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Solar Thermal | Performance Directory of Solar Domestic Hot Water Systems

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This directory is generated for informational purposes only and does not necessarily reflect the views of the Government of Canada nor constitute an endorsement of any commercial product or person. Neither Canada nor its ministers, officers, employees or agents makes any warranty in respect of this directory or assumes any liability arising out of this directory.

Background

This directory provides potential buyers with independent data on the thermal performance of solar domestic hot water systems that are designed for residential use. The thermal performance is an important factor in the purchase decision since the water heating capacity can vary between systems. However, actual thermal energy output will vary depending on hot water usage, geographical location, and several system installation and operating parameters. Energy output is not the only criteria for selecting a solar domestic hot water system. The cost, expected service life (and warranty), quality of installation, availability of parts and quality of service are also important factors.

All systems listed in this directory have either completed CSA-I certification, or are in the process thereof. The ratings in this directory have been determined using the standard day as specified by CSA Standard F379 "Solar Domestic Hot Water Systems" for the 300 litres/day hot water load. Where system performance testing is not yet completed and for system configurations that were not part of the original system performance test, detailed computer models for each system were developed and the standard day was simulated using TRNSYS software. System changes during the certification process may result in changes to the annual performance rating.

Table 1 Certified Solar Domestic Hot Water Systems (modified 2010-04-27)

Make	Model	Annual Performance Rating	Collectors Number & Size	Collector Type	System Type / Tank Volume	Heat Exchanger Type
Atis Group	Solensis ST-0100*	5.27 GJ/y¹	1 x 2.874 m²	Flat Plate Solensis- TL-ST-01	Solar Preheat 272 L	Single Wall
Atis Group	Solensis ST-0200*	8.69 GJ/y	2 x 2.874 m²	Flat Plate Solensis- TL-ST-01	Solar Preheat 272 L	Single Wall
Copperhill Alternate Energy Inc.	CETT-32-08-CP-06	3.09 GJ/y¹	1 x 3.43 m²	ETC CETT-32-08	Solar Preheat 155 L	Single Wall
Copperhill Alternate Energy Inc.	CETT-32-08-CP-06	6.35 GJ/y	2 x 3.43 m²	ETC CETT-32-08	Solar Preheat 155 L	Single Wall
Enerworks Inc.	EWRA 1*	5.27 GJ/y¹	1 x 2.874 m²	Flat Plate COL-4x8-TL-SG1-SD10	Solar Preheat 272 L	Single Wall
	EWRA 2*	8.69 GJ/y	2 x 2.874 m²	Flat Plate COL-4x8-TL-SG1-SD10	Solar Preheat 272 L	Single Wall
	EWRA2-DWHX*	8.33 GJ/y1	2 x 2.874 m²	Flat Plate COL-4x8-TL-SG1-SD10	Solar Preheat 272 L	Double Wall
Globe Solar Energy Inc.	IP-195**	3.34 GJ/y	1 x 2.55 m²	ICS ETC 24-tube	Solar Preheat 155 L	Single Wall
Thermodynamics Ltd.	SB32-9PV*	6.00 GJ/y¹	1 x 2.98 m²	Flat Plate S-32	Solar Preheat 270 L	Single Wall
Thermodynamics Ltd.	SB64-9PV*	9.94 GJ/y	2 x 2.98 m²	Flat Plate S-32	Solar Preheat 270 L	Single Wall
Viessmann Manufacturing Company Inc.	1-200F-200V	5.07 GJ/y¹	1 x 2.53 m²	Flat Plate Vitosol 200-F	Solar Preheat 200 L	Single Wall
Viessmann Manufacturing Company Inc.	2-200F-300V	8.51 GJ/y	2 x 2.53 m²	Flat Plate Vitosol 200-F	Solar Preheat 300 L	Single Wall

* Must be used with CSA approved water tank for solar heat storage.
** For use above -10 C (seasonal operation)

¹ Simulated

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Table 2 Solar Domestic Hot Water Systems Undergoing Certification (modified 2010-04-27)

Make	Model	Annual Performance Rating	Collectors Number & Size	Collector Type	System Type / Tank Volume	Heat Exchanger Type
CAREarth Inc.	NJ-1800-25R-227	5.32 GJ/y¹	1 x 4.10 m²	ETC NJ-1800-25R	Solar Preheat 227 L	Single Wall
	NJ-1800-30R-227	6.25 GJ/y¹	1 x 4.90 m²	ETC NJ-1800-30R	Solar Preheat 227 L	Single Wall
	NJ-1800-30R-300	6.36 GJ/y	1 x 4.90 m²	ETC NJ-1800-30R	Solar Preheat 302 L	Single Wall
Heliodyne Inc.	HPAK 016 1 406 G 60	4.25 GJ/y¹	1 x 2.50 m²	Flat Plate GOBI 406 001	Solar Preheat 227 L	Double Wall
Heliodyne Inc.	HPAK 016 2 406 G 80	7.70 GJ/y¹	2 x 2.50 m²	Flat Plate GOBI 406 001	Solar Preheat 303 L	Double Wall
Trimline Design Centre Inc.	TL-DB250-1	4.27 GJ/y¹	1 x 2.98 m²	Flat Plate FPV-LD	Solar Preheat 250 L **	Single Wall
Trimline Design Centre Inc.	TL-DB250-2	6.63 GJ/y	2 x 2.98 m²	Flat Plate FPV-LD	Solar Preheat 250 L **	Single Wall
Thermodynamics Ltd.	SB96-9PV*	11.99 GJ/y¹	3 x 2.98 m²	Flat Plate S-32	Solar Preheat 435 L	Single Wall
Thermodynamics Ltd.	SB96-9PV*	11.44 GJ/y¹	3 x 2.98 m²	Flat Plate S-32	Solar Preheat 2 x 284 L	Single Wall
Solcan	DBTT 64-60	8.80 GJ/y¹	2 x 2.88 m²	Flat Plate Solcan 2101	Solar Preheat 220 L	Single Wall
Thermomax	Thermomax Mazdon HP200/250	6.54 GJ/y¹	1 x 4.47 m²	ETC Mazdon 30	Solar Preheat 284 L	Double Wall
Marathon International	Solar System C	6.50 GJ/y¹	3 x 1.92 m²	Flat plate S-SPC 18	Solar Plus Supplemental 400 L	Single Wall
Marathon International	Solar System D	6.76 GJ/y¹	3 x 1.92 m²	Flat plate S-SPC 18	Solar Plus Supplemental 300 L	Single Wall
T. H. Solar Wind Energy Ltd.	SolarMAX6000-30	5.62 GJ/y¹	2 x 2.29 m²	ETC YYJ-C01-15	Solar Preheat 300 L	Single Wall
Northern Lights Solar Solutions	SDHW-1	5.32 GJ/y¹	1 x 4.90 m²	ETC TZ58-1800-30R	Solar Plus Supplemental 189 L	Single Wall
Schuco Canada Inc.	CTE 215 Line II-75E	3.24 GJ/y¹	2 x 2.05 m²	Flat Plate CTE 215 CH	Solar Plus Supplemental 284 L	Double Wall
	CTE 215 Line III-75E	4.92 GJ/y¹	3 x 2.05 m²	Flat Plate CTE 215 CH	Solar Plus Supplemental 284 L	Double Wall
	CTE 215 Line III-115E	5.00 GJ/y¹	3 x 2.05 m²	Flat Plate CTE 215 CH	Solar Plus Supplemental 435 L	Double Wall
	CTE 215 Line IV-75E	6.36 GJ/y¹	4 x 2.05 m²	Flat Plate CTE 215 CH	Solar Plus Supplemental 284 L	Double Wall
	CTE 215 Line IV-115E	6.45 GJ/y¹	4 x 2.05 m²	Flat Plate CTE 215 CH	Solar Plus Supplemental 435 L	Double Wall
	CTE 215 Line V-115E	7.76 GJ/y¹	5 x 2.05 m²	Flat Plate CTE 215 CH	Solar Plus Supplemental 435 L	Double Wall
	CTE 215 Line II-70GPN	0.21 GJ/y¹	2 x 2.05 m²	Flat Plate CTE 215 CH	Solar Plus Supplemental 265 L	Double Wall
	CTE 215 Line III-70GPN	1.59 GJ/y¹	3 x 2.05 m²	Flat Plate CTE 215 CH	Solar Plus Supplemental 265 L	Double Wall
	CTE 215 Line IV-70GPN	2.77 GJ/y¹	4 x 2.05 m²	Flat Plate CTE 215 CH	Solar Plus Supplemental 265 L	Double Wall

* Must be used with CSA approved water tank for solar heat storage
** Plus 45 L drainback section

¹ Simulated

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Requirements for Inclusion in the Performance Directory

Table 1 – System certified to CSA Standard F379.

Table 2 – Confirmation from CSA and Exova of the corresponding active certification project and submission to the Directory Coordinator of a completed system description form to allow detailed standard day system simulation.

Links

1. ecoENERGY Retrofit – Homes External Hyperlink

ecoENERGY Retrofit – Homes program offers incentives to help homeowners and owners of existing low-rise properties make smart energy retrofit decisions that will result in significant energy savings and a cleaner environment. Solar domestic hot water systems sold in Canada may qualify.

For more information, consult the Grant Table for ecoENERGY Retrofit – Homes External Hyperlink

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2. ENERGY STAR® in Canada External Hyperlink

ENERGY STAR® helps consumers quickly and easily identify major appliances and other energy-using equipment that save energy. Solar domestic water heaters sold in Canada may qualify.

3. Residential Solar Water Heating Pilot Initiative External Hyperlink

ecoENERGY for Renewable Heat’s Residential Pilot Initiative supports 14 solar water heating deployment projects across Canada.

4. Canadian Solar Industries Association (CANSIA) External Hyperlink

CANSIA is an association for solar manufacturers, installers, resellers, and consultants. They offer a member industry directory, as well as a listing of certified solar hot water installers across Canada.

5. CSA International External Hyperlink

CSA-I test and certify products to Canadian standards and issue the CSA Mark for qualified products. Currently, CSA-I has certification programs for both solar collectors and packaged solar domestic hot water systems

6. Exova External Hyperlink

Formerly Bodycote Testing Group, Exova houses Canada’s National Solar Test Facility (NSTF), for testing and rating of solar technologies under controlled sunlight, temperature, and wind.