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How does a solar flat plate collector work?

The working of a flat plate collector involves the transfer of heat or thermal energy. The operating medium exchanges heat from the sun’s rays. Here’s the solar flat plate collector diagram that’ll help you understand how it works better:

What is a flat plate solar collector (FPSC)?

Flat plate solar collectors (FPSC) are used to harness solar energy, which is a renewable and clean source of energy. The major issue of the current time, like global warming, can be eradicated by the use of sustainable solar energy.

What is a flat plate collector?

In simple terms, a flat plate collector (FPC) is a solar panel device that uses solar energy to generate thermal energy, utilizing water or air as operating fluid. In this blog, you will learn the flat plate collector working principle, the different types of FPCs, and their advantages. Let’s get started.

What is a absorbing plate in a solar collector?

The absorbing plate converts the solar power into thermal power. It is a dark plate, generally made of copper foil. Tubes or Passages: The absorbing plate in a flat plate collector has a grid of conduits. These are tubes or passages for the circulation of the heat transfer fluid. It aids in conducting the working fluid from the inlet to the outlet.

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