Collector Dimensions
| Nominal Size (feet) | 4 x 12 | 4 x 10 | 4 x 8 | 4 x 12 | 4 x 10 | 4 x 8 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Overall Length (inches) |
144 |
120 |
96 |
144 |
120 |
96 |
|
Absorber Width (inches) |
47 |
47 |
47 |
47 |
47 |
47 |
|
Mounting Center (inches) |
51 |
51 |
51 |
51 |
51 |
51 |
|
Manifold Length (inches) |
50.5 |
50.5 |
50.5 |
50.5 |
50.5 |
50.5 |
|
Manifold O.D. (inches) |
1.9 |
1.9 |
1.9 |
2.4 |
2.4 |
2.4 |
|
Manifold I.D. (inches) |
1.5 |
1.5 |
1.5 |
2 |
2 |
2 |
|
Gross Collector Area (ft²) |
47.3 |
39.3 |
31.4 |
47.3 |
39.3 |
31.4 |
|
Net Collector Area (ft²) |
47.3 |
39.3 |
31.4 |
47.3 |
39.3 |
31.4 |
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Weights
| Nominal Size (feet) | 4 x 12 | 4 x 10 | 4 x 8 | 4 x 12 | 4 x 10 | 4 x 8 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Dry (lbs) |
21.3 |
17.1 |
14.3 |
22.3 |
18.1 |
15.3 |
|
Wet (lbs) |
48 |
41.6 |
35.1 |
54 |
47.6 |
41.1 |
|
Wet (lbs/ft²) |
1.0 |
1.0 |
1.1 |
1.1 |
1.2 |
1.3 |
|
Manifold Length (inches) |
50.5 |
50.5 |
50.5 |
50.5 |
50.5 |
50.5 |
|
Fluid Capacity (gal) |
3.2 |
2.9 |
2.5 |
3.8 |
3.5 |
3.1 |
Flow Rates
| Nominal Size (feet) | 4 x 12 | 4 x 10 | 4 x 8 | 4 x 12 | 4 x 10 | 4 x 8 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Maximum (GPM) |
10 |
10 |
10 |
10 |
10 |
10 |
|
Standard (GPM) |
5 |
4 |
3.25 |
5 |
4 |
3.25
|
|
Minimum (GPM) |
3 |
2.5 |
2.5 |
3 |
2.5 |
2.5 |
|
Max Collectors in Series at Standard Flow Rate |
10 |
12 |
12 |
12 |
14 |
14 |
Rated Pressures
| Pressure Drop: | 0.05 @ 2.5 GPM; 0.20 @ 5.0 GPM; 0.60 @ 10.0 GPM |
|---|---|
|
Recommended Max Operating Pressure: |
50 PSI @ 77°F
|
|
Maximum Operating Pressure: |
75 PSI @ 77°F; 35 PSI @ 140°F
|
|
Design Burst Pressure: |
Greater than 100 PSI @ 140°F
|
Technical Specifications FAQs
Collectors are offered in standard sizes of 4x12, 4x10, and 4x8 feet, as well as various custom sizes, giving flexibility to match different pool sizes and installation spaces.
Depending on the size, collectors weigh between 14–22 pounds when dry, and between 35–54 pounds when filled with water (about one pound per square foot).
Each collector has a fluid capacity ranging from about 2.5 to 3.8 gallons, depending on the size.
Standard flow rates range from 3.25 to 5 gallons per minute (GPM), with maximum flow up to 10 GPM per collector.
At standard flow rates, systems can connect between 10 and 14 collectors in series, depending on the collector size.
Collectors are designed for a recommended maximum operating pressure of 50 PSI at 77°F, with a burst pressure greater than 100 PSI at 140°F.
Yes. All collectors are NSF-certified to meet strict standards for safety, durability, and performance.