In order for the solar heat panels to work properly and
collect solar energy to heat your water, they must be exposed to the sun. There
are a few issues which can affect the performance of this equipment, which are
naturally occurring. Due to these issues, you may experience minor fluctuations
in the performance of your solar heat panels.
Atmosphere
Some parts of the atmosphere absorb more or less light
wavelengths, it’s not a steady amount throughout the entire atmosphere. How
much light reaches the surface of the Earth depends on the amount of atmosphere
it must pass through to get here, as well as the level of humidity. When the
sun is higher in the sky, there is less atmosphere for light to pass through
than when the sun is rising or setting. Factors such as clouds, fog, haze, and
air pollution all create more matter for the sun’s rays to pass through. On a
cloudy or overcast day, your solar heat panels won’t collect as much solar
energy as they would on a sunny day.
Angle of Incidence
The angle at which the sun’s rays fall on an object is
called the angle of incidence. Surfaces receive more of the sun’s energy when
the angle of incidence is around zero. There is a solar window of about six
hours in which solar heat panels can achieve the ideal angle of incidence and
absorb the most solar energy each day.
Choosing a qualified solar heat panel installer can put your
mind at ease. Smith Sustainable Design is an experienced solar heat panel
installer, and our team takes these and other factors into consideration when
designing a solar thermal system for your home. We design your system to
achieve maximum efficiency despite naturally occurring issues.
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