This Gulf Stream Solar brand insulated stainless steel storage tank is used with Solar Hot Water heating systems. Its main purpose is to store and provide hot water rain or shine, day or night. This component resembles traditional hot water tanks but it obtains most of the water temperature not through its own heat generation but instead through the solar panel which absorbs and distributes the sun's radiant heat. This tank works as a part of the solar system. Its holds the hot water for on demand usage.
How Does it Work? When utilized with an external pump, the water flows through the input valve into the tank itself. Water enters the unit through the bottom to prevent cooler water from mixing with and reducing the temperature of the already heated water.
Internally, the tank holds a copper coil (65 feet in length) which is wrapped tightly in a spiral shape and situated within the base of the unit. Heat transfer fluid passes throughout the copper coil; then through the process of heat transference the stored water is able to retain the heat. The included temperature sensor monitors the water temperature and regulates the system. When needed the water exits through the hot water outlet valve and is transported via pipes throughout the home.
Further Components As mentioned above the unit is made of stainless steel, its insulated and has a copper coil along with various inlets and outlets. Other components include:
This 80 Gallon Solar Hot Water Storage Tank works with each of the Gulf Stream Solar Water Kits. No matter the size of your family, this full sized unit will store water for convenient access every day and night.
Tank measures 73" tall and 22.5" diameter.
QB ID: 300L-SS