Let's Dive Into A Better Solution!
A Look Into Existing Problems & Solar Pool Supply's Answer.
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 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.
SOLAR POOL SUPPLY'S SOLUTION:
Specially Designed Pipe Connectors with O-Ring's for a Secure Seal to PVC Pipe, Rubber Couplings & 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!
SwimEasy Lite, SwimJoy Lite and Triple Threat contain 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!
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.
SOLAR POOL SUPPLY'S SOLUTION:
State of the Art Manufacturing - Collectors Able To Withstand The Suns Harsh Conditions for 10-20 Years!*
Each and every collector we carry has been field tested and shown to last anywhere from 10-20 years!* SwimEasy, SwimJoy & Triple Threat systems are an investment aiming to save you money, time, and the headache of replacing damaged panels year after year.
*For panels to last full life expectancy, they should be installed on a sloped surface and plumbed in a manner that allows for automatic gravity drainage. Freeze damage must be avoided. This is accomplished by assuring no water is in the collectors when temperatures drop below 40 degrees Fahrenheit.
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.
SOLAR POOL SUPPLY'S SOLUTION:
Complete Specs, Product Data & NSF-50 Certification!
Each system we carry is NSF-50 certificated and comes with a full specification and data sheet with details on; flow rates, performance, measurements, weights, volume capacities, row maximums & more. SwimEasy, SwimJoy and Triple Threat systems utilize the same collectors used by professional installation companies across the world for decades. NSF-50 certification involves rigorous testing with intense scrutiny to see if products meet the standard.
Want to know what it takes to get NSF-50 certified? Click below!
