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Forum: Solar Heating 08-05-14, 04:51 PM
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Posted By Mikesolar
We sometimes run the pool pump at night through...

We sometimes run the pool pump at night through the panels to cool it down when it gets too hot but that is with plastic panels. Not sure how the PVT would work.
Forum: Solar Heating 08-02-14, 04:53 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 14,768
Posted By Mikesolar
Here are the results of our PVT design, done last...

Here are the results of our PVT design, done last year.
It is, in my opinion, good for pool heating but not quite so good for DHW although still a valid technology.

The pic shows two identical...
Forum: Solar Heating 08-01-14, 09:03 PM
Replies: 19
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Posted By Mikesolar
That SDHW system you mentioned is kind of cobbled...

That SDHW system you mentioned is kind of cobbled together. Not too professional.
Forum: Solar Heating 08-01-14, 05:13 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 14,768
Posted By Mikesolar
This is and issue. As solar PV gets less...

This is and issue. As solar PV gets less expensive, SDHW looks less viable especially with the mechanical issues of an improperly installed system. I have a number of 25 year old systems still...
Forum: Solar Heating 08-01-14, 05:06 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 14,768
Posted By Mikesolar
If you move the cold water directly up to the...

If you move the cold water directly up to the attic to be warmed, what will you do with the condensate that is generated?

Other than that it is not a bad idea.
Forum: Solar Heating 07-31-14, 05:15 PM
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Posted By Mikesolar
There is a whole thread on building the DIY heat...

There is a whole thread on building the DIY heat pump here somewhere. It isn't that hard and the amount of dehumidification/cooling/heating of the space is modest but the result is gas like cost to...
Forum: Solar Heating 07-31-14, 04:50 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 14,768
Posted By Mikesolar
My take on this debate starts with what the fuel...

My take on this debate starts with what the fuel sources for your electricity is. If you burn mostly coal to make electricity in your area, then use high efficiency gas as your backup but if there is...
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