Flat Plate Collector
FPC Solar Water Heater
Copper-absorber flat plate systems built for pressurised lines and industrial-scale heating setups.
- Capacity 200 L – 1000 L
- Absorber Copper
- Use Industrial
Overview
An FPC (Flat Plate Collector) solar water heater heats water as it passes through a copper grid bonded to a black-coated absorber plate, sealed under toughened glass in an insulated box. Rugged and pressure-tolerant, FPC is the workhorse choice for hotels, terraces with pressure pumps, and industrial hot-water lines.
Surya Urja FPC systems use copper absorbers with selective coatings for high thermal yield, and are built for pressurised supply and hard-water service — available in thermosiphon or forced-circulation configurations, with heat-exchanger variants for very hard water.
Highlights
Why it stands out
The engineering details that make the FPC Solar Water Heater a dependable, long-term choice.
Copper-absorber durability
A copper riser-and-header grid resists corrosion and delivers steady output for decades of service.
Works under pressure
Handles overhead-tank pressure and pressure pumps — strong, even flow at every tap and shower.
Hard-water ready
Closed-loop heat-exchanger variants keep scaling out of the collector in hard-water regions.
Scales to industry
Bank multiple collectors for hostels, hotels and process heat — from 200 L to several thousand litres a day.
All-metal build
Toughened glass, mineral-wool insulation and a powder-coated casing stand up to weather and roof heat.
Eligible for incentives
Certified components eligible for applicable incentives and accelerated depreciation for businesses.
Specifications
Technical specifications
System
- Capacity
- 200 L – 1000 L+ (bankable)
- Collector
- Flat plate (FPC), copper
- Circulation
- Thermosiphon / forced
Build
- Absorber
- Copper grid, selective black coat
- Glazing
- Toughened low-iron glass
- Insulation
- Mineral wool / PUF
Performance
- Water temperature
- Up to 60–80 °C
- Hard water
- Heat-exchanger option
- Standards
- Built to MNRE norms
Specifications are indicative and configured to your requirement. Ask for exact specs →
Scope of supply
What's included
- Flat plate collector(s)
- Insulated storage tank
- Mounting frame
- Circulation piping (+ pump for forced systems)
- Heat exchanger (hard-water option)
- Backup integration (electric / boiler)
Final scope depends on site conditions and capacity. We confirm everything during the survey.
Applications
Where it's used
From a single installation to a large project, the FPC Solar Water Heater suits a wide range of settings across homes, institutions and industry.
- Hotels & resorts
- Hostels & hospitals
- Apartments & clubhouses
- Dairies & food processing
- Textile & process industry
- Terraces with pressure pumps
Assurance
The Surya Urja standard
- Certified components, built to standard
- Savings of up to 80% on energy bills
- All-weather performance, built for India
- Low-maintenance, long service life
- 5-year manufacturer warranty*
Manufactured in Anand, Gujarat · installed and serviced by our own team.
FAQ
Questions, answered
Why is FPC better for hotels and industry?
It tolerates line pressure and continuous high-volume draw, and banks easily into large arrays — ideal for commercial and process loads.
Can FPC handle hard water?
Yes — our closed-loop heat-exchanger variant keeps scaling out of the collector, the key to long life in hard-water areas.
Thermosiphon or forced circulation?
Thermosiphon (tank above the collector) is simplest and pump-free. Forced circulation adds a small pump and controller for large arrays, or where the tank sits below the collectors.
Is there a tax benefit for businesses?
Commercial solar thermal typically qualifies for accelerated depreciation. Your accountant can confirm the current rate; we provide compliant documentation.
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