What are active solar systems for air heating?

Location London Active solar systems for air heating are a straightforward yet effective way of using solar energy for space heating and tempering ventilation air.

What is a solar air heater?

A solar air heater is a special solar system that uses sunlight to heat up the air. It has panels that collect the sunlight and make the air warm. This warm air can then be sent directly into a room or stored for later use. The main parts of a solar air heater are the solar collector panels, a duct system, and diffusers.

What is a solar design Handbook?

This design handbook takes architects and building engineers through the process of designing and selecting an active solar system from the six types presented, optimizing the system using nomograms and curves, and finally dimensioning the components of the system. Tips are offered regarding the construction and how to avoid problems.

How much does a solar air heater cost?

The cost of a solar air heater is around $2500, plus installation. It takes about 10 to 15 years to recover this cost when used with gas heating systems and about five to seven years when used with electricity or wood heating systems. So, it’s an investment that pays off over time and helps save on heating costs.

Can you make a solar air heater yourself?

DIY solar air heater videos are a big hit on YouTube, with a couple of main staple ideas - recycled pop can solar collectors, downspout solar collectors, screen or sheet metal solar collectors. If you don't have it in you to make one yourself, solar air heaters for sale are also available online for purchase with a bit of internet digging.

How does a solar air heater work?

The above diagram indicates the basic concept of a solar air heater, and while there are many designs, the basic principle is the same - a small fan feeds interior air into a south-facing wall-mounted panel. Air is heated as it passes behind a black surface and is then returned to the conditioned space at a much higher temperature.