DIY solar panel / Discussions

Can I use an old patio door thermal pane as the cover for a solar air heater?

...solar air heaters -  DIY solar air heater instructional video  So if I understand correctly you are using the layered screen technique to build your panel? The only downside that we find with solar air heaters is storing the heat. If you incorporate thermal mass into it you can get more production from your solar panel...

Posted by Fred Miller May 20, 2019 Solar thermal collectors 1 response

Do I need CSA Approval to Build and Sell Solar Air Heaters?

...solar air heaters in Canada? That's an interesting question, but one that we are not really positioned to answer with confidence. I did speak with one manufacturer that thought it wasn't necessary to have CSA certification unless there is an electrical component to it, but I wouldn't rely on that. I've put in a request...

Posted by Nathan Mackay Aug. 7, 2018 Solar thermal collectors 1 response