copper leaching in solar thermal system [RE-wrenches]

[matthew tritt]

Graham,

Yes but the long runs in this case are on the solar side of a heat exchanger
and filled with glycol.

Matt
----- Original Message -----
From: "Graham Owen" <graham at solarexpert.com>
To: <RE-wrenches at topica.com>
Sent: Sunday, October 20, 2002 11:08 AM
Subject: RE: copper leaching in solar thermal system [RE-wrenches]


> Hi Todd,
>
> I have never heard of anyone's hair changing color due to a solar water
> heating system, but I have had kids ask me if they will get freckles
> from showering with solar water.  The most common cause of copper
> leaching is having a circulation pump that is oversized, long runs of
> flexible-soft-copper, way to much acidic flux used during installation
> and water quality problems from the supply source.  I have no experience
> with women's hair coloring but I have noticed that sometimes the
> draperies don't match the rug.  No disrespect intended, just exploring
> all avenues.
>
> Graham Owen
> GO Solar
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