How does Baxi Solarflo use the power of the sun? The Baxi Solarflo consists of three main elements:
- Solar collector panels
- Hydraulic pump station and controller
- Solar cylinder (available separately)
How does it work?
The solar panels are mounted on the roof and absorb the heat from the sun's rays, transferring the heat to a fluid.
The fluid is circulated from the panels through to a special solar coil in the base of the hot water cylinder.
The heat is transferred to the stored water and then returns to the panels to be re-heated and continue the process.
How much hot water does the Baxi Solarflo generate?
During the summer months, it can generate as much as 100% of the domestic hot water required for an average household.
In the winter, as much as 30% can be generated, with the remainder being provided either by a conventional boiler or electric immersion heater.
On average, it will generate around 50-60% of the annual domestic hot water requirement.**
How many solar collector panels will I need?
The number of solar panels needed relates to the size of the solar cylinder.
The size of cylinder required is dependent on:
- the number of people in the household
- the amount of hot water required daily for baths, showers etc.
- number of panels may also depend on available roof space.
Typically, a home with a family of four will need two solar collector panels.
Key features and benefits
- Solar power can reduce hot water heating costs by up to 60%** annually
- Low environmental impact: can reduce carbon emissions by around 400kg per year (depending on the fuel replaced)
- Baxi Solarflo can link with traditional heating systems
- 10 year transferable warranty* on Baxi SolarfloTM Collector panels
- 25 year transferable inner container warranty* of Heatrae Sadia cylinders.
- Two year transferable warranty* on all other components.
Did you know.?
- That your property will receive a higher rated Energy Performance Certificate in the Government's new Home Information Packs.
- You'll only pay 5% VAT on your Baxi Solarflo when it is fitted by a qualified installer
- Up to £400 in grants are available from the Low Carbon Buildings Programme
* Subject to registration
** Variable saving dependent upon type of solar system used, location and usage patterns
