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You are correct @derek-m A solar thermal system (which is pressurized of course) might contain water above 100degC. The 'proper' pipework has to be ...
Unlikely... because you've got a unit designed for the UK market. Heat pumps for the USA market usually incorporate a 4-port (2-way) valve which all...
There is a correlation between the width of the hysteresis you set on the controller and the curve it uses to define the pump speed. Most Solar Ther...
Can you please remind us of the layout of your cylinder? Is it a DHW cylinder or a thermal store?
Yes... I 'get it'.And I think you're heading in the right direction. Up until now, all heating and DHW control systems in the UK are operating on me...
Ah... but this site is in Cornwall. 😎 There are a number of good reasons why GSHP installations are proportionally higher in Kernow than on the eas...
I think he means forever and ever @saecula-saeculorum 😉
Hi @saecula-saeculorum and welcome to the forum. How far on is the barn conversion?Ie... is it too late to specify underfloor heating? What's the ...
I too have another question @z8lccda 🙂 I assume that your present PV panels are connected to the grid via an inverter with a G53 certificate (an a...
Understood. Electricity is often regarded as the "highest form" of energy from renewable sources. It retains the potential to be converted into so man...
Do you feel up to doodling your intended system diagram and posting it here please @ronin92 ? You can literally do a pencil sketch on the back of an...
For the sake of clarity @johnmo can you confirm that the system you're describing is to deliver Domestic Hot Water (DHW)? My preceding answer didn't...
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