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PV solar panels and free hot water.
We empowered the early PV-pioneers and continue to help EV-owners following in their footsteps today.
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Switched-on people.
PV & water heating.
Export tariffs today →Traditionally, evacuated tubes and solar heating panels were common until the advent of PV-powered heating.
Divert some of your surplus power to your heating tank.
Outside of the box approach to heating water.
In a nutshell:
The science bit.
An immersion element is the most expensive way to heat water, so using solar technology is a smarter way.
Specifications.
1-4KW with 100W-3500W immersion power.
"PV-heating converters work side-by-side with tank-based heating systems all year round."
Is it easy to install?
Installation is with minimum fuss. DIY installations are not possible because installers require a Part P electrical qualification legally.
What savings can I expect?
This answer depends on the size of your PV system and the amount of hot water you use, but a four-person family with a 4KW PV panel system can expect to save around 200 GBP per year.
(Figure excludes savings from battery storage at approx 520 GBP per year).
Will I get export payments?
Yes. Currently, export payments, pay for 50% of all your units exported. This system means you can use all your units and still receive the export payments as per usual.
Do I need a hot water tank?
Yes. You need a hot water tank with an immersion heater element to benefit from a converter. The management system will automatically control the heating coil throughout the day.
Not suitable for Combi boilers.
If PV isn't generating, do I still get hot water?
Absolutely. Because the converter works alongside your existing hot water system, your tank will still get heated in the traditionally imported-electricity way.
Can I see how much I have saved?
We wouldn't have it any other way. The converter records and displays how much energy used and converted into financial savings.
Can I still use Economy 7?
Yes, The system has a built-in timer that allows three easy-to-use options. It can be programmed every 24 hours and so take full advantage of your off-peak supply if required.
Can it display the water temperature?
Yes, an optional temperature sensor can be fitted to the PV to hot water converter to display the water temperature.
Does it have a warranty?
All converter installations come with a standard five-year warranty.
Solar made easy.
Over my years of experience within the solar industry, I've seen many changes. The most significant change is from traditional solar thermal panels to PV solar to heat water.
As a result, photovoltaic arrays have become popular, but few are adopting solar heating products such as evacuated tubes.
Free-generated hot water giving additional value to your PV-investment.
"Light is life."
Stuart Lovatt
Founder of Power My Home.
