1. Solar Energy is Collected
A solar collector is installed in a place where it receives maximum sunlight. When sunlight falls on the collector, the black-colored pipes absorb the heat from the sun. The pipes become hot and transfer this heat to the water flowing inside them.
2. Cold Water Enters the Collector
Cold water from the water supply or storage tank enters the solar collector through the pipes. The water slowly flows through the pipes that have been heated by sunlight.
3. Water Gets Heated
As the cold water passes through the hot pipes, it absorbs the heat from them. The temperature of the water gradually increases. This process continues as long as sunlight is available.
4. Hot Water Moves to the Storage Tank
When the water becomes hot, it becomes lighter and naturally moves upward. The hot water then enters the insulated storage tank. The insulation helps to reduce heat loss and keeps the water hot for a longer time.
5. Cold Water Replaces the Hot Water
As hot water moves into the storage tank, cooler water moves down toward the solar collector. This cold water again passes through the heated pipes and becomes hot. This creates a continuous natural circulation of water.
6. Hot Water is Used
The hot water stored in the tank can then be used for different household purposes such as bathing, washing clothes, washing utensils, and other daily activities.
Simple Flow
☀️ Sunlight
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Solar Collector absorbs heat
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Pipes become hot
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Cold water enters the pipes
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Water gets heated
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Hot water moves to the storage tank
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Cold water moves back to the collector
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Water is heated again
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🚿 Hot water is ready to use
