What is a split solar geyser?
With a split system installation we use your existing geyser and convert that to a solar geyser. You still have electric backup and a timer on your existing geyser for those cloudy and rainy days when there is no sun. Circulate the water with a 12V solar pump. Start saving on electricity immediately. SABS Approved.
Are solar hot water heaters worth it?
On average, if you install a solar water heater, your water heating bills should drop 50%–80%. Also, because the sun is free, you’re protected from future fuel shortages and price hikes. If you’re building a new home or refinancing, the economics are even more attractive.
Can you convert your geyser to solar?
One relatively cost effective way of heating water is to convert your existing geyser to a direct solar water heating system. A direct solar water heating system will typically reduce the amount of electrical energy spent heating water by about 50%, on average over the year.
How does a solar water heater work?
Closed-loop, or indirect, systems use a non-freezing liquid to transfer heat from the sun to water in a storage tank. The sun’s thermal energy heats the fluid in the solar collectors. Then, this fluid passes through a heat exchanger in the storage tank, transferring the heat to the water.
How many solar panels does it take to run a geyser?
Solar panels can be used to power a geyser. The solar panels can be directly connected to the geyser’s AC/DC element, and 3 x 250 watt solar panels will be sufficient to heat the water in the summer.
How much does it cost to install a solar geyser?
Costs can only be provided taking into account your specific hot water usage habits but an approximate cost can be given here. Installing a 200 liter solar water geyser costs approximately R15,000 with an average installation cost of between R2,000 and R6,000.
Can you use a tankless water heater with solar?
Tankless water heaters and their compatibility with solar When a tankless water heater is installed, it can be connected with a solar energy system. The connection process will be an additional cost, but your unit will be powered by clean energy and you may even see savings on your electricity bill.