State-of-the-art manufacturing coupled with special additives merge to create a panel capable of withstanding the harsh conditions of a rooftop, in all types of weather, for up to 15-20 years! Each panel is put up against more than 40 quality control inspections throughout the entire manufacturing process to ensure the final product.
Above Ground Pools - Inground Pools - Spas, Hot Tubs & Jacuzzis!
SwimEasy Triple Threat
State of the Art Manufacturing
High-Performance Solar Panels
Each collector is thermally-welded and insert-molded. A direct, metered manifold delivers a balanced flow through the collector and prevents hot-spots. A tube-and-web design separates each individual round tube by a thin strip or “web”. This design allows for normal expansion and contraction while collecting more heat. It also minimizes heat loss from wind.
Designed To Last
15-20 Years!
SwimEasy solar collectors are made in USA and undergo state-of-the-art manufacturing techniques designed to significantly increase the materials resistance to UV light. This process eliminates the inherent quality issues that plague cheaply manufactured products which typically see a lifespan of only 1-2 years.
Premium Pentair
Valves
Pentair lube-free valves have excellent flow characteristics and are manufactured to strict quality standards.
Optimum positive seal valves never require lubrication. They are constructed of durable PVC and provide a lifetime of superior performance (high flow rate, withstands pressure up to 150 psi).
Revolutionary Attachment Method!
Triple Threat introduces a revolutionary breakthrough to the swimming pool industry - specially designed adapters which provide a completely leak-free seal, whether you want to connect to flex hose or PVC pipe! All without the use of any threaded fittings.
All The Bells & Whistles!
This system was designed to include as many of the required components as possible to fit a wide range of installation types!
Triple Threat can be connected to flex hose or PVC pipe, mounted to a roof, ground rack, pergola, shed, pool house, ext!
WHAT OUR CUSTOMERS SAY!
Reviewed: Triple Threat High-Performance Solar Pool Heater DIY Kit
"bought the 4 panel triple threat complete kit for my 21 foot pool here in the blue ridge mountains in va...what an awesome kit them guys put together....great service on talking to them shipping was fast and everything was in the kit that needed to be...great instructions in the kit and its so easy to install...now on the performance it is unbelievable...on a cloudy day around 80 degrees it will still raise water temperature 5 degrees now it has hit fourth day right at 90 degrees and lows around 68 at night the water temperature is 94 degrees...you cant go wrong on buying this kit....thanks solar pool supply"
Lee P. (7/5/2023)
Above Ground Pools, Inground Pools
+ Spas, Hot Tubs & Jacuzzis!
State of the Art Manufacturing
State-of-the-art manufacturing coupled with special additives merge to create a panel capable of withstanding the harsh conditions of a rooftop, in all types of weather, for up to 15-20 years! Each panel is put up against more than 40 quality control inspections throughout the entire manufacturing process to ensure the final product.
High-Performance Solar Panels
Each collector is thermally-welded and insert-molded. A direct, metered manifold delivers a balanced flow through the collector and prevents hot-spots. A tube-and-web design separates each individual round tube by a thin strip or “web”. This design allows for normal expansion and contraction while collecting more heat. It also minimizes heat loss from wind.
Designed To Last
15-20 Years!
SwimEasy solar collectors are made in USA and undergo state-of-the-art manufacturing techniques designed to significantly increase the materials resistance to UV light. This process eliminates the inherent quality issues that plague cheaply manufactured products which typically see a lifespan of only 1-2 years.
Premium Pentair Valves
Pentair lube-free valves have excellent flow characteristics and are manufactured to strict quality standards.
Optimum positive seal valves never require lubrication. They are constructed of durable PVC and provide a lifetime of superior performance (high flow rate, withstands pressure up to 150 psi).
Revolutionary Attachment Method!
Triple Threat introduces a revolutionary breakthrough to the swimming pool industry - specially designed adapters which provide a completely leak-free seal, whether you want to connect to flex hose or PVC pipe! All without the use of any threaded fittings.
All The Bells & Whistles!
This system was designed to include as many of the required components as possible to fit a wide range of installation types!
Triple Threat can be connected to flex hose or PVC pipe, mounted to a roof, ground rack, pergola, shed, pool house, ext!
WHAT OUR CUSTOMERS SAY!
Reviewed: Triple Threat High-Performance Solar Pool Heater DIY Kit
"bought the 4 panel triple threat complete kit for my 21 foot pool here in the blue ridge mountains in va...what an awesome kit them guys put together....great service on talking to them shipping was fast and everything was in the kit that needed to be...great instructions in the kit and its so easy to install...now on the performance it is unbelievable...on a cloudy day around 80 degrees it will still raise water temperature 5 degrees now it has hit fourth day right at 90 degrees and lows around 68 at night the water temperature is 94 degrees...you cant go wrong on buying this kit....thanks solar pool supply"
Lee P. (7/5/2023)
REVOLUTIONARY ALL-PURPOSE
SOLAR POOL HEATER!
Above Ground Pools
Inground Pools
Spas, Hot Tubs & Jacuzzi's!
WHAT OUR CUSTOMERS SAY!
Reviewed: Triple Threat High-Performance Solar Pool Heater DIY Kit
"bought the 4 panel triple threat complete kit for my 21 foot pool here in the blue ridge mountains in va...what an awesome kit them guys put together....great service on talking to them shipping was fast and everything was in the kit that needed to be...great instructions in the kit and its so easy to install...now on the performance it is unbelievable...on a cloudy day around 80 degrees it will still raise water temperature 5 degrees now it has hit fourth day right at 90 degrees and lows around 68 at night the water temperature is 94 degrees...you cant go wrong on buying this kit....thanks solar pool supply"
Lee P. (7/5/2023)
High-Performance Solar Panels
Each collector is thermally-welded and insert-molded. A direct, metered manifold delivers a balanced flow through the collector and prevents hot-spots. A tube-and-web design separates each individual round tube by a thin strip or “web”. This design allows for normal expansion and contraction while collecting more heat. It also minimizes heat loss from wind.
State of the Art Manufacturing
State-of-the-art manufacturing coupled with special additives merge to create a panel capable of withstanding the harsh conditions of a rooftop, in all types of weather, for up to 15-20 years! Each panel is put up against more than 40 quality control inspections throughout the entire manufacturing process to ensure the final product.
Designed To Last 15-20 Years!
SwimEasy solar collectors are made in USA and undergo state-of-the-art manufacturing techniques designed to significantly increase the materials resistance to UV light. This process eliminates the inherent quality issues that plague cheaply manufactured products which typically see a lifespan of only 1-2 years.
Premium Pentair Valves
Pentair lube-free valves have excellent flow characteristics and are manufactured to strict quality standards.
Optimum positive seal valves never require lubrication. They are constructed of durable PVC and provide a lifetime of superior performance (high flow rate, withstands pressure up to 150 psi).
Revolutionary Attachment Method!
Triple Threat introduces a revolutionary breakthrough to the swimming pool industry - specially designed adapters which provide a completely leak-free seal, whether you want to connect to flex hose or PVC pipe! All without the use of any threaded fittings.
All The Bells & Whistles!
This system was designed to include as many of the required components as possible to fit a wide range of installation types!
Triple Threat can be connected to flex hose or PVC pipe, mounted to a roof, ground rack, pergola, shed, pool house, ext!
SwimEasy Triple Threat has been designed specifically to solve inherent quality issues that plague existing above ground swimming pool solar heaters.
The SwimEasy Difference
Unmodified polypropylene has a high rate of degradation from UV exposure. Sunlight breaks down the plastic and weakens it, a serious problem for a solar collector as its very nature is to collect as much sunlight as possible. Each absorber plate of a SwimEasy solar collector is made from a propylene copolymer with synergistic antioxidants and UV screen including carbon black.
These special additives, coupled with state-of-the art manufacturing techniques, substantially increase the material’s resistance to UV light. These are vital components and essential for a solar collector to be capable of withstanding the sun's harsh conditions on a roof-top, through all forms of weather, for many years.
Products made from plastic typically start out as one-of-two types of resin blends:
Masterbatch
Natural (clear) resin pellets are mixed with a concentrate during the extrusion process. This concentrate would contain additives and fillers used to affect the end-product’s physical appearance or properties. Sometimes called a “salt-and-pepper blend,” this type of mix is less expensive for the manufacturer to use, but can often result in uneven distribution of key additives.
Precompounded
Compounding is a process of melt-blending plastics with other additives. This process alters the physical, thermal, or aesthetic characteristics of the plastic. Compounding starts with a base resin, which is blended with additives in an industrial mixer, producing a final resin ready for use in manufacturing. Additives are evenly distributed throughout the resin and subsequent end-products.
A Look Into Existing
Market Challenges &
Triple Threat's Solution!
PROBLEM # 1
Threaded Fittings: Notorious For Poor Seals & Leaking Connections
Plastic threaded fittings do not provide a secure connection and tend to leak quite frequently. They also run the risk of getting cross threaded as many cheaper plastic threads do not always line up well.
The problem is made even worse if this fitting type is ever used on a swimming pool with a larger pump. Larger above ground pools, as well as just about any inground pool will utilize a pump that operates at a higher pressure. We have had customers call in that attempted to connect a threaded fitting system to their inground pool and blew the connections.
Threaded fittings are not designed for the operating pressure of these pumps. These swimming pools utilize pumps that operate at higher pressures that threaded fittings simply cannot hold.
TRIPLE THREAT SOLUTION:
Heavy-Duty CPVC Adapters for a Completely Secure Connection PVC Pipe OR Flex Hose!
Connects Flex Hose Directly to Rubber Couplings for a Perfect Seal!
Connects Flex Hose Directly to PVC Pipe, Fittings & Valves for a Perfect Seal!
Triple Threat contains no threaded fittings. We manufactured special adapters that connect with the use of O-rings & hose clamps for a completely secure, leak-free seal. These are the connection types used with high pressure inground pool systems, previously unavailable for above ground (flex hose style) swimming pools.
We solved the problem by developing the necessary adapter to make this connection type a reality for pool owners of all kinds!
We solved the problem by developing the necessary adapter to make this connection type a reality for pool owners of all kinds!
PROBLEM # 2
Low Quality Non-Positive Seal Diverter Valve’s
Poorly constructed non-positive seal valve’s are typically used in above ground or "hybrid" solar pool heating systems. They are a less expensive way of diverting water to and from a solar system.
*Non-positive seal valves, like the name suggests, do not provide a complete seal within the valve, meaning some water is allowed to pass through the closed port. These are commonly used with solar pool heaters to allow the system to drain when the pump shuts off (with the draining water getting through the "closed" port).
The problem here is when the solar system is in opperation. By definition, a non-positive seal valve will not force all the water through the solar collectors.
To optimize performance, we must optimize flow. This means assuring the best possible flow rate throw the system (flow is an extremely important characteristic with any solar system to assure optimal performance).
Flow is one of the most important aspects on any solar pool heating system!
To assure maximum flow and superior performance, Triple Threat includes only Pentair Optimum Positive Seal Valves!
You could have the best solar collectors in the world, if your components are not able to deliver adequate flow, it really doesn’t matter, your performance will always be hindered by the weakest part of the system.
*A drain loop assembly is included which solves the drainage problem and allows for gravity drainage of the panels and piping to still occur.
TRIPLE THREAT SOLUTION:
Pentair Optimum Positive Seal Diverter Valve's
3-Way Optimum Positive Seal Diverter
2-Way Optimum Positive Seal Isolation
Triple Threat includes two premium Pentair Optimum Positive Seal Diverter Valve's. Positive seal valve's assure maximum flow is maintained for maximum heating performance. It's pointless to provide a premium system if it's not accompanied with premium connectors & valves to assure maximize performance and efficiency.
The efficiency of any solar pool heating system is all about flow! Pentair Optimum Positive Seal Valves have excellent flow characteristics. They are also manufactured to strict quality standards & never require lubrication! They provide a lifetime of superior performance, high flow rate & withstand pressure up to 150 psi.
PROBLEM # 3
Poorly Manufactured Solar Collectors That Last Only a Couple Years
Unmodified polypropylene has a high rate of degradation from UV exposure. Sunlight breaks down the plastic and weakens it, a serious problem for a solar collector as its very nature is to collect as much sunlight as possible.
We observed a large portion of the above ground marketing providing solar collectors that at first glance, gave off the impression of a much lower sticker price. The cost over time however, may be 2 or 3 times higher as the panels generally need to be replaced far more often, doubling or tripling the price over an extended timespan.
TRIPLE THREAT SOLUTION:
State of the Art Manufacturing. Collectors Able To Withstand The Suns Harsh Conditions for 15-20 Years!*
Triple Threat solar panels undergo a state-of-the-art manufacturing process designed to significantly increase the materials resistance to UV light. This process eliminates the inherent quality issues that plague cheaply manufactured products which typically see a lifespan of only 1-2 years. Triple Threat solar panels are an investment aiming to save you money, time, and the headache of replacing damaged panels year after year.
Each absorber plate of a Triple Threat solar collector is made from a propylene copolymer with synergistic antioxidants and UV screen including carbon black. When these special additives are coupled with a process of melt-blending the plastic, the thermal characteristics are altered, substantially increasing the material’s resistance to UV light. This process is vital in creating a solar panel capable of withstanding the sun's harsh conditions for years to come.
*For panels to last full life expectancy of 15-20 years, they should be installed on a sloped surface and plumbed in a manner that allows for automatic gravity drainage. Triple Threat comes with everything you need to allow for this functionality. Freeze damage must be avoided! This is accomplished by assuring no water is in the collectors when temperatures drop below 40 degrees Fahrenheit.
PROBLEM # 4
To Many Various "Add-on Kits".
It seems in an attempt to get prices as low as possible, some of these above ground kits have been broken down to the most basic packages.
You need a certain plumbing kit for how your going to attach the system, a certain mounting kit for how you are going to mount the system. It can be confusing to understand exactly what your getting and what you need to install the system the way you need.
This can also lead to misleading prices as the cost may appear low for the "system", however once all the essential hardware packages are included, the price can be quite different than the original assumption.
TRIPLE THREAT SOLUTION:
The Most Comprehensive Package Yet!
Triple Threat was designed to include as many of the required components as possible to fit a wide array of installation types and methods.
Triple Threat can be connected to 1.25/1.5" flex hose or 1.5" PVC pipe, and can be mounted to a roof, ground rack, pergola, shed, pool house, ext!
*This system cannot address 100% of the unique or individual circumstances possible for every installation. Some components will need to be sourced from a local hardware store and/or pool shop.
PROBLEM # 5
No Published Data on Specs or Performance
We have yet to encounter any above ground solar pool heater or inground/above ground hybrid with any published data on how the system actually performs. We see a plethora of product descriptions (sometimes quite misleading) proclaiming all sorts of various temperature increases. We have yet to uncover any actual data on any of these systems proving these results.
Some homeowners like the challenge of making the absolute best of what they have & aim to optimize for maximum heating performance & longevity. To achieve this goal requires information on flow rates and how much water should be moving through the system. Without any data, this is impossible.
Want to plan ahead and construct a rack for your panels? Doing so requires data on the measurements of the panels. Without this data, planning your project can be very difficult.
TRIPLE THREAT SOLUTION:
Complete Specs, Product Data & NSF-50!
Complete specification and data sheet with details on; flow rates, performance ratings, measurements, weights, volume capacities, row maximums & more. SwimEasy Triple Threat solar collectors were not just thrown into a molding machine with some text written on what they can do; these are the same collectors used by professional installation companies across the United States for more then 50 years. Not only that, they are NSF-50 certified!
Solar Pool Supply SwimEasy solar collectors are NSF-50 certified!
A Look Into Existing
Market Challenges &
Triple Threat's Solution!
PROBLEM # 1
Threaded Fittings: Notorious For Poor Seals & Leaking Connections
Plastic threaded fittings do not provide a secure connection and tend to leak quite frequently. They also run the risk of getting cross threaded as many cheaper plastic threads do not always line up well.
The problem is made even worse if this fitting type is ever used on a swimming pool with a larger pump. Larger above ground pools, as well as just about any inground pool will utilize a pump that operates at a higher pressure. We have had customers call in that attempted to connect a threaded fitting system to their inground pool and blew the connections.
Threaded fittings are not designed for the operating pressure of these pumps. These swimming pools utilize pumps that operate at higher pressures that threaded fittings simply cannot hold.
TRIPLE THREAT SOLUTION:
Heavy-Duty CPVC Adapters for a Completely Secure Connection PVC Pipe OR Flex Hose!
Connects Flex Hose Directly to Rubber Couplings for a Perfect Seal!
Connects Flex Hose Directly to PVC Pipe, Fittings & Valves for a Perfect Seal!
Triple Threat contains no threaded fittings. We manufactured special adapters that connect with the use of O-rings & hose clamps for a completely secure, leak-free seal. These are the connection types used with high pressure inground pool systems, previously unavailable for above ground (flex hose style) swimming pools.
We solved the problem by developing the necessary adapter to make this connection type a reality for pool owners of all kinds!
We solved the problem by developing the necessary adapter to make this connection type a reality for pool owners of all kinds!
PROBLEM # 2
Low Quality Non-Positive Seal Diverter Valve’s
Poorly constructed non-positive seal valve’s are typically used in above ground or "hybrid" solar pool heating systems. They are a less expensive way of diverting water to and from a solar system.
*Non-positive seal valves, like the name suggests, do not provide a complete seal within the valve, meaning some water is allowed to pass through the closed port. These are commonly used with solar pool heaters to allow the system to drain when the pump shuts off (with the draining water getting through the "closed" port).
The problem here is when the solar system is in opperation. By definition, a non-positive seal valve will not force all the water through the solar collectors.
To optimize performance, we must optimize flow. This means assuring the best possible flow rate throw the system (flow is an extremely important characteristic with any solar system to assure optimal performance).
Flow is one of the most important aspects on any solar pool heating system!
To assure maximum flow and superior performance, Triple Threat includes only Pentair Optimum Positive Seal Valves!
You could have the best solar collectors in the world, if your components are not able to deliver adequate flow, it really doesn’t matter, your performance will always be hindered by the weakest part of the system.
*A drain loop assembly is included which solves the drainage problem and allows for gravity drainage of the panels and piping to still occur.
TRIPLE THREAT SOLUTION:
Pentair Optimum Positive Seal Diverter Valve's
3-Way Optimum Positive Seal Diverter
2-Way Optimum Positive Seal Isolation
Triple Threat includes two premium Pentair Optimum Positive Seal Diverter Valve's. Positive seal valve's assure maximum flow is maintained for maximum heating performance. It's pointless to provide a premium system if it's not accompanied with premium connectors & valves to assure maximize performance and efficiency.
The efficiency of any solar pool heating system is all about flow! Pentair Optimum Positive Seal Valves have excellent flow characteristics. They are also manufactured to strict quality standards & never require lubrication! They provide a lifetime of superior performance, high flow rate & withstand pressure up to 150 psi.
PROBLEM # 3
Poorly Manufactured Solar Collectors That Last Only a Couple Years
Unmodified polypropylene has a high rate of degradation from UV exposure. Sunlight breaks down the plastic and weakens it, a serious problem for a solar collector as its very nature is to collect as much sunlight as possible.
We observed a large portion of the above ground marketing providing solar collectors that at first glance, gave off the impression of a much lower sticker price. The cost over time however, may be 2 or 3 times higher as the panels generally need to be replaced far more often, doubling or tripling the price over an extended timespan.
TRIPLE THREAT SOLUTION:
State of the Art Manufacturing. Collectors Able To Withstand The Suns Harsh Conditions for 15-20 Years!*
Triple Threat solar panels undergo a state-of-the-art manufacturing process designed to significantly increase the materials resistance to UV light. This process eliminates the inherent quality issues that plague cheaply manufactured products which typically see a lifespan of only 1-2 years. Triple Threat solar panels are an investment aiming to save you money, time, and the headache of replacing damaged panels year after year.
Each absorber plate of a Triple Threat solar collector is made from a propylene copolymer with synergistic antioxidants and UV screen including carbon black. When these special additives are coupled with a process of melt-blending the plastic, the thermal characteristics are altered, substantially increasing the material’s resistance to UV light. This process is vital in creating a solar panel capable of withstanding the sun's harsh conditions for years to come.
*For panels to last full life expectancy of 15-20 years, they should be installed on a sloped surface and plumbed in a manner that allows for automatic gravity drainage. Triple Threat comes with everything you need to allow for this functionality. Freeze damage must be avoided! This is accomplished by assuring no water is in the collectors when temperatures drop below 40 degrees Fahrenheit.
PROBLEM # 4
To Many Various "Add-on Kits".
It seems in an attempt to get prices as low as possible, some of these above ground kits have been broken down to the most basic packages.
You need a certain plumbing kit for how your going to attach the system, a certain mounting kit for how you are going to mount the system. It can be confusing to understand exactly what your getting and what you need to install the system the way you need.
This can also lead to misleading prices as the cost may appear low for the "system", however once all the essential hardware packages are included, the price can be quite different than the original assumption.
TRIPLE THREAT SOLUTION:
The Most Comprehensive Package Yet!
Triple Threat was designed to include as many of the required components as possible to fit a wide array of installation types and methods.
Triple Threat can be connected to 1.25/1.5" flex hose or 1.5" PVC pipe, and can be mounted to a roof, ground rack, pergola, shed, pool house, ext!
*This system cannot address 100% of the unique or individual circumstances possible for every installation. Some components will need to be sourced from a local hardware store and/or pool shop.
PROBLEM # 5
No Published Data on Specs or Performance
We have yet to encounter any above ground solar pool heater or inground/above ground hybrid with any published data on how the system actually performs. We see a plethora of product descriptions (sometimes quite misleading) proclaiming all sorts of various temperature increases. We have yet to uncover any actual data on any of these systems proving these results.
Some homeowners like the challenge of making the absolute best of what they have & aim to optimize for maximum heating performance & longevity. To achieve this goal requires information on flow rates and how much water should be moving through the system. Without any data, this is impossible.
Want to plan ahead and construct a rack for your panels? Doing so requires data on the measurements of the panels. Without this data, planning your project can be very difficult.
TRIPLE THREAT SOLUTION:
Complete Specs, Product Data & NSF-50!
Complete specification and data sheet with details on; flow rates, performance ratings, measurements, weights, volume capacities, row maximums & more. SwimEasy Triple Threat solar collectors were not just thrown into a molding machine with some text written on what they can do; these are the same collectors used by professional installation companies across the United States for more then 50 years. Not only that, they are NSF-50 certified!
SolarPoolSupply SwimEasy
Solar Panels are NSF-50 Certified!
The SwimEasy Difference
The SwimEasy Difference
Unmodified polypropylene has a high rate of degradation from UV exposure. Sunlight breaks down the plastic and weakens it, a serious problem for a solar collector as its very nature is to collect as much sunlight as possible.
Each absorber plate of a SwimEasy solar collector is made from a propylene copolymer with synergistic antioxidants and UV screen including carbon black.
These special additives, coupled with state-of-the art manufacturing techniques, substantially increase the material’s resistance to UV light.
These are vital components and essential for a solar collector to be capable of withstanding the sun's harsh conditions on a roof-top, through all forms of weather, for many years.
Products made from plastic typically start out as one-of-two types of resin blends:
Masterbatch
Natural (clear) resin pellets are mixed with a concentrate during the extrusion process. This concentrate would contain additives and fillers used to affect the end-product’s physical appearance or properties. Sometimes called a “salt-and-pepper blend,” this type of mix is less expensive for the manufacturer to use, but can often result in uneven distribution of key additives.
Precompounded
Compounding is a process of melt-blending plastics with other additives. This process alters the physical, thermal, or aesthetic characteristics of the plastic. Compounding starts with a base resin, which is blended with additives in an industrial mixer, producing a final resin ready for use in manufacturing. Additives are evenly distributed throughout the resin and subsequent end-products.
A Look Into Existing
Market Challenges &
Triple Threat's Solution!
PROBLEM # 1
Threaded Fittings: Notorious For Poor Seals & Leaking Connections
Plastic threaded fittings do not provide a secure connection and tend to leak quite frequently. They also run the risk of getting cross threaded as many cheaper plastic threads do not always line up well.
The problem is made even worse if this fitting type is ever used on a swimming pool with a larger pump. Larger above ground pools, as well as just about any inground pool will utilize a pump that operates at a higher pressure. We have had customers call in that attempted to connect a threaded fitting system to their inground pool and blew the connections.
Threaded fittings are not designed for the operating pressure of these pumps. These swimming pools utilize pumps that operate at higher pressures that threaded fittings simply cannot hold.
TRIPLE THREAT SOLUTION:
Heavy-Duty CPVC Adapters for a Completely Secure Connection PVC Pipe OR Flex Hose!
Connects Flex Hose Directly to Rubber Couplings for a Perfect Seal!
Connects Flex Hose Directly to PVC Pipe, Fittings & Valves for a Perfect Seal!
Triple Threat contains no threaded fittings. We manufactured special adapters that connect with the use of O-rings & hose clamps for a completely secure, leak-free seal. These are the connection types used with high pressure inground pool systems, previously unavailable for above ground (flex hose style) swimming pools.
We solved the problem by developing the necessary adapter to make this connection type a reality for pool owners of all kinds!
We solved the problem by developing the necessary adapter to make this connection type a reality for pool owners of all kinds!
PROBLEM # 2
Low Quality Non-Positive Seal Diverter Valve’s
Poorly constructed non-positive seal valve’s are typically used in above ground or "hybrid" solar pool heating systems. They are a less expensive way of diverting water to and from a solar system.
*Non-positive seal valves, like the name suggests, do not provide a complete seal within the valve, meaning some water is allowed to pass through the closed port. These are commonly used with solar pool heaters to allow the system to drain when the pump shuts off (with the draining water getting through the "closed" port).
The problem here is when the solar system is in opperation. By definition, a non-positive seal valve will not force all the water through the solar collectors.
To optimize performance, we must optimize flow. This means assuring the best possible flow rate throw the system (flow is an extremely important characteristic with any solar system to assure optimal performance).
Flow is one of the most important aspects on any solar pool heating system!
To assure maximum flow and superior performance, Triple Threat includes only Pentair Optimum Positive Seal Valves!
You could have the best solar collectors in the world, if your components are not able to deliver adequate flow, it really doesn’t matter, your performance will always be hindered by the weakest part of the system.
*A drain loop assembly is included which solves the drainage problem and allows for gravity drainage of the panels and piping to still occur.
TRIPLE THREAT SOLUTION:
Pentair Optimum Positive Seal Diverter Valve's
3-Way Optimum Positive Seal Diverter
2-Way Optimum Positive Seal Isolation
Triple Threat includes two premium Pentair Optimum Positive Seal Diverter Valve's. Positive seal valve's assure maximum flow is maintained for maximum heating performance. It's pointless to provide a premium system if it's not accompanied with premium connectors & valves to assure maximize performance and efficiency.
The efficiency of any solar pool heating system is all about flow! Pentair Optimum Positive Seal Valves have excellent flow characteristics. They are also manufactured to strict quality standards & never require lubrication! They provide a lifetime of superior performance, high flow rate & withstand pressure up to 150 psi.
PROBLEM # 3
Poorly Manufactured Solar Collectors That Last Only a Couple Years
Unmodified polypropylene has a high rate of degradation from UV exposure. Sunlight breaks down the plastic and weakens it, a serious problem for a solar collector as its very nature is to collect as much sunlight as possible.
We observed a large portion of the above ground marketing providing solar collectors that at first glance, gave off the impression of a much lower sticker price. The cost over time however, may be 2 or 3 times higher as the panels generally need to be replaced far more often, doubling or tripling the price over an extended timespan.
TRIPLE THREAT SOLUTION:
State of the Art Manufacturing. Collectors Able To Withstand The Suns Harsh Conditions for 15-20 Years!*
Triple Threat solar panels undergo a state-of-the-art manufacturing process designed to significantly increase the materials resistance to UV light. This process eliminates the inherent quality issues that plague cheaply manufactured products which typically see a lifespan of only 1-2 years. Triple Threat solar panels are an investment aiming to save you money, time, and the headache of replacing damaged panels year after year.
Each absorber plate of a Triple Threat solar collector is made from a propylene copolymer with synergistic antioxidants and UV screen including carbon black. When these special additives are coupled with a process of melt-blending the plastic, the thermal characteristics are altered, substantially increasing the material’s resistance to UV light. This process is vital in creating a solar panel capable of withstanding the sun's harsh conditions for years to come.
*For panels to last full life expectancy of 15-20 years, they should be installed on a sloped surface and plumbed in a manner that allows for automatic gravity drainage. Triple Threat comes with everything you need to allow for this functionality. Freeze damage must be avoided! This is accomplished by assuring no water is in the collectors when temperatures drop below 40 degrees Fahrenheit.
PROBLEM # 4
To Many Various "Add-on Kits".
It seems in an attempt to get prices as low as possible, some of these above ground kits have been broken down to the most basic packages.
You need a certain plumbing kit for how your going to attach the system, a certain mounting kit for how you are going to mount the system. It can be confusing to understand exactly what your getting and what you need to install the system the way you need.
This can also lead to misleading prices as the cost may appear low for the "system", however once all the essential hardware packages are included, the price can be quite different than the original assumption.
TRIPLE THREAT SOLUTION:
The Most Comprehensive Package Yet!
Triple Threat was designed to include as many of the required components as possible to fit a wide array of installation types and methods.
Triple Threat can be connected to 1.25/1.5" flex hose or 1.5" PVC pipe, and can be mounted to a roof, ground rack, pergola, shed, pool house, ext!
*This system cannot address 100% of the unique or individual circumstances possible for every installation. Some components will need to be sourced from a local hardware store and/or pool shop.
PROBLEM # 5
No Published Data on Specs or Performance
We have yet to encounter any above ground solar pool heater or inground/above ground hybrid with any published data on how the system actually performs. We see a plethora of product descriptions (sometimes quite misleading) proclaiming all sorts of various temperature increases. We have yet to uncover any actual data on any of these systems proving these results.
Some homeowners like the challenge of making the absolute best of what they have & aim to optimize for maximum heating performance & longevity. To achieve this goal requires information on flow rates and how much water should be moving through the system. Without any data, this is impossible.
Want to plan ahead and construct a rack for your panels? Doing so requires data on the measurements of the panels. Without this data, planning your project can be very difficult.
TRIPLE THREAT SOLUTION:
Complete Specs, Product Data & NSF-50!
Complete specification and data sheet with details on; flow rates, performance ratings, measurements, weights, volume capacities, row maximums & more. SwimEasy Triple Threat solar collectors were not just thrown into a molding machine with some text written on what they can do; these are the same collectors used by professional installation companies across the United States for more then 50 years. Not only that, they are NSF-50 certified!
SolarPoolSupply SwimEasy Solar Panels are NSF-50 Certified!
WHAT'S INCLUDED?
Panel Kit
Contains the necessary parts for installing a solar pool heating panel to the mounting surface and connecting one panel to another within a system.
Panel connector hoses are molded EPDM rubber designed specifically for use with solar pool heating systems. Outlet header bracket, strap brackets and hose clamps are stainless steel construction for optimal strength and corrosion resistance.
Flashing bases are also included to support lag bolt attachment to the mounting surface and provide enhanced seal.
- Durable UV-resistant EPDM rubber for long life in direct sun.
- Reinforced center prevents deformation from pressure and vacuum.
- Hose-clamp indicator ridges for perfect placement and seal.
- Stainless-steel brackets and clamps.
- Hoses are 3.75" wide.
One (1) Panel Kit is included for each solar panel provided in the kit.
Row Kit
Contains the parts necessary for making water connections from a row ("bank") of solar pool heating panels to the system's supply and return plumbing lines. Specialized pipe connectors create a leak-free seal between solar panels and PVC pipe. These pipe connectors are an extremely important component for any solar pool heating system and should always be used to connect PVC pipe to solar panels via a rubber coupling hose. Also contains the parts necessary to aid in gravity drainage of the panels and piping, as well as cap off a single row of solar panels.
Each Row Kit includes a vacuum relief valve. Vacuum relief valve's allows air to enter the solar pool heating system when the pool pump shuts off to facilitate automatic gravity drainage of the panels and pipe. This is an extremely important aspect of solar pool heating systems to prevent freeze damage, as well as keep air from stagnating within the panels and piping.
One (1) Row Kit is included with each system. If you are installing your panels in multiple rows, you will need one (1) additional Row Kit per row of solar panels.
Flex Hose Adapter Kit
Includes specialized adapters developed to connect either 1.25" or 1.5" flex hose directly to the Triple Threat solar pool heating system. Contains adapters to attach to the solar panels, PVC fittings, 3-port valve and 2-port valve.
Triple Threat contains no threaded fittings. Specialized adapters connect with the use of O-rings & hose clamps for a completely secure, leak-free seal. These are the connection types used with high pressure inground pool systems, previously unavailable for above ground (flex hose style) swimming pools.
Each Triple Threat system comes with a full set of adapters to connect to either 1.25”/1.5” flex hose, or PVC pipe.
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- No Threaded Fittings!
- O-ring attachment for a secure, leak-free free seal!
- Made of durable CPVC.
One (1) Flex Hose Adapter Kit is included with each system.
Accessory & Completion Kit
Contains the necessary parts for completing a standard roof mounted installation of the Triple Threat solar pool heating system. One of these components is the Drain Loop Assembly, which allows for the automatic gravity drainage of the panels & piping when the pump shuts off. This functionality is critical for keeping systems protected from freeze damage when temperatures drop below 40 degrees Fahrenheit.
This kit is also used for assisting in alternative installation methods. Kit includes enough strapping for up to (6) solar collectors. If more strap is needed, additional may be purchased by searching for PN: 16007 (available in multiple lengths, or 100 ft. bulk roll).
When solar panels are installed horizontally OR on a ground mounted surface near pool level, panels will either need to be connected to an automation system with freeze protection enabled or manually drained of all water whenever temperatures are expected to drop below 40 degrees Fahrenheit (temperature at which freeze damage can begin to occur).
One (1) Flex Hose Adapter Kit is included with each system.
Pentair 3-Port Diverter Valve, Positive Seal
Triple Threat includes premium Pentair Optimum Positive Seal Diverter Valve's. Positive seal valve's assure maximum flow is maintained for a maximum heating performance.
Pentair Optimum Positive Seal Valves have excellent flow characteristics. They are also manufactured to strict quality standards & never require lubrication!
3-Port valves are used to divert water either to the solar array (turn solar on), or back to the pool (turning solar off).
- Maintenance-free PTFE coated diverter requires no lubrication.
- Positive seal ensures complete isolation.
- Withstands pressure up to 150 psi.
- Fiberglass reinforced handle with field-adjustable stop positions.
- Allows attachment to either 1.5" or 2" plumbing and inlet can be plumbed at any port.
One (1) Pentair 3-Port Diverter Valve is included with each system.
Pentair 2-Port Diverter Valve, Positive Seal
Triple Threat includes premium Pentair Optimum Positive Seal Diverter Valve's. Positive seal valve's assure maximum flow is maintained for a maximum heating performance.
Pentair Optimum Positive Seal Valves have excellent flow characteristics. They are also manufactured to strict quality standards & never require lubrication!
2-Port valves are used to isolate the solar system for winterization, keep water from backflowing through the panels when the system is shut off, or system maintenance.
- Maintenance-free PTFE coated diverter requires no lubrication.
- Positive seal ensures complete isolation.
- Withstands pressure up to 150 psi.
- Fiberglass reinforced handle with field-adjustable stop positions.
- Allows attachment to either 1.5" or 2" plumbing and inlet can be plumbed at any port.
One (1) Pentair 2-Port Diverter Valve is included with each system.
WHAT'S INCLUDED?
Panel Kit
Contains the necessary parts for installing a solar pool heating panel to the mounting surface and connecting one panel to another within a system.
Panel connector hoses are molded EPDM rubber designed specifically for use with solar pool heating systems. Outlet header bracket, strap brackets and hose clamps are stainless steel construction for optimal strength and corrosion resistance.
Flashing bases are also included to support lag bolt attachment to the mounting surface and provide enhanced seal.
- Durable UV-resistant EPDM rubber for long life in direct sun.
- Reinforced center prevents deformation from pressure and vacuum.
- Hose-clamp indicator ridges for perfect placement and seal.
- Stainless-steel brackets and clamps.
- Hoses are 3.75" wide.
One (1) Panel Kit is included for each solar panel provided in the kit.
Row Kit
Contains the parts necessary for making water connections from a row ("bank") of solar pool heating panels to the system's supply and return plumbing lines. Specialized pipe connectors create a leak-free seal between solar panels and PVC pipe. These pipe connectors are an extremely important component for any solar pool heating system and should always be used to connect PVC pipe to solar panels via a rubber coupling hose. Also contains the parts necessary to aid in gravity drainage of the panels and piping, as well as cap off a single row of solar panels.
Each Row Kit includes a vacuum relief valve. Vacuum relief valve's allows air to enter the solar pool heating system when the pool pump shuts off to facilitate automatic gravity drainage of the panels and pipe. This is an extremely important aspect of solar pool heating systems to prevent freeze damage, as well as keep air from stagnating within the panels and piping.
One (1) Row Kit is included with each system. If you are installing your panels in multiple rows, you will need one (1) additional Row Kit per row of solar panels.
Flex Hose Adapter Kit
Includes specialized adapters developed to connect either 1.25" or 1.5" flex hose directly to the Triple Threat solar pool heating system. Contains adapters to attach to the solar panels, PVC fittings, 3-port valve and 2-port valve.
Triple Threat contains no threaded fittings. Specialized adapters connect with the use of O-rings & hose clamps for a completely secure, leak-free seal. These are the connection types used with high pressure inground pool systems, previously unavailable for above ground (flex hose style) swimming pools.
Each Triple Threat system comes with a full set of adapters to connect to either 1.25”/1.5” flex hose, or PVC pipe.
-
- No Threaded Fittings!
- O-ring attachment for a secure, leak-free free seal!
- Made of durable CPVC.
One (1) Flex Hose Adapter Kit is included with each system.
Accessory & Completion Kit
Contains the necessary parts for completing a standard roof mounted installation of the Triple Threat solar pool heating system. One of these components is the Drain Loop Assembly, which allows for the automatic gravity drainage of the panels & piping when the pump shuts off. This functionality is critical for keeping systems protected from freeze damage when temperatures drop below 40 degrees Fahrenheit.
This kit is also used for assisting in alternative installation methods. Kit includes enough strapping for up to (6) solar collectors. If more strap is needed, additional may be purchased by searching for PN: 16007 (available in multiple lengths, or 100 ft. bulk roll).
When solar panels are installed horizontally OR on a ground mounted surface near pool level, panels will either need to be connected to an automation system with freeze protection enabled or manually drained of all water whenever temperatures are expected to drop below 40 degrees Fahrenheit (temperature at which freeze damage can begin to occur).
One (1) Flex Hose Adapter Kit is included with each system.
Pentair 3-Port Diverter Valve, Positive Seal
Triple Threat includes premium Pentair Optimum Positive Seal Diverter Valve's. Positive seal valve's assure maximum flow is maintained for a maximum heating performance.
Pentair Optimum Positive Seal Valves have excellent flow characteristics. They are also manufactured to strict quality standards & never require lubrication!
3-Port valves are used to divert water either to the solar array (turn solar on), or back to the pool (turning solar off).
- Maintenance-free PTFE coated diverter requires no lubrication.
- Positive seal ensures complete isolation.
- Withstands pressure up to 150 psi.
- Fiberglass reinforced handle with field-adjustable stop positions.
- Allows attachment to either 1.5" or 2" plumbing and inlet can be plumbed at any port.
One (1) Pentair 3-Port Diverter Valve is included with each system.
Pentair 2-Port Diverter Valve, Positive Seal
Triple Threat includes premium Pentair Optimum Positive Seal Diverter Valve's. Positive seal valve's assure maximum flow is maintained for a maximum heating performance.
Pentair Optimum Positive Seal Valves have excellent flow characteristics. They are also manufactured to strict quality standards & never require lubrication!
2-Port valves are used to isolate the solar system for winterization, keep water from backflowing through the panels when the system is shut off, or system maintenance.
- Maintenance-free PTFE coated diverter requires no lubrication.
- Positive seal ensures complete isolation.
- Withstands pressure up to 150 psi.
- Fiberglass reinforced handle with field-adjustable stop positions.
- Allows attachment to either 1.5" or 2" plumbing and inlet can be plumbed at any port.
One (1) Pentair 2-Port Diverter Valve is included with each system.
RECENT INSTALLATION
HOW MANY PANELS DO I NEED?
For help determining the number of panels you will need to heat your swimming pool and provide the results your looking for, see our informational help page:
Here we discuss all the factors that should be considered when planning your solar pool heating system. We will walk you through the planning phases, step by step, and help you identify the best setup for your pool, climate zone & heating goals.
How Many Panels Do I Need?
For help determining the number of panels you will need to heat your swimming pool and provide the results your looking for, see our informational help page:
Here we discuss all the factors that should be considered when planning your solar pool heating system. We will walk you through the planning phases, step by step, and help you identify the best setup for your pool, climate zone & heating goals.
