AKOTEC offers flexibility in terms of mounting options.
All tubes can be rotated 360° and thus optimally aligned with the sun. This allows the collectors to deliver good yields even with less-than-ideal south-facing orientations. The versatile collectors can also be installed on the facade, on the balcony railing, or as a free-standing installation in the garden.
An important aspect of system size is the intended use of the system. Solar thermal systems can be used for water heating or heating support. Compared to water heating with fossil fuels such as oil or gas, consumers can reduce their energy costs by up to 60% with a solar thermal system. However, choosing the right collector is crucial for performance.
AKOTEC’s vacuum tube collectors deliver about 30% more yield than flat plate collectors. The reason for this is the vacuum in the glass tubes, manufactured by the renowned company NARVA. The vacuum ensures that the incoming solar energy is used without loss. By choosing these powerful tube collectors made in Germany, you will become more independent from energy suppliers and can sit back and relax as energy prices rise.
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