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Solar Pool Heating
Use the Sun to Heat Your Pool
Solar pool heaters have many advantages over
other pool heaters (like electric and gas):
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Energy used is clean and unlimited.
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System cost is usually equal to or less
than other heaters.
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There is no ongoing expense to operate
your heater. After installation, all the
energy generated is FREE from the sun.
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Solar heaters have no moving parts so
they generally require less service and
last years longer than other types of
heaters.
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What to Expect from Your Solar Pool Heater
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Solar pool heating systems are designed for swimmers who enjoy pool temperatures
from the mid 70s to the upper 80s (even low to mid 90s in some climates).
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The solar pool heater adds degrees to your pool water (often 10-15 degrees). By
adding heat to your pool, you may add months to your swimming season. In Central
Florida, for example, unheated pool temperatures are usually in the upper 60s or low
70s during November. A solar heated pool will have temperatures in the upper 70s or
low 80s. For many people, that is the difference between swimming comfortably and
not swimming at all. (Note: comparisons are similar in other climates, just at different
times of the year.)
How Does It Work?
All you do is set the desired pool temperature on
your solar controller (see #1 in the diagram below)
and the sun does the rest.
When your solar controller senses (#2) that there is
enough sunlight to heat your pool and that your pool
is colder than you desire, water is automatically
diverted (#3) to your solar system (#4).
Your pool pump (#5) sends pool water to the solar
collectors. As the water flows through 120 tubes in
each solar collector, the sun's energy heats it. The
solar-heated water then flows back to your pool. This
simple cycle continues until your pool reaches your
desired temperature.
You can also cool your pool during warmer months
by simply running your pool pump at night and
sending the water through your solar panels. Your
solar controller will automatically switch to nocturnal
cooling and divert the pool water through the solar
collectors.
NOTE: In warm climates, with infrequent rain during
the swimming season, your solar system may be
controlled with a manual control valve. |
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Temperature Controller
Maximizes the performance of your solar
pool heater.
Assures your pool will maintain a perfect
temperature, as climatic conditions allow.
Automatically heat your pool to your
favorite temperature, and maintain it there.
Simplifies: just set the controller to your
preferred temperature and it does the rest.
Has proven its performance and reliability
for years as the industry's leading
controller.
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Hi-Tec Solar Pool Heaters

Hi-Tec solar panels are Solar World's premium line. In addition to Solar World's manufacturing strengths, Hi-Tec solar pool heaters also incorporate:
- Hi-Tec's Exclusive EZ Mount mounting system hangs the solar panels comfortably on an angle (usually on a roof), where stresses from panel movement are least significant
- Hi-Tec solar panels promise the best sealed anchor points in the industry
- Hi-Tec's design permits roof anchors to line up so that they may be fastened into your roof trusses throughout the width of an array, up to 12 panels
- Hi-Tec solar panels have a built-in substrate: "Webs" between the tubes of the absorber rest on the surface (usually a roof), raising the tubes above it. Therefore, no water-carrying tubes are exposed to the abrasive surface of shingles or tiles, reducing the possibility of wear and leaks.

- Hi-Tec panels also sport 2" full-flow headers with direct flow to the absorber tubes reduce pressure, which extends pump life and permits most systems to operate simultaneously with automatic pool cleaners.
- Hi-Tec's design also permits anchoring at the peaks of barrel tiles on those more challenging roof installations.

Technical Specifications

Technical Specifications for
Hi-Tec Solar collectors
Solar collector specifications -
part number |
HT-08 |
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Nominal Size (feet) |
4x8 |
4x10 |
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Width (header length in inches) |
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Width Installed (includes space between headers in array) |
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Space between absorbers when installed (inches) |
2.9 |
2.9 |
2.9 |
Length |
96 |
120 |
144 |
Header Inside Diameter (inches) |
2 |
2 |
2 |
Net Collector Area (square feet) |
30.40 |
38.00 |
45.60 |
Net weight Empty (pounds) |
15.2 |
18.1 |
21 |
Water Capacity (gallons) |
3.48 |
4.03 |
4.61 |
Recommended Water Flow Rate (gallons per minute) |
3.2 |
4 |
5 |
Pressure Loss @ Recommended Flow Rate (psi) |
.05 |
.09 |
.14 |
Maximum Operating Pressure (psi) |
40 |
40 |
40 |
Absorptivity |
.97 |
.97 |
.97 |
Emissivity |
.90 |
.90 |
.90 |
Heating Capacity, Certified by FSEC (Btu/sq.foot/day) |
1000 |
1000 |
1000 |
Heating Capacity, Certified by FSEC (Btu/collector/day) |
30,400 |
38,000 |
45,600 |
Horizontal space required to
install an array of Hi-Tec solar collectors
# of collectors |
Width of Array |
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20' 5"
24' 6"
28' 7"
32' 8"
36' 9"
40' 10"
44' 10"
49'
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SwimMaster Plus Solar Panels

Enhance Your Pool Experience
One of the most enjoyable ways to spend leisure time is visiting pool-side with family and friends. Comfortable pool water offers soothing relaxation and recreation while a "too cool" pool just leaves us longing. SwimMaster Plus solar panels can help you get the most out of your pool investment by adding months to your swimming season.
SwimMaster Plus Solar Panels Fine Features
Performance:
SwimMaster Plus solar panels are designed to provide as much heat to your pool as any other solar pool heater.
- Our proven tube-on-fin absorber captures the sun's rays dawn to dusk, January to December.
- SwimMaster Plus's 2" diameter, full-flow header distributes pool water to the absorber with maximum efficiency.
Durability:
Several features insure that SwimMaster Plus solar panel will warm your pool for many years. This model benefits from Solar World's outstanding construction process, including our proven raw material formula, our molded header process and the stress-free results from a tube-on-fin absorber that minimizes the impact of expansion and contraction.
Technical Specifications for
SwimMaster Plus Solar Collector
Solar collector specifications -
part number |
SM-08 |
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Nominal Size (feet) |
4x8 |
4x10 |
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Width (header length in inches) |
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Width Installed (includes space between headers in array) |
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Space between absorbers when installed (inches) |
2.9 |
2.9 |
2.9 |
Length |
96 |
120 |
144 |
Header Inside Diameter (inches) |
2 |
2 |
2 |
Net Collector Area (square feet) |
30.40 |
38.00 |
45.60 |
Net weight Empty (pounds) |
15.2 |
18.1 |
21 |
Water Capacity (gallons) |
3.48 |
4.03 |
4.61 |
Recommended Water Flow Rate (gallons per minute) |
3.2 |
4 |
5 |
Pressure Loss @ Recommended Flow Rate (psi) |
.05 |
.09 |
.14 |
Maximum Operating Pressure (psi) |
40 |
40 |
40 |
Absorptivity |
.97 |
.97 |
.97 |
Emissivity |
.90 |
.90 |
.90 |
Heating Capacity, Certified by FSEC (Btu/sq.foot/day) |
1000 |
1000 |
1000 |
Heating Capacity, Certified by FSEC (Btu/collector/day) |
30,400 |
38,000 |
45,600 |
Horizontal space required to install an array of
SwimMaster Plus Solar Collectors
# of collectors |
Width of Array |
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20' 5"
24' 6"
28' 7"
32' 8"
36' 9"
40' 10"
44' 10"
49'
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Guardian Solar Panels

Nature's Energy
Guardian solar panels, Solar World's most economical model, uses the most modern technology to capture the sun's natural energy. That energy is then efficiently transferred into the pool water. Since Guardian solar pool panels use the sun as its energy source, no polluting by-products are released, and none of our other limited sources of energy are depleted. Isn't it nice to know that you are doing your part to preserve nature's beauty while also conserving energy?
Guardian Can Warm Your Pool While
Saving You Hundreds of Dollars Every Year
Usually, Guardian solar pool heaters cost the same or less then electric heat pumps to install. So if you are shopping for a pool heater, there is an opportunity to save right away with a Guardian solar system.
Also, since Guardian solar panels derive their energy from the sun (rather than electricity or gas), your Guardian solar pool heater will not cost anything to operate after its initial installation. That's something that no other energy source can claim.

On top of that, you can expect your Guardian solar pool heater to last years longer than any other type of pool heater. Since the solar collectors are not mechanical, there are no moving parts to wear out.

The result: you save on the cost of installation; you save on the operating cost because there are none, and your investment lasts longer, so you save money there too. Doesn't it make sense to choose a Guardian solar pool heater today?
Technical Specifications for
Guardian Solar Collector
Solar collector specifications -
part number |
G-08 |
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Nominal Size (feet) |
4x8 |
4x10 |
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Width (header length in inches) |
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Width Installed (includes space between headers in array) |
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Space between absorbers when installed (inches) |
2.9 |
2.9 |
2.9 |
Length |
95 |
119 |
143 |
Header Inside Diameter (inches) |
1.5 |
1.5 |
1.5 |
Net Collector Area (square feet) |
30.10 |
37.70 |
45.30 |
Net weight Empty (pounds) |
14.1 |
17.1 |
20 |
Water Capacity (gallons) |
2.91 |
3.45 |
4.04 |
Recommended Water Flow Rate (gallons per minute) |
3.2 |
4 |
5 |
Pressure Loss @ Recommended Flow Rate (psi) |
.05 |
.09 |
.14 |
Maximum Operating Pressure (psi) |
40 |
40 |
40 |
Absorptivity |
.97 |
.97 |
.97 |
Emissivity |
.90 |
.90 |
.90 |
Heating Capacity, Certified by FSEC (Btu/sq.foot/day) |
1000 |
1000 |
1000 |
Heating Capacity, Certified by FSEC (Btu/collector/day) |
30,100 |
37,700 |
45,300 |
Horizontal space required to install
an array of Guardian solar collectors
# of collectors |
Width of Array |
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20' 5"
24' 6"
28' 7"
32' 8"
36' 9"
40' 10"
44' 10"
49'
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