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A Sungrabber solar hot water heater in the Phoenix, AZ metro area will provide a great return on investment, save energy, save money, reduce your carbon footprint with green energy, is a power backup for utility system failures, and qualifies for Federal & Arizona State tax credits. If you have an old water heater that needs to be replaced, it usually costs less to install a new solar water heating system as its replacement than to replace it with a new water heater of the same type.
Reduce water heating bills up to 50%.
Save money and the environment.
Qualifies for Federal & Arizona State tax credits.
Exempt from Arizona State sales tax.
No increase in your Arizona property tax assessment.
SRP & APS rebates.
HOA approved.
Enjoy a 10 year worry free warranty.
Ready for a change? Order your Solar Water Heater Today!
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How SunGrabber uses Solar Energy to Heat Your Water
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The sun heats the SunGrabber solar panel. |
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The controller operates the solar water heating system when the solar energy can heat your water. |
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When the system is operating, the panel channels water through the panel to absorb maximum heat from the sun. |
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The circulation module transfers the heated water from the solar panels to storage in your hot water tank. |
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The solar heated water is available in your hot water tank for all existing hot water needs (including laundry, dishes and bathing). |
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When not in operation the water in the solar collectors is stored in the wall mounted drainback tank to prevent any chance for the water to freeze. |
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| SunGrabber has been designed to work with both electric water heaters and natural gas water heaters. |
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This image reflects the base model.
Speak with your local installer for enhanced performance options. |
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SunGrabber Electric Solar Hot Water Systems Layout
The single tank configuration is applicable for an electric solar hot water heater.
The diagram illustrates the easiest way to add solar.
(Note: gas hot water heaters require a separate solar storage tank.)
A solar storage tank is used to hold water heated by the solar collectors through the heat exchanger.
The solar heated water is drawn through the water heater and into your home, causing your water heater to use less energy.
The ideal storage tank is an electric water heater. They are well insulated and already have the required plumbing connections.
Additional system options, such as an additional solar storage tank, two or more solar collectors or an anti-scald valve, are available.
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SunGrabber Gas Solar Hot Water Systems Layout
The double tank configuration is required for gas hot water heaters and can provide additional capacity for electric hot water heaters.
A solar storage tank is used to hold water heated by the solar collectors through the heat exchanger.
The solar heated water is drawn through the water heater and into your home, causing your water heater to use less energy.
Additional system options, such as an additional solar storage tank, two or more solar collectors or an anti-scald valve, are available.
Ask your installer for additional information and for information on which options are best for your needs. |
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Solar Energy Technology
Solar energy refers to the use of the sun's rays rather than electricity, oil, kerosene or natural gas to provide heat for a wide variety of uses. Sunlight strikes and heats an "absorber" surface within a "solar collector". The water to be used flows through the absorber that has been warmed by the sun and picks up the heat from it. An analogy is often made to a garden hose that sits in the sun and then warms the initial water passing through it.
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For the heating of household water a flat panel is used that is made up of many small tubes. The size and number of tubes as well as the material of the absorber effect how well the sun's warmth is captured and transferred to the water. (This is referred to as the thermal performance rating of the product.) |
The smaller the tubes, the slower the water flows through them which in turn enables more heat to be transferred to the water. Likewise, if the number of tubes used is increased, more water can be exposed to the heat and therefore warmed. Most tubing is made of durable, lightweight, ultraviolet-resistant polyolefin material blended with proprietary additives determined by each manufacturer.
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The sun's energy heats the solar panel tube
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In addition to the solar panels, the other major parts of a solar heating system include the circulation system and the storage tank. For solar hot water heating systems, the hot water tank is the storage tank and in some situations (e.g., with gas solar hot water systems) an additional storage tank is required.
Fafco's SunGrabber solar panels are made of durable, lightweight, ultraviolet-resistant, polyolefin material blended with proprietary additives at their own USA plant under exacting, quality-control standards.
- With many people now focussed on reducing their carbon footprint, there has been increasing interest in renewable energy. Arguably the best and most cost-effective way to do this is to install a solar water heating system.
- Solar water heaters are over 5 times more efficient at capturing the sun's energy and converting it to usable power than photovoltaic (PV) systems
- Water heating accounts for a significant percentage of the total energy used in a typical single-family home. An electric water heater is one of the biggest energy users of all appliances in the home.
- Solar energy is an environmentally friendly source of power.
- Solar water heaters do not pollute. By investing in one, you will be avoiding carbon dioxide, sulphur dioxide, nitrogen oxides, and the other air pollution and wastes created when your utility generates power or you burn fuel to heat your water.
- When a solar water heater replaces an electric water heater, the electricity displaced over 20 years represents more than 50 tons of avoided carbon dioxide emissions alone.
- Solar energy provides an energy backup, enabling you to continue getting power even when utility electric power or natural gas supply is disrupted.
- Lowest maintenance costs (minimal)
- Longer lifespan due to fewer moving parts and no corrosion
- Cleanest, safest and quietest source of energy
- Lowest operational costs (energy is free from the sun)
Solar water heating systems are becoming more and more cost effective due to recent rises in energy prices. Depending on how much hot water you use, the system will generally pay for itself within 10 years. In addition, houses with eco-friendly features tend to stand out in the market and sell more quickly. You should notice an immediate reduction in your utility bills. Costs can be offset even further by government tax credits and utility rebates which will help people install solar water heaters. If you are looking for a way to reduce your carbon footprint and save money in the long term, solar water heating could be perfect for your needs!
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Additional Solar Energy Resources
The National Renewable Energy Laboratory, provides a number of resources by which to learn more about solar energy and solar hot water heating systems for your home. They also offer the Renewable Resource Data Center which provides numerous resources on solar radiation including an extensive collection of renewable energy resource data, maps, and tools. There is also biomass, geothermal, solar, and wind resource data for locations throughout the United States.
The US Department of Energy Consumer´s Guide to Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy provides additional information on Solar Hot Water Heaters and Solar Swimming Pool Heaters.
The The Energy Improvement and Extension Act of 2008, signed by President Bush on October 3rd 2008, offers consumers and businesses federal tax credits beginning in January 2006 for purchasing fuel-efficient hybrid-electric vehicles and energy-efficient appliances and products. Most of these tax credits remain in effect through 2016.
Consumers who purchase and install specific products, such as energy-efficient windows, insulation, doors, roofs, and heating and cooling equipment in the home can receive a tax credit of up to $500 beginning in January 2006.
The EIEA also provides a credit equal to 30% of qualifying expenditures for purchase for qualified photovoltaic property and for solar water heating property used exclusively for purposes other than heating swimming pools and hot tubs. The credit shall not exceed $2000.
Improvements must be installed in or on the taxpayer's principal residence in the United States. Home improvement tax credits apply for improvements made between January 1, 2006 and December 31, 2008.
The Database of State Incentives for Renewables and Efficiency website provides a searchable comprehensive database of state, local and utility based incentives.
Visit their library to learn more about Federal tax credits and to access links to tax forms.
The Solar Energy International organization is a nonprofit resource for education and training programs on renewable energy. |
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