Thermosyphon
Solar Water Heating System – Option 1
Imported, closed/indirect thermosyphon system, designed in Germany. A closed/indirect system is one where the household water remains in the tank, and an anti-freeze solution is used in the collectors, which heats the household water. The two liquids never mix. Should the water temperature drop below a certain setting, the system will automatically switch over to electricity to increase the temperature to the desired setting. This system can save up to 80% of water heating costs. This system carries the SABS mark of approval, and qualifies for an Eskom rebate of R 5 615 which will be paid to you the customer. The system comprises a 180 litre tank (3-4 people) which must be mounted above the collector. The collector is covered by 4 mm toughened glass. This system can be mounted either on a pitched or flat roof.
| Indicative costs:
System (incl. Timer) |
R 12 518 |
| Installation | R 4 000 |
| Vat | R 2 313 |
| Total | R 18 831 |
| Less Eskom rebate | R 5 615 |
| Nett | R 13 216 |
Solar Water Heating System – Option 2
Imported, closed/indirect thermosyphon system, designed in Germany. A closed/indirect system is one where the household water remains in the tank, and an anti-freeze solution is used in the collectors, which heats the household water. The two liquids never mix. Should the water temperature drop below a certain setting, the system will automatically switch over to electricity to increase the temperature to the desired setting. This system can save up to 80% of water heating costs. The system comprises a 300 litre tank (5-8 people) which must be mounted above the collectors. The collector is covered by 4 mm toughened glass. This system can be mounted either on a pitched or flat roof.
| Indicative Costs:
System |
R 18514 |
| Installation | R 4 550 |
| VAT | R 3 229 |
| Total | R 26 293 |
