SwimEasy High Performance DIY Solar Pool Heater Kit - Superior Manufacturing for Long Lasting Durability - 15-20 Year Lifespan

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$869.00 USD Regular price $1,137.00

BETTER ABSORBER - SwimEasy's absorber was created for its combination of performance and durability. Its specialized design takes the best of loose-tube and flat plate designs and combines them, while omitting all their flaws. More heat absorption means more heat transferred to your pool.

ENHANCED DURABILITY - SwimEasy uses today’s most advanced technology to create a single-piece, over-molded header. The result is a solid, one-piece panel with virtually no manufacturing variances.

INCREASED FLOW – SwimEasy’s header is molded directly around the absorber tubes, eliminating flow barriers, so water freely exits the header into each individual tube.  Simply put – the more water that can flow through your heating system, the more heat that will be transferred to your pool.

FLEXIBLE ZIP JOINT SYSTEM -  Flexible joints located every 6 inches across the absorber surface eliminate stresses caused by natural temperature variances between panel sections by allowing the panels to move along the joint freely - increasing durability and reducing degradation.

SUPERIOR QUALITY - Manufactured in the U.S. with high-grade materials and U.V. stabilizers. SwimEasy is built to withstand your roof's harsh conditions with ease and deliver a long service life.

EASY & FAST INSTALLATION - Utilizes easy to install rubber couplings and hose clamps, by far the fastest & easiest method for connecting a solar pool heating system. You’ll be swimming in a warm pool in no time!

FULL DIY KIT – Contains premium SwimEasy solar panels and the installation hardware for mounting the panels, connecting them together, securing with hold-down strap, and connecting to your supply & return plumbing.

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SwimEasy solar panels provide the ultimate pool heating experience. SwimEasy utilizes today’s most advanced technology and panel designs to create the ultimate combination of performance and durability. SwimEasy captures more thermal heat from the sun with its superior absorber technology, while also enabling water to move more effectively through the collector by removing flow barriers with its over-molded header.  

Simply put, more heat absorption from the sun and more water flowing through your heating system, means more heat transferred to your pool! SwimEasy’s specialized header design with improved flow characteristics also means the panels drain more effectively, providing a longer service life with less maintenance. 

SwimEasy solar pool panels are the perfect choice for anyone looking to replace existing panels that use rubber hose connectors & metal hose clamps. SwimEasy is also the perfect choice for anyone wanting the best of both words - performance & durability - without needing to compromise one for the other.

SwimEasy pool solar panels are manufactured in the USA from high-grade materials and utilize some of the most advanced methods and designs available, delivering a high-performance collector proven to last in all types of weather for 15-20 years!

 

CUTTING-EDGE DESIGN

SwimEasy solar panels feature an upgraded mounting system, molded header for a solid, one-piece panel with virtually no manufacturing variances, better absorber plates for enhanced performance and durability, and an innovative flexible zip joint system across the absorber surface, improving durability and longevity. 

 

UNIVERSAL MOUNTING SYSTEM

SwimEasy is one of the only solar pool heating systems designed to be compliant with home construction codes.

Traditional mounts fit snugly to the collector, allowing no flexibility for the collector to move as the material expands and contracts throughout the day. Collectors restricted by these mounts would bind at each anchor point causing additional and unnecessary stresses to the collector and roof penetrations, leading to increases in product failures.

How Does SwimEasy Solve This? The Universal Mounting System!

The roof mounts are specially engineered to be placed anywhere along the width of the header. This enables the mounts to be anchored directly into roof rafters, adding stability to the panel array.

Secondly, the base of each mount cradles the header, lifting it slightly off the roof. The top secures snugly into the mount base, allowing the panel to be installed easily. This two-piece, “free floating” design permits your panels to expand and contract without causing stress to the panel, the anchor points, or your roof. 

 

 

OVER-MOLDED HEADER

SwimEasy consists of a solid, one-piece panel with virtually no manufacturing variances.

SwimEasy uses today’s most advanced technology to create a single-piece, over-molded header. The header is the main conduit that carries your pool’s water to and from the absorber surface. Traditionally, headers are welded to the absorber. Welds tend to naturally weaken over time with the normal stress of expansion and contraction of day-to-day use.

During the manufacturing of SwimEasy panels, raw material is forced into a mold. This material is under intense pressure and high heat as it flows into the mold, directly over the absorber. The result is a solid, one-piece panel with virtually no manufacturing variances. There is more to SwimEasy’s molded header than durability. It is your pool water’s expressway, and traffic jams are not allowed!

Because the header is molded directly around the absorber tubes, there are no barriers, so water freely exits the header into each individual tube. Simple welding, or other manufacturing methods, can block the flow of water significantly at this point, which in turn reduces the amount of heat delivered to your pool. Flow restrictions also add back pressure to the pool’s entire filtration system and can reduce its overall life expectancy. Simply put – the more water that can flow through your heating system, the more heat that will be transferred to your pool.

 

FLEXIBLE ZIP JOINT SYSTEM

Innovative zip joints allow for vertical expansion and contraction, increasing durability and reducing degradation.

The illustration above details SwimEasy's flexible expansion joints, located every 6 inches across the absorber surface.

These flexible zip joints allow for vertical expansion and contraction; critical for applications where a tree or other shadow-causing element, like chimneys or roof lines, may partially shade the collectors as the sun’s angle changes. Flexible joints eliminate stresses caused by natural temperature variances between panel sections by allowing the panels to move along the joint freely.

Additionally, unlike traditional bonding methods – actual welding of the plastic that can pinch or puncture the absorber surface – there are no manufacturing variances with SwimEasy flexible joints!

 

 

 

HIGH PERFORMANCE ABSORBER

More heat absorption from the sun means more heat transferred to your pool.

When engineering the absorber, a tube-on-fin design was created for its combination of performance and durability. Loose-tube absorber designs produce the least effective heating surfaces, and flat plate and welded tube designs don’t allow for expansion and contraction, leading to premature failure.

Simply put, SwimEasy's tube-on-fin absorber design takes the best of previous designs and combines them, while omitting all their flaws.

The fin, or webbing between each tube, along with the tube itself, collects the sun’s heat and efficiently transfers the heat to your pool water. The fin also enables the collector to flex, expand, and contract without putting pressure on the water-carrying tubes, while allowing the roof to “breathe”.

 

DESIGNED WITH YOU IN MIND

1. Perfect for Replacing Old or Damaged Panels

SwimEasy solar panels are the perfect choice for replacing any solar pool heater panel that has a round 1.5” or 2" I.D. header (manifold - main pipe at the top and bottom of the panel) and makes connections with rubber hoses & metal hose clamps.
*The header size is a measurement of the INTERNAL DIAMETER of the manifold. PLEASE VERIFY THIS SIZE BEFORE ORDERING.
 

2. Fast & Easy Setup

SwimEasy connects with rubber couplings and metal hose clamps, by far the fastest & simplest method for attaching & securing a solar pool heating system.
 

3. Reliability & Longevity

SwimEasy uses today's most advanced technology, optimized panel designs, and special U.V. stabilizers. SwimEasy panels are built to withstand the harsh conditions of your rooftop, in all types of weather, for years to come.
 

4. High-Heat Performance

SwimEasy's tube-on-fin design was created for its combination of performance and durability. The fin, or webbing between each tube, along with the tube itself, collects the sun’s heat and efficiently transfers the heat to your pool water.
 
 
SwimEasy Solar Panel Header Measurements & Sizing Chart
 
 

What If I Have Questions During My Install?

All solar panels & DIY kits purchased through Solar Pool Supply  include a comprehensive installation manual to walk you through every step of the process. You also have full access to Solar Pool Supply's trained solar installation experts - available by phone to help guide you through any step and answer any questions you have. Need help with your panel design or how to connect your plumbing? No problem, just give us a call and we'll take it from there!

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WHAT'S INCLUDED:

EACH DIY KIT INCLUDES EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO:

Install the selected number of solar panels in a single row. Mount each solar panel to your preferred installation surface (roof or rack). Make water connections to and from each panel. Make water connections to the systems’ supply and return plumbing lines. Contains the parts necessary to aid in gravity drainage of the panels and piping.

THE FOLLOWING COMPONENTS ARE INCLUDED IN EACH DIY KIT:

Panel Install Kit: Contains the parts necessary for installing a solar pool panel to a supporting surface and making water connections from one panel to another.

  • One (1) Panel Kit is included for each solar panel.
  • Each Panel Kit contains: (2) Heavy-Duty Mounting Bracket / (3) Strap Bracket, Stainless Steel / (3) Strap Bracket Flashing Base / (4) Hose Clamp, Stainless Steel / (2) Panel Connector Hose. 

Row Install Kit: Contains the parts necessary for making water connections from a row of solar pool heating panels to the systems supply and return plumbing lines. Also contains the parts necessary to aid in gravity drainage of the panels and piping.

  • One (1) Row Kit is included for each system.
  • Each Row Kit contains: (3) Strap Bracket, Stainless Steel / (3) Strap Bracket Flashing Base / (6) Strap Clamp, Stainless Steel / (4) Hose Clamp, Stainless Steel / (1) End Cap / (1) Vacuum Relief Valve / (2) System Connector Hose / (2) Pipe Connector.

Hold-Down Strapping: Fastens solar pool panels to a supporting surface (roof or rack) and keeps them secure.

  • One (1) 100 ft. Bulk Roll is included for each system.
  • For normal / low wind climates, three (3) rows of strapping are recommended per panel.
  • For high-wind climates, five (5) rows of strapping are recommended per panel.

 

Option To Include Premium Pentair Valves: ("Valves Included?" Option)

You have the choice of either including, or not including, a full set of valves necessary for completing the plumbing connections from your solar pool heating panels to your pool's pump & filtration system. This package of Premium Pentair Pool Valves has been bundled together to provide you with a complete set of the best valves you can get (should you choose to include them).

If you are installing a system for the first time, these valves will be needed to complete the plumbing connection from your solar panels to your pool's pump and filtration system. If you are replacing an existing system, these valves may already be in place, and new ones would then not be needed.

Generally Speaking:

  • For new installations (first time installs): Valves will be needed.
  • For replacing an old/existing system: Valves not required.

If you choose to include valves, you will receive a full set of Premium Pentair CPVC Optimum positive-seal pool valves. These are top of the line valves that provide a lifetime of superior performance and have excellent flow characteristics for a high flow rate, ideal for maximizing the performance and efficiency of your solar pool heating system.

A 3-port diverter valve is manually adjusted to turn solar on and off. Two isolation valves are used to completely shut off solar for maintenance and winterization (prevents water from entering the solar panels). The check valve is used to prevent water from flowing backwards through your pump & filter. Includes premium Pentair lube-free valve’s, 2″-2.5″ CPVC.

If you choose to include valves, you will receive the following:

  • (1) Pentair 3-Port Solar Valve w/ Drain Down, CPVC, 2″-2.5″
  • (1) Pentair 2-Port Check Valve, CPVC, 2″-2.5″
  • (2) Pentair 2-Port Isolation Valve, Positive Seal, CPVC, 2″-2.5″

 

SYSTEM SIZING: How Many Solar Panels Do I Need?

A few different variables should be considered when selecting a solar pool heating system to match your swimming pool. The primary factors are; your location (climate), pool size (surface area), and heating goals (how long your looking to extend your swimming season). Understanding exactly what your goals are will help determine how many panels you need.

Solar pool heating systems are sized based on the surface area of your swimming pool, rather than its volume. This is because the primary source of heat loss occurs through evaporation at the surface. If you have a geometrically shaped pool, this calculation is quite easy. If however, your swimming pool is a "freeform" shape, or a "kidney" shape, this calculation can be a bit more difficult. For pools matching this second classification, satellite mapping can be used to help measure the surface area of your swimming pool.

Generally speaking, solar pool heating systems are sized anywhere between 50%-100% of a swimming pools total surface area. IE: “50% offset” means you are matching 50% of your pool’s surface area to the total surface area of all your solar panels.

If your pool has a total surface area of 400 square feet, 50% offset means you will need a total of 200 square feet of solar panels to heat it.

As a reference, a single 4'x12' solar panel has a surface area of 48 square feet, so a system with (4) 4'x12' solar panels has a total surface area of 192 square feet.

  • 3-4 Month Swimming Season: If you are only looking to add some additional heating during the summer months (3-4 months of warm swimming pool temperatures), 50% offset should be sufficient.
  • 4-6 Month Swimming Season: If you are looking to heat your pool into the shoulder months (4-6 month swimming season), you will want to aim in the 60-80% range.
  • 8-10 Month Swimming Season: If you are looking for a full spring-fall season extension (8-10 month swimming season), you will want to aim for 85%-100% offset.

EXAMPLE: Swimming Pool Size: 16' x 32' (rectangle)

  • Surface Area (Swimming Pool): 512 square feet
  • Desired Heating Goal: 4-5 month swimming season (Solar System Offset = 70%)
  • Recommended Surface Area (Solar Panels): 358 square feet OR roughly (7) 4'x12' panels.

For a complete breakdown on how to select & size the right solar pool heating system, see our complete product sizing & brand selection help page:   

>> SIZING GUIDE: How Many Panels? Which Brand?


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Refund Policy

All product ordered through Solar Pool Supply may be returned for a refund provided; (a) the item(s) are returned within 30 days of receipt of shipment; (b) the item(s) arrive back in a new and unused condition with all the original packaging. If the reason for return is not the result of an error by Solar Pool Supply, the buyer will be responsible for covering the shipping costs involved with the item’s return. Any item that is returned damaged, worn, or impaired in any way will not be accepted and the buyer will need to cover the costs of shipping to have the product returned to them. A 20% restocking fee is required for all returns and will be deducted from the refund. This fee is charged to cover the costs associated with quality control inspections, product handling and processing reimbursements. All returns must be pre-approved; to receive authorization, e-mail us at contact@solarpoolsupply.com.

All orders are considered to have taken place in San Diego, California. All sales are governed by California law with exclusive jurisdiction for any dispute in San Diego, California, USA.

Warranty Claims

All solar heating panels “Collectors” are sold with a manufacturer’s warranty, a copy of which may be found on the brand’s page. Solar Pool Supply is not responsible for any damage incurred as the result of customer negligence or installation error and such incidents are not covered by warranty. All solar heating panels “Collectors” must be installed with new hardware for warranty coverage to apply. For all warranty claims and replacements, the customer is responsible for covering all shipping costs.

Tips to Protect your Purchase

Verify the condition of your product. Any product that arrives damaged or defective must be reported within 72 hours of delivery. Once this window has elapsed, the recipient acknowledges that the product has arrived free of damage or defect and accepts full responsibility for the condition of the product. Future concerns relating to the performance or function of the product must be addressed through a warranty claim subject to the terms and conditions of the manufacturer’s warranty policy.

Use caution when walking near solar collectors.
These products are not designed to be walked or stepped on; such actions may damage the collector and/or riser tubes. Accidental damage during installation is not covered by warranty.

Use only new hardware.
Reusing old hardware has been shown to damage new solar collectors. For warranty coverage to apply, all solar pool heating panels “Collectors” must be installed with new hardware.

Use caution installing rubber couplings.
Damage may result from couplings being pushed too far onto the header manifold, tearing outside riser tubes. This occurs when clamps are left untightened and additional collectors are added. Each side of the coupling should be tightened to the manifold before attempting to insert the other side. Using new hardware WITH internal rubber stoppers virtually eliminates this problem, however caution should still be exercised to mitigate this problem completely.

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Terms of Service

Solar Pool Supply is not responsible for any damage incurred as the result of customer negligence or installation error and such incidents are not covered under warranty. All solar pool heating panels “Collectors” must be installed with new hardware for warranty coverage to apply. For all warranty claims and replacements, the customer is responsible for covering all shipping costs.

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Free shipping applies only to delivery addresses within the contiguous United States. For rates outside of this area, please give us a call to receive a shipping estimate. All orders are shipped via USPS, FedEx Home Delivery, FedEx Ground, or by FedEx Freight Priority. Orders exceeding $350 in value will be shipped with an indirect signature requirement for delivery. This measure is taken to assure these packages are delivered completely into your hands without damage, tampering, or theft.

Product Inspection

Upon delivery, please inspect your package(s) for any signs of damage. All packages leave our warehouse in perfect condition and therefore any damage discovered should be refused at the time of delivery. Once your package has arrived, please open and inspect the condition of your product(s). Any product found to have arrived damaged or defective must be reported within 72 hours of delivery. Once this window has elapsed, the recipient acknowledges that the product has arrived free of damage or defect and accepts full responsibility for the condition of the product. Future concerns relating to the performance or function of the product must be addressed through a warranty claim subject to the terms and conditions of the manufacturer’s warranty policy.

Contacting Us

If there are any questions regarding the terms and conditions of our current policies, please contact us using the information below. support@solarpoolsupply.com