Marine grade stainless steel also has the added benefit of not requiring regular costly replacement of sacrificial anodes, as required for enamel lined steel tanks. Stainless steel is highly resistant to rusting from either inside or outside of the tank, and provides the best long term life cycle costs. Benefits: Stainless Steel tanks do not require sacrificial anodes, saving on replacement costs every few years. A tank designed specifically for solar systems to ensure maximum solar efficiency, reducing energy costs. Well insulated to ensure that the heat stored from the sun is not lost overnight. Circulation pumps are pre-installed on the tanks saving valuable installation time. All brass or copper fittings for longevity and resistance to leaking.

Benefits: AMCRO selective surface – long lasting and high performance. 7 riser tubes for effective transfer of solar energy to the water. High efficiency collectors for improved solar contribution. Copper Solar absorber to maximise efficiency in collection solar energy. Aluminium casing – corrosion resistant and ideal for coastal areas.

When a Beasley solar water heater is combined with the Rinnai Infinity 26 continuos flow gas heater, you have the most efficient type of solar gas heater available. The Beasley solar heater works as a pre heater, collecting energy from the sun whenever it is available, even in the middle of winter, and storing it in the large capacity, well insulated stainless steel tank. When you turn a hot tap on, the water from the pre heater passes through the Rinnai Infinity solar boost heater, which boosts the temperature to more than 60oC. If the temperature of the water in the pre heater is already above that, the gas burner does not come on at all, and as a consequence, you obtain the maximum possible contribution from the sun, and use the absolute minimum amount of gas. Benefits: Gas is the most economical and environmentally friendly way to boost the water temperature if required. Operates only when the hot tap is turned on and even then, only if the water in the tank is not already hot enough. Continuous flow booster ensures endless flow of hot water, regardless of whether the sun is shining or not. Specifically designed solar gas boosters are available in 2 sizes the S20 and the S26. Available in both Natural Gas or LPG configurations.

The size of the booster depends on several factors including the number of bathrooms, your location and hot water usage patterns.

• Storage gas heaters generally have low levels of gas operating efficiency as measured by the AGA star rating system - (3.5 stars compared to the Rinnai's 5.2 stars).
• Storage gas heaters run out of hot water if consumption exceeds the small tank capacity. The Rinnai never runs out of hot water.
• Gas storage heaters are particularly inefficient when used with solar panels. They generally have a central flue in a small tank, and all the water in the tank is continually being reheated when the temperature drops below the thermostat setting. As a consequence, there is little room left for the water to be heated by the solar panels. Therefor more gas is used than should be, and much of the investment in the solar panels is wasted.

• The most efficient continuous flow heater on the Australian market
• Heats water only on demand, thereby saving gas and money
• It is highly efficient, saving up to 30% on gas cost when compared to a gas storage heater, and more than 60% saving when combined with solar heating
• AGA gas energy rating of 5.2 stars
• Provides excellent water flow for all household needs
• Compact design for easy installation

Beasley Solar Close Coupled Systems

In the close - coupled system, the solar tank is mounted above the solar collectors , and the water rises by natural thermosiphon, through the collectors and into the tank. It is continuously recirculated through the panels until the water reaches the required temperature. The close coupled solar system is technically very efficient, and it has no pump or sensors to be maintained. A special "TA" safety control keeps the water hot but prevents it from overheating.

Beasley Close Coupled System Specifications & Prices

Model	26S 180 1P	26S 330 2P	26S 480 3P
Tank capacity	180 litres	330 litres	480 litres
Solar panels	1	2	3
Panel Length	1940 mm	1940 mm	1940 mm
Panel Width	1025 mm	2100 mm	3175 mm
Weight on roof (full)	kg	kg	kg
Tank material	316 marine grade stainless steel
Electric boosted system (Qld)	$2695	$3396	$5098
Electric boosted FTC system (Vic)	$3448	$4895	$6990
Gas Booster	20 lpm	20 lpm or 26 lpm	26 lpm
Gas input low	16 MJ / h
Gas input high	199 MJ / h
Gas Energy Rating	5.2 stars
Gas Boosted Direct system (Qld)	$3822	$5043	$7452
Gas Boosted FTC system (Vic)	$4026	$5450	$8063

Prices are for supply only, and do not include delivery or installation.
Prices have no adjustment for rebates, which differ between the states, and can be claimed after installation.

With the split system the only thing visible on the roof is the slim - line solar collector panels. Like all Beasley panels these are full copper with AMCRO coating. This coating is chemically bonded to the copper panel enabling it to retain an incredible amount of thermal energy. Compared to normal black surfaces Beasley panels are elite performers. On the ground, the Centurion 12S tank has a stainless steel cylinder, machine welded to make it as tough as nails. Guaranteed for 10 years, it has a distinct advantage over vitreous coated mild steel hot water heaters in that it is virtually maintenance free due to its natural oxide barrier to corrosion. Other heaters require a sacrificial anode to be replaced every few years to ensure the same protection. Toughness and durability are hallmarks of stainless steel. Produced to exacting international standards it is renowned for its superior functional performance in a wide range of applications.

• High quality 316 marine grade stainless steel storage tank - no need for regular replacement of anodes required with mild steel tanks.
• Tank is designed for efficient entry of hot water from the panels.
• Tank is insulated 20% better than the required MEPS standard, to ensure that heat collected from the sun is not lost overnight.
• High performance all - copper solar collectors, with AMCRO selective surface to retain heat energy.
• Brass compression fittings with copper olives, to eliminate costly maintenance caused by leaking synthetic seals.
• Extruded marine grade aluminium collector cases for corrosion resistance and better appearance.
• 5.2 Star Rinnai Infinity continuous flow gas heater, especially designed to minimise gas usage when boosting solar, and avoiding the need for costly & inefficient heating of the storage tank.
• Warranty 7 years on solar tank and panels, three years on Rinnai components, and 10 years on the heat exchanger. The warranty card provides full details of warranty conditions.