Top 10 Best Playstation 3 Games July 2012

Top 10 Best Playstation 3 Games July 2012

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1. The ICO and Shadow of the Colossus 6. Batman Arkham City (Game of the Year)
2. Max Payne 3 7. Spider-man: The Edge of Time
3. Final Fantasy XIII-2 8. MLB 12 The Show
4. Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 9. Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim
5. Battlefield 3 10. NBA 2K12 (Covers May Vary)


1. The ICO and Shadow of the Colossus Collection

Price: $22.98

  • ICO and Shadow of the Colossus on single PS3 Blu-ray disc remastered for HD resolution
  • Five exclusive behind the scenes videos featuring the making of ICO and Shadow of the Colossus and a sneek peek at the upcoming Team Ico release, The Last Guardian
  • Two dynamic XMB themes based on memorable scenes from ICO and Shadow of the Colossus
  • Fully 3D compatible and Dualshock 3 wireless controller support
  • Full PlayStation Network trophy support

Remastered in HD with full stereoscopic 3D support, the ICO and Shadow of the Colossus Collection brings together two of the most highly-acclaimed single player video games of all time into a single package, playable on PlayStation 3. Relive the magic and fall in love with these PlayStation 2 classics all over again, or discover the wonder of the two of gaming’s most beloved games for the first time, now available in crisp HD resolution, 7.1 surround sound and fully stereoscopic 3D compatible. Additional features include: five exclusive behind the scenes bonus videos featuring the making of ICO and Shadow of the Colossus and a sneek peek at the upcoming Team Ico release, The Last Guardian; two dynamic XMB themes based on memorable scenes from ICO and Shadow of the Colossus; and Dualshock 3 wireless controller support.

2. Max Payne 3

List Price: $59.99
Price: $41.98
You Save: $18.01 (30%)

  • Experience the latest and most grim chapter to date in the Max Payne saga, in crystal clarity of a Next-Gen console
  • An explosive multiplayer experience, bringing Max Payne’s signature Shootdodge and Bullet Time gameplay, along with a range of new and expanded special abilities into the arena of competitive online multiplayer
  • A wide range of firearms and other weapons that can be dual-wielded
  • A dark storyline full od seedy characters and gangs to interact and battle with
  • Enjoy special game-related features including soundtrack info, PlayStation Trophies, and special events and contest opportunities for fans and Rockstar Games Social Club members

For Max Payne, the tragedies that took his loved ones years ago are wounds that refuse to heal. No longer a cop, close to washed up and addicted to pain killers, Max takes a job in Sao Paulo, Brazil, protecting the family of wealthy real estate mogul Rodrigo Branco, in an effort to finally escape his troubled past. But as events spiral out of his control, Max Payne finds himself alone on the streets of an unfamiliar city, desperately searching for the truth and fighting for a way out. Featuring cutting edge shooting mechanics for precision gunplay, advanced new Bullet Time and Shootdodge effects, full integration of Natural Motion’s Euphoria Character Behavior system for lifelike movement and a dark and twisted story, Max Payne 3 is a seamless, highly detailed, cinematic experience from Rockstar Games. In addition to an expansive single-player campaign, Max Payne 3 will also be the first entry in the series to introduce a thorough and engrossing multiplayer experience. Max Payne 3 multiplayer brings the same cinematic feel, fluid gunplay and sense of movement of the single-player game into the realm of online multiplayer. Using the fiction and signature gameplay elements of the Max Payne universe, Max Payne 3 features a wide range of new and traditional multiplayer modes that play on the themes of paranoia, betrayal and heroism, all delivered with the same epic visual style of the single player game.

3. Final Fantasy XIII-2

List Price: $39.99
Price: $27.96
You Save: $12.03 (30%)

  • Just as the monsters appear on screen, a dial clock called “Mog Clock” appears in the middle of the bottom half of the screen and a red ring surrounds the player’s character with a radius of about 3 meters.
  • The Crux system allows players to jump through various gates throughout XIII-2. Players will see a drastic change, based on their choices. This would also go towards the multiple endings of the game.
  • Players will be presented with a puzzle-like problem in a void between dimensions.
  • The player will be presented with a series of “dialogue trees” when talking to non-player characters (NPCs).

Cocoon – a utopia in the sky. Its inhabitants believed their world a paradise. Under the Sanctum’s rule, Cocoon had long known peace and prosperity. Mankind was blessed by its protectors, the benevolent fal’Cie, and believed that tranquil days would continue forever. Their tranquillity was shattered with the discovery of one hostile fal’Cie. The moment that fal’Cie from Pulse – the feared and detested lowerworld – awoke from its slumber, peace on Cocoon came to an end. Fal’Cie curse humans, turning them into magic-wielding servants. They become l’Cie – chosen of the fal’Cie. Those branded with the mark of a l’Cie carry the burden of either fulfilling their Focus or facing a fate harsher than death itself. A prayer for redemption. A wish to protect the world. A promise to challenge destiny. After thirteen days of fates intertwined, the battle begins. Set several years after Lightning and the others saved Cocoon, some survivors have decided to start over by rebuilding on Gran Pulse. Lightning, however, is nowhere to be found and thought dead by many, but Serah believes otherwise. When her town is suddenly overrun by monsters, a mysterious man named Noel appears to save her.

4. Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3

List Price: $59.99
Price: $42.50
You Save: $17.49 (29%)

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 is First-person Shooter rooted in a fictional, but ultra realistic near-future conflict of mostly American forces with those of the Russian Federation around the globe. The third installment in the Modern Warfare branch of the Call of Duty franchise, Modern Warfare 3 features a heavy focus on multiplayer gameplay which includes innovative new functionality that encourages multiple gameplay combat strategies, a new 2-player co-op option, new play modes, weapons and more. The game also includes a gripping single player campaign that picks up where Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 left off, and game integration with the Call of Duty: Elite online service.

Modern Warfare is back. On November 8th, the best-selling first person action series of all-time returns with the epic sequel to the multiple Game of the Year award winner Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2.

5. Battlefield 3

List Price: $59.95
Price: $39.96
You Save: $19.99 (33%)

  • Battlefield 3 introduces Frostbite 2, the incredible technology that takes animation, destruction, lighting, scale and audio
  • Feel the impact of bullets and explosions, drag your fallen comrades into safety, and mount your weapon on almost any part of the terrain
  • The best online vehicular warfare experience gets even better with a fitting sonic boom as fighter jets headline impressive lineup vehicles
  • Take the fight to iconic and unexpected urban locations in the USA, Middle East, and Europe
  • Experience gripping multiplayer action with 2-24 player battles supported online

Battlefield 3 is a First-Person Shooter (FPS) that is designed to attack your senses, delivering a visceral combat experience like no other FPS before it. Sequel to 2005’s Battlefield 2, Battlefield 3 utilizes the updated Frostbite 2 game engine, which allows for advanced destruction, sound, and graphics as well as a focus on dense in-game urban settings. Additional game features include: classic Battlefield mission-based gameplay, an impressive array of vehicles including jets and tanks, large-scale maps, an updated soldier class, 2-24 player support online and more.

Battlefield 3 leaps ahead of the competition with the power of Frostbite 2, the next installment of DICE’s cutting-edge game engine. This state-of-the-art technology is the foundation on which Battlefield 3 is built, delivering superior visual quality, a grand sense of scale, massive destruction, dynamic audio and incredibly lifelike character animations. As bullets whiz by, walls crumble, and explosions throw you to the ground, the battlefield feels more alive and interactive than ever before. In Battlefield 3, players step into the role of the elite U.S. Marines where they will experience heart-pounding single player missions and competitive multi-player actions ranging across diverse locations from around the globe including Europe, Middle-East and North America.

6. Batman: Arkham City (Game of the Year Edition)

List Price: $49.99
Price: $39.99
You Save: $10.00 (20%)

  • The Game of the Year Edition includes Harley Quinn’s Revenge. Now more dangerous than ever and leading a homicidal gang of her own, she is hell-bent on taking revenge against the Dark Knight.
  • Bonus content includes: Catwoman Pack, Robin Bundle Pack, Nightwing Bundle Pack, Arkham City Skins Pack and Challenge Map Pack
  • Download Batman Year One movie from PlayStation Network
  • Harley Quinn’s Revenge contains over 2 hours of content, new storyline and enemies, play as both Batman and Robin, new environments and new collectables

Developed by Rocksteady Studios, Batman: Arkham City builds upon the intense, atmospheric foundation of Batman: Arkham Asylum, sending players soaring into Arkham City, the new maximum security “home” for all of Gotham City’s thugs, gangsters and insane criminal masterminds. The game features an unique combination of melee combat, stealth, investigative and speed-based challenge gameplay. Set inside the heavily fortified walls of a sprawling district in the heart of Gotham City, this highly anticipated sequel introduces a brand-new story that draws together a new all-star cast of classic characters and murderous villains from the Batman universe, as well as a vast range of new and enhanced gameplay features to deliver the ultimate experience as the Dark Knight.

7. Spider-man: The Edge of Time

Price: $29.95

  • Includes a bonus code to unlock the Big Time Spider-Man suit (limited time only)
  • Correct a time stream that’s gone awry to prevent the untimely death of Peter Parker, which will result in a catastrophic future
  • Take on the roles of both the classic Amazing Spider-Man and Spider-Man 2099 as you try to save yourself
  • Explore two connected, evolving timelines in the Amazing Spider-Man’s contemporary world and Spider-Man 2099’s corrupted, future world
  • Immerse yourself in the rich, tightly crafted narrative by Marvel veteran and co-creator of the Spider-Man 2099 comic book series, Peter David
  • Discover the consequences of your actions with all-new, cause-and-effect gameplay that produces immediate and sometimes unexpected results
  • Watch as your actions as one Spider-Man changes the timeline of the other Spider-Man

When a time stream goes awry, spinning the universe toward a catastrophic future and causing the early and untimely death of Peter Parker, there’s only one man who can set things straight. Make that one man in two eras. It’s up to both the classic Amazing Spider-Man and Spider-Man 2099 to correct the time stream and save Peter Parker — and the world as we know it. Are you ready to take on one of Spider-Man’s greatest challenges ever?

8. MLB 12 The Show

List Price: $59.99
Price: $39.96
You Save: $20.03 (33%)

  • Full Move Support: Control all aspects of The Show with the Move Controller
  • Cross Platform Saves: Access save files between the PS3 and PSVita after logging in to PlayStation Network and continue your Season, Franchise, and Road to the Show on the go
  • True Broadcast Presentations: Our biggest leap ever towards truly blurring the lines between a game day in reality and a game day in The Show
  • Play Online Free: Play with friends around the world at no extra cost on PlayStation Network
  • Diamond Dynasty: Compete in a massive multiplayer online experience where success depends on your managerial approach, player training and your skill/strategy against your competitors in this all-new mode for 2012. Create a custom team and collect and play with MLB players or activate and train Dynasty cards. Purchase Diamond Dynasty Credits on PlayStation Store to quickly get your player to peak performance

MLB 12 The Show is a PlayStation-exclusive baseball simulation game that combines the outstanding graphics quality and features that has made it the top rated Sports video game franchise for four years running. The PlayStation 3 version of the game features optional full PlayStation Move control support, four-player multiplayer support online and offline, the online Diamond Dynasty mode, cross-platform saves with the PS Vita version of the game and an extensive roster of realistically portrayed MLB players.

MLB 12 The Show is the latest release in a franchise has been the highest rated sports video game for the past 4 years. The Show enables consumers to immerse themselves in exhilarating baseball moments by delivering true-to-life gameplay, authentic franchise and season modes, and incredible detail not found in any other sports game. MLB 12 The Show builds on what has been delivered in previous franchise releases adding compelling features that bring unparalleled innovation and polish to the sports genre.

9. Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim

List Price: $59.99
Price: $53.50
You Save: $6.49 (11%)

  • Skyrim reimagines the open-world fantasy epic, pushing the game play and technology of a virtual world to new heights
  • Play any type of character you can imagine, and do whatever you want; the legendary freedom of choice, storytelling
  • Skyrim’s new game engine brings to life a complete virtual world with rolling clouds, rugged mountains, bustling cities, lush fields.
  • Choose from hundreds of weapons, spells, and abilities; the new character system allows you to play any way you want

The next chapter in the highly anticipated Elder Scrolls saga arrives from the makers of the 2006 and 2008 Games of the Year, Bethesda Game Studios. Skyrim reimagines and revolutionizes the open-world fantasy epic, bringing to life a complete virtual world open for you to explore any way you choose.

The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim is the next installment in the award-winning Elder Scrolls series. Skyrim is the follow up to the 2006 Game of the Year, The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion and the next game from Bethesda Game Studios, creators of the 2008 Game of the Year, Fallout 3.

10. NBA 2K12 (Covers May Vary)

List Price: $39.99
Price: $31.99
You Save: $8.00 (20%)

  • Celebrates the legendary careers of Michael Jordan, Larry Bird and Magic Johnson with three different game covers
  • Features 15 legendary NBA players, including Michael Jordan, Larry Bird, Magic Johnson, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Dr. J and more
  • Relive celebrated careers and heated rivalries from NBA history, re-created in meticulous detail
  • Offers the most visually accurate NBA game to date by building off NBA Today’s real-time stats, rosters, schedules and ratings
  • Dynamically update every graphic detail of the game from the shoes to player models and court floors

Get back on the court as some of the greatest NBA players of all time in NBA 2K12. Featuring legendary players and teams from NBA history, NBA 2K12 lets you truly settle the argument of who is the greatest.

With over 5 million copies sold worldwide and over 20 Sports Game of Year awards, last year NBA 2K11 allowed you to BECOME THE GREATEST with MJ & the Jordan Challenge mode.  This year the NBA 2K franchise is back and bigger than ever, providing fans with the opportunity they’ve always dreamed of – to finally END THE DEBATE as to who are the best teams and players  of all time.  Featuring such NBA legends as Michael Jordan, Magic Johnson and Larry Bird as well as all of your favorite NBA players of today, NBA 2K12 will be packed with new and exciting features that will be revealed in the weeks and months ahead that, come October 4th, will put fans center court of an unprecedented basketball experience.

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Top 10 Best Solar Hot Water Kits July 2012

Top 10 Best Solar Hot Water Kits July 2012

If you’re thinking about, “going green,” interested in alternative energy, or, “going off-the-grid,” check out this…

1. 30 Tube Split Solar Water Heater Collector 6. SolarSheat Hot Water System
2. Gulf Stream Solar Kits for a Large Family 7. 200 Liter 53 Gallon Stainless Steel Solar Hot Water Heater Tank Single Copper Coil Heat Exchanger
3. Sunchaser 20-tube Solar Collector 8. 400 Liter Solar Water Heater System
4. Gulf Stream Solar Kits for a Medium Family 9. Solar Water Heater 15 Tubes 30 Gallon
5. SWH-1 Solar Hot Water Heating Package 10. Solar Water Heater Working Station

1. 30 Tube Split Solar Water Heater Collector

Price: $1,099.00

  • 30 Vacuum tubes
  • Copper Heat pipes
  • For Closed loop systems
  • Includes 10 spare tubes for breakage insurance
  • Manifold + mounting gear for flat roofs or ground and slanted rooves

This solar water heater is primarily used with a water storage tank which has a built-in heat exchanger and backup electrical or gas heating for cloudy days. A working station is used to accommodate for pressure changes and to pump the fluid from the collector to the heat exchanger inside the tank when the collector has a hotter temperature than the water in the bottom of your tank. Water is heated when the hot fluid is pumped through the tank. A mixture of water / propylene glycol can be used for the heating fluid to allow for use year-round (no freezing problems). An air vent should also be installed the prevent breakage of the lines in case of boiling and to help rid of air during use.

2. Gulf Stream Solar Kits for a Large Family (5+ people) – Large Family – Zone 1 Solar Kit

Price: $2,535.00

  • Simple DIY Installation with Tech Service
  • Lower or Eliminate Your Water Heating Bill for a 5+ Person Family
  • (6kw) Gulf Stream back-up heater, 30 tube solar collector unit and frame.
  • Control panel, circulating pump
  • Complete Kit – Everything Need for DIY Install

The Solar Collector The solar collector is made up of several vacuum insulated glass tubes that absorb the sun’s rays. It contains a double tube design with intricate layers of borosilicate glass, aluminum, solar filament, and copper pipes. The unit works in such a way that the glass allows light in, connecting with the solar filament yet, the insulation prevents the heat/energy (just recently captured) from being released. Specifically, it absorbs at a rate of 93% but it has a heat loss of less than 6%. The glass tubes are sealed creating a smooth, nearly seamless casing. Borosilicate glass was selected not only due to its strength but also the ability to withstand warping (in either high or low temperatures). The solar collector frame is made of sturdy anodized aluminum and specifically designed to match and hold the 15, 20 or 30 tube collector units. The adjustable frame can be mounted anywhere from a 23 degree angle to a 46 degree angle. Depending on your solar zone and which way the back of your home is situated, the angle of your solar collector may be an important factor in obtaining the optimal amount of light. Back-Up Heater by Gulf Stream A back-up heater makes sure you have hot water instantly. This 9kw back-up heater has the most accurate wattage to match the needs of a medium family. What is most unique about this particular back-up unit is that it is flow sensitive. In other words, if hot water from the solar collectors isn’t available (i.e. a dreary day), the back-up will heat only what you use not the entire tank. This flow sensing back-up heater is the latest development in solar technology, but most importantly one that saves you more money. Control Panel If the circulating pump is the heart of the system then, the control panel is the brain . It regulates the temperature sensors and activates the circulating pump to go on. This small electrical unit can be mounted on the wall and used to control the system as the homeowner dictates.

3. Sunchaser 20-tube Solar Hot Water Heater/collector Vacuum Tube

Price: $695.00

  • Dimensions of evacuated tubes: 58mm(OD) x 1800 mm (Length), about 2.3″ x 72″. Dimensions of collector: 50″ (W) x 79″ (H). Weight of collector: 180lbs
  • Manifold Pipe Material: Copper Heat Pipe Material: Copper Manifold Pipe size: 1″ threaded (male) Tube Material: Borosilicate Glass
  • Coating of Glass Absorber: AL-N-AL, Fin: Aluminum Fin Insulation Material: Rock Wool Frame Material: 6063 Aluminum Alloy
  • Manifold Casing Material: 6063 Aluminum Alloy Max Operation Pressure (Bar): 6
  • Warranty: 5 Years 2 or more collectors can be connected to each other to create collectors of 32 tubes or more for more heating capacity.

Solar Water Heaters are a simple and cost effective way of harnessing the sun’s free energy. Solar hot water systems supply an average 80-90% of a household annual water heating needs. With nearly 1/3 of the average electric or more than 1/2 of gas bill devoted to heating water, a solar hot water system is the best choice and smart investment you can make for your house and for the environment. Energy savings will pay for the system in three to five years.

4. Gulf Stream Solar Kits for a Medium Family (3 to 4 people) – Medium Family – Zone 2 Solar Kit

Price: $2,205.00

  • Simple DIY Installation with Tech Service
  • Lower or Eliminate Your Water Heating Bill
  • (6kw) Gulf Stream back-up heater, 30 tube solar collector unit and frame.
  • Control panel, circulating pump
  • Complete Kit – Everything Need for DIY Install

The Solar Collector The solar collector is made up of several vacuum insulated glass tubes that absorb the sun’s rays. It contains a double tube design with intricate layers of borosilicate glass, aluminum, solar filament, and copper pipes. The unit works in such a way that the glass allows light in, connecting with the solar filament yet, the insulation prevents the heat/energy (just recently captured) from being released. Specifically, it absorbs at a rate of 93% but it has a heat loss of less than 6%. The glass tubes are sealed creating a smooth, nearly seamless casing. Borosilicate glass was selected not only due to its strength but also the ability to withstand warping (in either high or low temperatures). The solar collector frame is made of sturdy anodized aluminum and specifically designed to match and hold the 15, 20 or 30 tube collector units. The adjustable frame can be mounted anywhere from a 23 degree angle to a 46 degree angle. Depending on your solar zone and which way the back of your home is situated, the angle of your solar collector may be an important factor in obtaining the optimal amount of light. Back-Up Heater by Gulf Stream A back-up heater makes sure you have hot water instantly. This 9kw back-up heater has the most accurate wattage to match the needs of a medium family. What is most unique about this particular back-up unit is that it is flow sensitive. In other words, if hot water from the solar collectors isn’t available (i.e. a dreary day), the back-up will heat only what you use not the entire tank. This flow sensing back-up heater is the latest development in solar technology, but most importantly one that saves you more money. Control Panel If the circulating pump is the heart of the system then, the control panel is the brain . It regulates the temperature sensors and activates thecirculating pump to go on. This small electrical unit can be mounted on the wall and used to control the system as the homeowner dictates.

5. SWH-1 Solar Hot Water Heating Package – DIY Solar Kits

List Price: $7,425.00
Price: $5,940.00
You Save: $1,485.00 (20%)

SunRain TZ-58 1800 30R Vacuum tube collector
  • 50 gallon SolarStor solar water tank; incudes built in heat exchanger with 4.5 Kw Back up heating element UL & CSA certified
  • PAW FlowCon C+ Wilo pump station with integrated RESOL digital controller for two heating zones
  • 100 of Aurora Solar Flex  3/4″ OD stainless steel piping, pre insulated and weather proof with sensor wire
  • all quick connect Aurora Flex Fittings for fast installation (no soldering)
  • pre-mixed ProSol LH-T high temp (475F) solar heating fluid for vacuum tube collectors
  • positive displacement drill pump for filling and servicing
  • 25 liter (6.6g) High Temp Solar Varem Expansion tank – Specifically designed for solar heating
  • Spirotech AutoClose Solar Air Vent – World’s only solar Auto Air Vent!
  • complete solar installation manual and free technical support

Complete solar heating package for domestic hot water for up to 4 person. These are the most advanced solar water heating kits on the market. Simple to install with no soldering or electrical wiring required. All kits come with every component you will need to successfully install your solar heating system. Includes items such as fill pump for quick pressurization and servicing of the heating system. All kits come standard with RESOL DeltaSol Bs+ controller two relays for optional 2nd heating zone for pools, hot tubs, hydronic heating, furnaces, or boiler systems.  Advanced features such as holiday mode and energy monitoring are included.

6. SolarSheat Hot Water System

Price: $7,399.99

  • It can be installed with a roof mount, a standard- or below-grade wall mount
  • Ductwork not included
  • The SolarSheat should be installed by a licensed professional

The SolarSheat Hot Water System is an innovative dual mode solar air space heating system for the winter and a supplemental solar domestic hot water system in the summer. The SolarSheat uses household water and does not require glycol or other additives. The system uses automatic dampers and can switch between heating and hot water modes quickly. BTU Output: Max. 10,000 BTU/hour, Pressure (PSI): 40, Pipe Diameter (in.): Flexible 1/2 copper, Insulation: Minimum required R12 outdoor, R4 indoor, Tank Description: Rheem Marathon 60 Canadian, 75, 85 US gallon, CSA: OG100, CSA F379

200 Liter 53 Gallon Stainless Steel Solar Hot Water Heater Tank Single Copper Coil Heat Exchanger7. 200 Liter 53 Gallon Stainless Steel Solar Hot Water Heater Tank Single Copper Coil Heat Exchanger

Price: $984.00

  • Inner Tank: Food Grade SUS 304-2B, Outer Tank: Galvanized Steel 0.5 mm thickness
  • Insulation: high pressure automatic polyurethane foaming layer, Density of 36 kg/m3, R-Value: 12.5
  • In Tank Coil: TU1 copper (Red Copper), thickness: 1mm, Length of Coil:66 ft
  • Water Ports: 3/4″ NPT, Coil Ports: 1/2″ MPT, T/P Valve/Abode Rod/Drain Port: 3/4″

Active solar water heaters utilize an antifreeze as the working fluid in the system. This fluid carries the heat collector from the sun to a tank stored in a different location. In order to exchange heat to the water within the tank, a heat exchanger is required. Our solar water tanks come with a built-in copper heat exchanger, so the working fluid can simply pass through the coil, thus heating the water inside.

Stainless Steel Tanks Are Better than Vitreous Enamel Tanks

Our tanks are made of food grade stainless steel layered with a galvanized steel shell on the outside for increased strength against high pressures. Stainless steel is superior in solar water heating applications because it can handle the very high temperatures produced by solar water heaters, has excellent corrosion resistance and can handle the constant high pressure resulting from constant heating throughout the day.

Vitreous enamel tanks are made of carbon steel and utilize a glass lining to protect the steel from corrosion. Unfortunately, these cheaper style tanks cannot handle the constant pressure in solar water heater systems. When the water temperature rises to 70°C or greater, which is typical for a solar water heater system, there is high risk of cracking of the glass lining due to excessive expansion and sticking to the carbon steel. Once cracks have formed, the carbon steel may rapidly corrode due to exposure to the water, which often results in premature failure.

Copper Heat Exchange Coils

Every tank comes with a copper coil in the bottom of the tank for heating by the solar loop. The coil extends from where the ports enter and down to the bottom of the tank so that the entire tank of water can be heated fully by the solar loop.

Dual coil tanks come with a 2nd coil installed on the top. The top coil can be used for other heat applications.

8. 400 Liter Solar Water Heater System with Electrical Backup Heating

Price: $3,850.00

  • 48 Tube Solar Collector, Tube Warranty: 15 Years, Manifold: 5 Years
  • 400 Liter (105 Gallon) Tank, Tank Warranty: 5 Years
  • Active System
  • Weather Resistent Glycol System
  • Includes all needed accessories

Separated High Pressure Solar Water Heater System System Includes: 18 Tube – 58mm x 1800mm Vacuum Tube Solar Water Collector 150 Liter (40 Gallon) Solar Water Tank Working Station Air Vent 1 Gallon of Food Grade Propylene Glycol Produces Approximately 140-200 Liters of 50°C Water per day Other Recommended Accessories: Gas Heating Upgrade – Add a 2nd coil to solar water tank for gas backup heating Solar Tube Increase Upgrade – Upgrade heating power of your system to compensate for cloudy days, extra demand for water & hotter stored water. Thermostatic Mixing Valve – For prevention of scalding in case of extra storage of heat Weather Resistant Closed Loop System Collector Warranty: 5 Years Tube Warranty: 15 Years SRCC Certified – Eligibile for Government Tax Rebate ISO 9001:2000 Standard – Reg: CN00208Q10492R0M ISO 14001:2004 Standard – Reg: CN-00208E20080R0M ROHS Report – Reg: SHR0808053030F001C About the Collectors & System Some of the many uses of solar water heaters: Heat domestic home water Solar Radiant home heating Radiant floor heating Pool & jacuzzi heating Biodiesel process heating Uses heat pipes to collect heat to the water supply. This solar heater can work under high pressures and can supply hot water to high and far away places. Product model: SC58## (## = number of tubes) Use of heat pipes allows for high heat absorption efficiency and rapid heat transfer. Also allows for freeze-protection for year round use. Easy plugin-in design and installation. Corrosion resistent aluminum manifold and frame. Optional 38° frame included for ground/flat roof installation. Can withstand wind velocity of 36m/s (81 mph) Can supply hot water to both small and large tanks of water and meet small and high demands. Economical for homes, hotels, schools, domitories, hospitals and any other tall buildings.

9. Solar Water Heater 15 Tubes 30 Gallon

Price: $3,000.00

  • Solar Water Heater for Swimming Pool
  • Solar Water Heater for Backup Water Heater
  • Water Heater for indoor and outdoor use
  • Ground or Roof Installation
  • Mounting not included

Patented solar water heater — 50 Gallon. 30% FEDERAL TAX CREDIT. Easy to use,20 minute can be installation Designed specifically for the United States, the world’s leading technology innovation. Double tank, Pressurized Solar Water Heater, bid with our commitment, your satisfaction. Unbeatable quality and performance, CE, Solar Key Mark, ISO 9000, ISO 14000 and CCC certified. Maintenance free, worry free for at least 15 years. Patented solar collector can produce hot water with even less than 3 hours exposure to sunlight at noon time each day. Food grade stainless inner tank with no-welding technology made leak free possible. Patented insulation technology can guarantee you hot water for 72 hours without sun. Tap water pressure in, tap water pressure out. Flexible location, can sit on the ground, or on the roof, easy to install. Ideal option for both solar water heating and space heating. High ROI: 1 to 3 year paying back time 50 Gallon water tank, good for 3 to 5 people. The system includes insulated water tank, solar collectors, mounting frame. Best value guaranteed Available in stock, easy do-it-your self installation. Technical data: 1) Inner tank: stainless steel–1.2mm; 2) 15 Vacuum tubes: QB-AL-N/AL-58-1500; 3) Outer tank: painted steel-0.4mm; 4) Frame: coated galvanized steel-1.5mm; 5) The material of insulation: polyurethane 50mm; 6) The reflector: aluminum component; AL99.85% surface oxidation; 7) Copper coil: Ø12mm, thickness 0.8mm. Installation: 1. locate a place on the ground or roof, with maximum sunlight in your home; try to be due south as much as you can. 2. Level and set ground work. 3 read installation manual and assemble the system accordingly. 4. Connect cold water to the inlet and hot water outlet to your existing hot water line. 5. Check any leak, then enjoy. Shipping: 50 u.s. states

10. Solar Water Heater Working Station up to 120gal USA Made

Price: $499.99

  • For up to 120Gal systems,mechanical parts made in USA warranty 1year
  • with taco cirqulator 120VUSA
  • Made of Copper piping with 3/4″ pex or sweat connections
  • pressure gage, expantion tank,automatic controller China made

Solar working station for the pressurized solar water heaters. assembled , ready to go for systems up to 120Gal .Just connect it to pex or copper pipes of your system.3/4 connection, may come disassembled.

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