Solar Hot Water Information for Architects & Specifiers

Apricus collectors come with a flat to roof frame. This is all that is required in most circumstances to ensure the collector is efficient yet unobtrusive when installed.

The minimum pitch for flat to roof installation is 18 degrees. Pitched frames are available to increase the collector angle when required. Click here to use the Frame Pitch Selector.

There is a mounting system for every roof type. Use the Mounting System Selector to choose the appropriate one for your roof design.

There are three ways an Apricus collector can be plumbed – Open Loop, Closed Loop and Drain Back.

Apricus evacuated tube collectors are appropriate for every climate zone and water quality in New Zealand. The collectors are unique in the flexibility of three different plumbing methods, meeting the requirements of any situation.

In most locations, the systems are installed Open Loop – using potable water from the cylinder directly in the collector, with no need for heat exchangers or coils in the cylinder.

In some very cold or poor water quality areas, the collectors can be plumbed as Closed Loop or Drain Back.

Use the System Type Selector to choose the appropriate method for your design.