Solar thermal collector, medium-temperature
- Solar thermal collector, medium-temperature
A collector that generally operates at temperatures of 140 degrees F to180 degrees Fahrenheit, but can also operate at temperatures as low as 110 degrees Fahrenheit. Typically, it has one or two glazings, a metal frame, a metal absorption panel with integral flow channels or attached tubing (liquid collector) or with integral ducting (air collector) and insulation on the sides and back of the panel.
U.S. Dept. of Energy, Energy Information Administration's Energy Glossary
Energy terms .
2014.
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