Intex Solar Pool Heater Mat - Efficiently Raise Water Temperature by 3-5°C | Suitable for Above Ground Swimming Pools | Eco-Friendly & Cost-Effective Solution

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I've got two of these on my garage roof in series with a submersible pump slowly pumping the water through , on sunny days we're seeing any thing from only a lowly 3C to a healthy 16C rise between input and output depending on the sun, our 10ft metal frame pool gets shaded by a fence in the afternoons and we've struggled to get it to bearable bathing temps , but two days of sun and the water temp was 26.8C ...wow....A pool above the ambient air temp ..yay....that is with the submersible pump running from the moment the sun hit the mats till ~ 6:30pm both days. Be aware though no pipes are supplied with the mats, there are some pump adaptors supplied for differing sizes of standard above ground pool pumps , but if you want to mount them remotely like i did you'll have to make up you're own adapters and of course buy some piping. The proper installation of a solar pool heating system depends on many factors. These factors include solar resource, climate, local building code requirements, and safety issues. Therefore, it's best to have a qualified solar thermal systems contractor install your system.

28685 Eco-friendly Solar Heating Mat for Swimming Pools Intex 28685 Eco-friendly Solar Heating Mat for Swimming Pools

Don't choose a solar pool heating system or collector based solely on its estimated costs. When selecting a solar pool heater, it's also important to consider all of the factors involved in the system's sizing and quality of the design and installation. Building Codes and Covenants The angle at which a collector should be tilted varies based on your latitude and the length of your swimming season (summer or year-round). Ideally, collectors for summer-only heating should be tilted at an angle equal to your latitude minus 10º–15º. Collectors for year-round heating should be tilted at an angle equal to your latitude. However, studies have shown that not having a collector tilted at the optimum angle will not significantly reduce system performance. Therefore, you can usually mount collectors flat on your roof, which might not be at the optimum angle but more aesthetically pleasing. You will, however, want to take roof angle into account when sizing your system. Determining the Efficiency of Solar Swimming Pool Heating SystemSome systems include sensors and an automatic or manual valve to divert water through the collector(s) when the collector temperature is sufficiently greater than the pool temperature. When the collector temperature is similar to the pool temperature, filtered water simply bypasses the collector(s) and is returned to the pool. PoolSolar solar matting ideally should be positioned facing the sun as much as possible and ideally 30 degrees (above horizontal) facing south, and as a general rule, maximum working pressure shouldn’t be above 1.5 BAR (22 psi). For example, a 15-by-30-foot outdoor swimming pool in Florida typically requires a collector that equals 100% of the pool's square footage to accommodate year-round use. This equals 450 square feet of collectors. In northern California, most people use outdoor pools 6–8 months per year, so they typically size their systems at 60%–70% of the pool's surface area.

Solar heating for swimming pools – the pros and cons Solar heating for swimming pools – the pros and cons

If operating costs are a concern, then getting a solar heating system or using a heat pump is what we will recommend for you. As you can see there are a lot of great options on how to heat an Intex pool it all comes down to what kind of feature you need and how much you’re willing to spend acquiring your pool heater and its operating costs. You can significantly reduce swimming pool heating costs by installing a solar pool heater. They're cost competitive with both gas and heat pump pool heaters, and they have very low annual operating costs. Actually, solar pool heating is one of the most cost-effective use of solar energy in some climates. How They Work When screening potential contractors for installation and/or maintenance, ask the following questions:In this country, unheated swimming pools only reach an agreeable temperature for a few days a year, but with a solar matting system installed, you’ll be able to extend the season in which you can pleasantly enjoy your swimming pool, and will probably end up using it more than ever before! Their solar heating system allows you to capture free heat from the sun’s rays to effectively raise your pool water temperature. And their solar panels are designed for easy DIY installation and they can increase your Intex pool’s temperature by as much as 15 degrees Fahrenheit. How To Heat An Intex Pool – Final Thoughts Solar system contractors use worksheets and computer programs to help determine system requirements and collector sizing.

Solar Mat for Above Ground Pools - INTEX

For those living in warmer climates, using solar covers to heat your pool might be enough so you won’t have to buy an Intex pool heater anymore. You can then calculate a collector's energy output per dollar spent or invested using this formula: Poolsolar will not be liable for conditions resulting, from significant deviation from Poolsolar installation instructions.High efficiency solar collectors not only will reduce your annual operating costs, but may also require fewer square feet of collector area to heat the pool. Comparing Solar Swimming Pool Heating System Costs Poolsolar will not be liable for conditions resulting from fire, lightning, floods, winds, accidents, animal damage or other conditions above our control.