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Solar energy comes to earth through electromagnetic radiation, i.e., infrared, visible, and ultraviolet light. A solar collector or solar thermal collector is a device that collects heat by absorbing solar radiation. It's a significant device in a solar water heating system. Indeed, there are two main types of solar collectors, i.e., flat plate and solar evacuated tube collectors . Read on the below-discussed factors and make a well-informed selection for your solar water heating system. 1. Cost  Cost is essential when choosing a solar collector for a solar water heating system . The advantage goes to the flat plate collectors. Usually, solar evacuated tubes cost 20%-40% more than flat plate collectors. But you can get maximum return from your investment in solar evacuated tube collectors within a few years, making them a cost-effective investment for solar water heating systems.  2. Efficiency  There is no heat loss through convection and conduction in evacuated tube col...

Having a pool in your backyard is a rewarding and costly investment. When you consider cleaning, maintaining and repairing any damages that come up along with the pool, keeping your pool in working condition is not an easy task to do. With all these challenges involved, no wonder most pool owners prefer using their pools most of the year rather than exclusively during the summer.  Like most pool owners, you must be concerned about the extra costs included with a heated pool. What will you do if your energy bill skyrockets? Heating the pool with solar energy can be a useful solution that works wonders for your monthly energy bills and environmental footprint.  1. How does a solar pool heater work?  The heat used in the pool starts circulating water and diverting the cold water through the solar collectors. The water gets heated up and pumped back into the pool. An automatic control valve will monitor the water temperature and will help you know the water is already ...