How the Apricus Solar Collector Works

The operation of the Apricus solar collector is very simple.

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Step 1. Solar Absorption
Solar radiation is absorbed by the evacuated tubes and converted into heat.

Step 2. Solar Heat Transfer
Heat pipes conduct the heat from within the solar tube up to the header

Step 3. Solar Energy Storage
Water is circulated through the header via intermittent pump cycling. Each time the water circulates through the header the temperatures is raised by a small amount. Throughout the day, the water in the storage tank is gradually heated. The temperature the water in the tank will reach will depend upon the amount of solar radiation, the size of the tank and the hot water usage throughout the day.