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fothermo 1 kW solar heating rod ROD-1000, direct PV connection without inverter, G 1½

Name: fothermo 1 kW solar heating rod ROD-1000, direct PV connection without inverter, G 1½
Brand: fothermo
SKU: ROD-1000
Price: 499.0 EUR
Availability: InStock

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Description

The fothermo 1 kW solar heating rod ROD-1000 is screwed into a suitable hot water tank with a G 1½ connection and heats the water with direct current straight from PV modules, without an inverter and without a 230 V grid connection for heating operation. An integrated MPP tracker controls the heating power continuously up to 1,000 W. Water temperature and power are shown on the digital display. The solar heating rod relieves the existing gas, oil or pellet heating or heat pump in domestic hot water preparation; when the sun is not shining, the existing heating system takes over.

Features

Retrofit into existing tanks with G 1½ socket (6/4 inch), immersion depth 295 mm
Continuously variable heating power from 0 to 1,000 W, recommended for 1,500 to 2,500 Wp PV power
Digital display for power and temperature, water temperature adjustable from 5 to 65 °C
Surplus output: after reaching the set maximum temperature it switches over to a further solar heating rod or a compatible micro PV inverter
Supplied with two pairs of solar connectors

Technical data according to the manufacturer

Item number	ROD-1000
EAN	4260714970273
Heating power	0 to 1,000 W, continuously controlled
Max. open circuit voltage (Voc)	50 V DC
Min. module voltage (Vmpp)	36 V (max. 800 W heating power)
Recommended module voltage (Vmpp)	38 to 43 V (for 1,000 W heating power)
Max. input current	23 A DC, automatic current limitation
Max. PV input power	3,000 Wp
Recommended PV input power	1,500 to 2,500 Wp
PV wiring	parallel connection, no series connection
DC input / MPP tracker	1 / 1
Water temperature range	5 to 65 °C, max. 85 °C in lime-free water
Surplus output	max. 1,000 W, max. 23 A, 0 to 50 V depending on module voltage
Screw-in thread	G 1½ (6/4 inch), wrench size 60
Rod length / immersion depth	315 mm / 295 mm
Unheated length	50 mm
Mounting position	horizontal
Dimensions L × H × W	468 × 140 × 154 mm
Protection class	IP20
Operating and storage temperature	-10 to +35 °C
Weight	0.9 kg
Country of origin	Germany

Scope of delivery

1 × solar heating rod ROD-1000
Safety and quick guide
Quick installation guide
Crimping instructions and PV warning label
2 × pairs of solar connectors

Also required

PV modules, suitable hot water tank with G 1½ connection
Solar cables and parallel connectors
Optional devices for surplus use separately

Notes

The achievable heating power depends on the MPP voltage of the modules. For 1,000 W, modules with 38 to 43 V Vmpp are required.
Connect PV modules in parallel only, max. 50 V open circuit voltage. Extension at least 6 mm², max. 25 m distance according to the instructions.
Check installation space, G 1½ connection and immersion depth on the tank beforehand. The heating rod is installed horizontally.
Fill the tank completely before connecting the PV modules, do not operate the heating rod dry. Ensure earthing and protective devices.
During heating, PV power above the usable heating power is curtailed. The PV power is not split between heating rod and inverter at the same time. For feed-in, only use micro PV inverters from the manufacturer's whitelist.
Technical data according to the manufacturer fothermo. The operating instructions are authoritative.

Note: Mounting, water and electrical connection by a qualified installer. On request our experienced installation partners take care of mounting, installation and maintenance at the customer site.

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Manufacturer information and safety (GPSR)

Manufacturer

fothermo System AG
Im Starkfeld 45b
89231 Neu-Ulm
Germany
Email: info@fothermo.com
Web: fothermo.com

Seller

Dalakakis & Qureshi GbR (wohnungstechnik.de)
Rosensteinstraße 21
70191 Stuttgart
Germany
Email: info@wohnungstechnik.de

Product identification: fothermo 1 kW solar heating rod ROD-1000, direct PV connection without inverter, G 1½, item no. ROD-1000

Safety information

Electrical connection only by a qualified electrician in accordance with the applicable regulations (e.g. DIN VDE 0100).
Disconnect the device from the mains on all poles before installation, maintenance or cleaning and secure it against being switched on again.
Installation by a qualified installer in accordance with recognised engineering practice (for drinking water installations e.g. DIN EN 806 and DIN 1988).
Observe the permissible operating pressure and temperature specified by the manufacturer. Depressurise the system and let it cool down before working on it.
Read the manufacturer's instructions and safety information before use and keep them. Data sheets and manuals, where available, can be found under "Data sheets and manuals (PDF)".

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