Commercial Solar Water Heating

Commercial Solar Water Heating by SC Solar

Photo courtesy ofand Installed by Halikea Solar, Inc.

The above type system was installed by Halikeia Solar, Inc.

SC Solar is working with SunEarth, Inc. for projects similar to this.

Solar commercial water heating can be one of the most cost effective means of saving money and energy. Solar water heating is used for heating water, preheating water or reheating water using in-line heat exchangers and recirculation systems.

Hotels, Motels, Laundry Facilities, Cafeterias, Schools, Bed & Breakfasts, Resorts, and Country Clubs could all be saving tremendous amounts of money by incorporating solar water heating.

Commercial solar water heating systems qualify for Federal Tax Credits and North Carolina State Credits.

Why Choose SunEarth?
SunEarth designs and builds solar components that survive the world's most challenging climates and environmental conditions. Over the past twenty years we have learned what works and, more importantly, why one product or system is superior to another. This experience is built into every component we sell. The SunEarth Empire and Imperial solar collectors and CopperHeart ICS systems are manufactured for a thirty-year design life. SunEarth products require little or no maintenance and are backed by a solid ten year warranty.

CopperHeart Integral Collector Storage (ICS)

Cutaway of CopperHeart ICS Collector

CopperHeart ICS installed on Residence

The CopperHeart integral collector storage system, or ICS, combines thermal collection and storage in a single unit. The CopperHeart is designed to meet the international demand for a simple, durable and inexpensive domestic water heating system. The CopperHeart typically serves as a solar preheater to an existing electric or gas water heater, but may be used as the primary water heater in certain climates. ICS units are excellent choices for residential new construction in the U.S. Sunbelt or other mild climates that do not experience hard freeze conditions.

Collector Specifications

SunEarth Model Number	Width (in)	Length (in)	Gross Area (sq ft)	Net Aperture (sq ft)	Max Pressure (psig)	Connection Pipe Dia. (in)	Connection Center to Center (in)
CP-20	36 1/2	50 1/4	13.90	10.90	120	3/4	29
CP-30	36 1/2	78 1/4	21.10	17.40	120	3/4	29
CP-40	36 1/2	98 1/4	24.60	21.91	120	3/4	29

Specification Sheet (215 kb)

CopperHeart Warranty (37 kB)

Installation & Operation Manual (775 kb)

Empire Series Flat Plate Collector

Cutaway of Empire Collector

Installation of Empire Collectors on Residence in Boulder CO

The Empire series collectors are our most popular and versatile products. The Empire has the same rated performance as the Imperial, comes in a wider variety of sizes and provides real value for both retrofit and new construction projects where tight budget considerations prevail.

Collector Specifications

SunEarth Model Number	Width (in)	Length (in)	Fluid Capacity (US gal)	Design Flow (GPM)	ΔP at Design (psig)	Max Flow (GPM)	Max Pressure (psig)
EC/EP21	40 1/8	76 1/8	0.60	0.51	0.015	12	160
EC/EP24	36 1/8	98 1/4	0.78	0.62	0.017	12	160
EC/EP32	48 1/8	98 1/4	1.00	0.83	0.018	12	160
EC/EP40	48 1/8	122 1/4	1.20	1.04	0.020	12	160

Empire Specification Sheet (235 kb)

Collector Warranty Statement (34 kb)

Imperial Series Flat Plate Collector

Cutaway of Imperial Collector

Imperial Collectors Racked for Commercial Installation

The Imperial is our flag ship product. This collector combines high performance, a sleek profile and extraordinary durability. The Imperial's "I-Beam" construction makes this collector the perfect choice for areas that may experience very high wind loads. The Imperial 4' X 10' has been wind load tested by the Miami Test Lab to withstand wind loads up to 180 mph. The heavy extruded anodized aluminum framewall protects this collector in the world's harshest environments.

Collector Specifications

SunEarth Model Number	Width (in)	Length (in)	Fluid Capacity (US gal)	Design Flow (GPM)	ΔP at Design (psig)	Max Flow (GPM)	Max Pressure (psig)
IC/IP24	36 1/4	98 1/8	0.78	0.62	0.017	12	160
IC/IP32	48 1/4	98 1/8	1.00	0.83	0.018	12	160
IC/IP40	48 1/4	122 1/8	1.20	1.04	0.020	12	160

Imperial Specification Sheet (243 kb)

Collector Warranty Statement (34 kb)

SunWise Series Flat Plate Collector

Cutaway of SunWise Collector

The SunWise collector is nearly identical to the Empire. The sole exception is that the collector framewall is not anodized. The SunWise has an attractive mill finish appearance. This product is designed for export markets, large commercial projects or very dry climates where metal corrosion is not a serious consideration.

Collector Specifications

SunEarth Model Number	Width (in)	Length (in)	Fluid Capacity (US gal)	Design Flow (GPM)	ΔP at Design (psig)	Max Flow (GPM)	Max Pressure (psig)
SC/SP20	36 1/8	78 1/4	0.60	0.51	0.015	12	160
SC/SP24	36 1/8	98 1/4	0.78	0.62	0.017	12	160
SC/SP32	48 1/8	98 1/4	1.00	0.83	0.018	12	160
SC/SP40	48 1/8	122 1/4	1.20	1.04	0.020	12	160

SunWise Specification Sheet (125 kb)

Collector Warranty Statement (34 kb)

SolarStar Series Flat Plate Collector

Cutaway of SolarStar Collector

The SolarStar is our first offering in a projected series of custom collectors designed for unique architectural, building or environmental conditions. The SolarStar's casing is constructed from 304 alloy stainless steel sheetmetal and is highly resistant to marine corrosion. The SolarStar may be the right choice for coastal and waterfront locations that are exposed to constant salt spray.

Collector Specifications

SunEarth Model Number	Width (in)	Length (in)	Fluid Capacity (US gal)	Design Flow (GPM)	ΔP at Design (psig)	Max Flow (GPM)	Max Pressure (psig)
SSC/SSP21	40	76	0.70	0.55	0.016	12	160
SSC/SSP24	34 5/8	96 5/8	0.78	0.62	0.017	12	160
SSC/SSP32	44 5/8	96 5/8	1.00	0.83	0.018	12	160