Mengenal Solar Water Heater dan Keuntungan Menggunakannya

Gardewa Santana | modified: 23 Mei 2023

Ariston strongly believes in the importance of maintaining a sustainable environmental ecosystem that can be passed on to future generations. In this context, various variants of solar-powered water heater products are a manifestation of our commitment to using renewable energy sources.

Solar water heaters are devices that utilize solar energy to produce hot water, both for household and commercial purposes.

One of the advantages of using a solar water heater is its dependence on sunlight. By utilizing an abundant energy source, homeowners who use solar-powered water heaters can use a device that is much more environmentally friendly compared to conventional water heaters.

By harnessing sunlight, users of these products can reduce their dependence on electricity or gas generated from fossil fuels (such as coal, oil, and others).

How Solar Water Heaters Work



The operation of solar water heaters is relatively simple and can be divided into two types: direct heating and indirect heating. In the case of direct heating, the solar water heater works in three stages:

1. The sun heats the water inside the collector, causing it to rise and enter the tank. Cold water descends to the bottom of the collector.
2. Continuous circulation between cold and hot water takes place. In principle, the greater the temperature difference of the water, the faster the circulation.
3. When there is no sunlight, the circulation stops, but the hot water remains stored in the tank.

Benefits of Using Solar Water Heaters



There are five advantages to installing a solar water heater:

1. Energy-saving and cost-effective: By using solar water heaters, homeowners do not need to install additional electrical installations, which would require additional costs such as purchasing special cables to connect the solar panels to the power source. Additionally, using solar energy eliminates the need to pay any electricity bills. Homeowners only need to consider how to optimize the performance of the solar panels to heat the water efficiently, even in cloudy weather. In other words, homeowners can invest in renewable energy while saving more energy and money.

2. Longer lifespan: Solar water heaters generally have a relatively long lifespan of 10-25 years. However, the lifespan depends on several factors, such as the quality of installation, the type of maintenance provided, and the quality of the materials used.

3. Savings on electricity bills: Solar water heaters can be used in various areas, including commercial and residential areas. As the use of solar energy to heat water becomes more widespread, building owners, homeowners, and even swimming pool owners can find sustainable solutions to save on their electricity bills.

4. Easy maintenance: After installing a solar water heater, building or homeowners do not need to perform heavy maintenance tasks. Only light maintenance, such as cleaning the solar panels from dust and leaves, is required. Even with minimal maintenance, solar water heaters can function well for up to 25 years or more.

5. Reducing dependence on fossil fuels: Dependence on fossil fuels such as electricity (derived from oil) and gas can be minimized. As we know, the use of electric or gas water heaters depends heavily on the availability of these services. If there is an issue with electricity (such as a power outage) or gas (gas leak), homeowners cannot fully utilize their water heaters. Such obstacles are relatively rare for users of solar water heaters. In other words, switching to a solar-powered water heater is a wise choice to ensure a constant supply of hot water whenever homeowners need it.

Ariston's Recommended Solar Water Heaters



Ariston offers a range of solar-powered water heaters, including models that use solar panels for direct or indirect heating. We provide eight high-efficiency solar panel water heater products that are easy to install, suitable for both residential and commercial use.

You can find various models of solar water heaters on the Ariston website. Check out the products and start implementing an energy-efficient lifestyle with the