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11Apr201818Jun2021

Filling the pressure: Sizing an expansion tank correctly

nkaskrod-admin Expansion tank, Sizing equipment, Solar thermal design

Before you get to the exciting part, you’ll need a few basic details about your system. Here are some good questions about the correct sizing for an expansion tank from a for the conscientious installer — which I know includes all of us. Question 1: Fill pressure vs. expansion tank size? (Or in other words, […]

31Mar201814Apr2021

Incoming water temp can determine size of collectors, storage

nkaskrod-admin Residential solar, Sizing equipment, Solar thermal design 0 Comment

As you get ready to design a solar thermal system for your home, there’s one factor you may not be considering that could make a bucket load of difference: What’s the beginning temperature of the water you’ll be heating?In the United States’ northern climes, it’s likely 50°. In warmer, more southern climates, you’re likely beginning […]

24Jul201718Jun2021

Sizing home system based on temp of incoming water, with helpful chart

nkaskrod-admin Residential solar, Sizing equipment 0 Comment

In recent years, I published a chart that helps size a solar hot water system for your home, but after hearing from some people I realized I needed to make it more simple. So, to back up and provide a bit more information: This chart shows what system is right for you, using actual sizing […]