For demonstrating the fundamentals and technical applications of solar thermal energy conversion.
This kit contains apparatus for experiments on heat absorption, convection, and radiation, and allows the assembly of a complete solar collector system with thermosyphon recirculation, pump circulation, and heat exchanger.
Solar Collector :
- Converts solar radiation into heat using water as the energy transfer medium
- Enables measurable temperature rise after exposure to light
- Used with a reflector lamp acting as the energy source
- Includes removable front glass panes to reduce convection losses
- Features a blackened collector spiral with six loops and quick-release hose connectors
- Includes interchangeable black and white rear covers, insulation, and removable rear pane
Heat Exchanger with Pump Circulation :
- Transfers thermal energy between liquids
- Consists of copper tubing coil in a transparent vessel
- Circulation supported by a connected pump
Thermosyphon Circulation :
- Utilizes density differences in water due to temperature changes
- Enables natural convection and circulation through connected hoses and elevated tank
Included Items :
- 1 × Stand rod, 500x10 mm Ø, stainless steel
- 2 × Stand rod, 250x10 mm Ø, stainless steel
- 1 × All-purpose rail, 500 mm
- 1 × Convection tube, 250x150 mm
- 1 × Reflector lamp, 175 W
- 1 × Metal plate with clip, black
- 1 × Metal plate with clip, white
- 1 × Lid
- 1 × Plug-in sleeve with reducing disk
- 1 × Lamp holder ES on rod with mains cable and switch
- 1 × Plastic tube, 90 mm
- 2 × Rubber stopper 18/14 mm, 1 hole 5 mm Ø
- 1 × Pair of feet for rails
- 1 × Tray, 510x360x20 mm
- 1 × Plastic case approx. 540x450x150 mm
- 1 × Lid foam, grey, 515x355x10 mm
- 1 × Cable fixer, velcro
- 1 × Colouring agent, red (for lab use only)
- 1 × Matches (10 cases)
- 1 × Tripod stand, 80 mm
- 1 × Table, small, 180x110 mm
- 2 × Holding clip on rod, right angled, 15 mm Ø
- 2 × Rider with clamping tube, 75 mm
- 1 × Metal plate, 150 mm Ø
- 2 × Digital thermometer, 210x40 mm, -50 to +300°C
- 1 × Elevated tank with two hoses
- 1 × Heat exchanger vessel with tubing and plug closure
- 1 × Solar collector with rod (demo model)
- 1 × Spirit burner, metal
- 1 × Power supply unit, 6 V / 1 A DC
- 2 × Bosshead, double
- 1 × Holder