Product Catalog 2004

Evacuated tube collectors

CPC OEM
CPC w OEM
 Table of Contents

Development/design Production Outgoing goods warehouse

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Evacuated tube collectors CPC 6 OEM, CPC 12 OEM, CPC 18 OEM

for domestic water heating and backup space heating

Technical data 6
Wooden crate CPC OEM 8
One-way transportation pallet CPC OEM 8
Connection kit CPC SPEED OEM 8
Connection kit CPC OEM 8
Roof mounting kit for evacuated tube collector CPC OEM 8/9
Flat roof / wall mounting kit for evacuated tube collector CPC OEM 9
Spare parts for evacuated tube collector CPC OEM 9

Evacuated tube collectors CPC 16 w OEM, CPC 20 w OEM

for domestic water heating

Technical data 10
One-way transportation pallet CPC w OEM 11
Connection kit CPC w OEM 11
Roof mounting kit for evacuated tube collector CPC w OEM 11
Flat roof / wall mounting kit for evacuated tube collector CPC w OEM 11
Spare parts for evacuated tube collector CPC w OEM 12

Accessories
Solar controller AS 65 13
Filling and rinsing station 14

Sales support
Tube hand sample 15
Collector model 15
Tube case 15

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 Technology

Ritter Solar evacuated tube collectors are mass-produced products made in Baden-Württemberg. Their outstanding design,
professional finishing, top quality and high energy yield, as well as their excellent price/performance ratio make them stand
out. High-quality, corrosion resistant and tested materials ensure smooth operation over a long useful life. The well-known
indestructibility of Ritter solar tubes was confirmed by positive test results in the impact-from-hail test according to DIN EN
12975-2 and the thermal shock test (ITW test report No. 02COL 282).

The evacuated tube collector CPC OEM was developed especially for
solar domestic water heating and for solar backup space heating. The
low pressure loss allows several modules to be connected in series.
The aperture area measurements of 1.0, 2.0 and 3.0 m2 allow accurate
adjustment to water and/or space heating requirements. We also paid
careful attention on details which are important for mounting the
system: the solar installation is delivered with a tentered sun protection
sheet to allow putting the system into operation even during maximum
solar irradiation. Hand straps which can be attached to the collector
frame ensure safe and easy transport onto and across the roof, and can
be used as transport straps for quick crane mounting.

The evacuated tube collector CPC w OEM is a specialist system for

efficient domestic water heating. It was developed especially for hot
water production in one-family-houses. It can be used as a stand-alone
collector which cannot be linked with additional modules. At 3.2 and
4.0 m2 aperture area, the modules are a manageable size and very
efficient, and can be easily and quickly mounted.

To increase the efficiency of evacuated tube collectors, a highly

reflecting, weather-proof CPC (compound parabolic concentrator)
is fitted behind the evacuated tubes. The special, improved
geometry of the mirror ensures that direct and diffuse sunlight falls
onto the absorber even when the angle of incidence is not ideal.
This considerably improves the energy yield.
Angled irradiation

Diffuse irradiation
Direct irradiation
The evacuated tube is a product with improved geometry and perfor-
mance. Two concentric glass tubes are closed on one side, forming a
hemisphere, and fused and hermetically sealed with each other on the
other side (evacuated insulation).
To use solar energy, the internal glass tube is coated with an environ-
mentally friendly, highly selective layer on the outside, thus turning it
into an absorber. The coating is protected in the evacuated space. The
aluminium nitrite sputter coating used is characterized by extremely
low emissions and excellent absorption.

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 Technology

In the development of the collectors, Ritter Solar used their many

years of experience with CPC in combination with the latest findings
from production technology.

Sharp mirror edges are framed in the aluminium frame profile. The
edges of the collector frame are sealed with rubber profiles. Only
few screws are used in those places which need to be unfastened for
maintenance; rivets are not used.

In the CPC w OEM, the hydraulic connections and the sensor are
located at the centre on top of the collector. The hydraulic connections
to the collector are fastened and unfastened with metal cutting ring
connections. This is the only type of connection which is completely
wear-and-tear-free and gas-proof.

The inlet and outlet pipes may be fitted on the left or the right of the
manifold.

Depending on the location of the inlet pipe the sensor is placed on the
right or the left.

The pipe registers are mass produced with just a minimum number of
soldering points. This results in high leakage-safety and a reduction of
internal scaling.

A low specific area leads to the desired low heat capacity.

The mirror is produced from a metal sheet with protective coating

using accurate roll forming technology.

Due to the special fastening technique the mirror can be exchanged

without using tools.

The heat conducting plates are made of aluminium so that even high
stagnation temperatures have no effect on the metal’s characteristics.
The heat conduction plate is folded into both copper tubes.

The tube holder can be mounted and demounted from the foot rail
without using tools.

Sharp edges are sealed with rubber profiles.

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 Evacuated tube collectors CPC 6 OEM, CPC 12 OEM, CPC 18 OEM

Evacuated tube collectors

CPC 6 OEM, CPC 12 OEM, CPC 18 OEM
for domestic water heating and backup space heating, series connection

Includes:
fully pre-mounted unit consisting of:
• Evacuated tubes according to the thermos principle
• manifold with direct flow heat conduction unit
and dry tube connection
• CPC mirror
• Collectors are packed in individual boxes.
Additional sun protection sheet over evacuated tubes.

Mounting types:
• Roof mounting
• Flat roof/wall mounting
Note: The manifold must always be mounted on top. The
minimum angle for sloped roof and flat roof mounting is 15°.

Series CPC 6 OEM CPC 12 OEM CPC 18 OEM

Number of evacuated tubes 6 12 18
η0 (Aperture area), DIN 4757-4 or EN 12975 % 66,1 66,1 66,1
c1 with wind, in relation to aperture area W/(m2k) 0,82 0,82 0,82
c2 with wind, in relation to aperture area W/(m2k2) 0,0064 0,0064 0,0064
yield forecast kWh/m a2
660 660 660
(reference location Würzburg, Germany, aperture area 3 m2)
yield forecast kWh/m2a 586 586 586
(reference location Würzburg, Germany, aperture area 5 m2)
grid measurements (length, height, depth) m 0,70 x 1,64 x 0,1 1,39 x 1,64 x 0,1 2,08 x 1,64 x 0,1
gross area m2 1,14 2,28 3,41
aperture area m2 1,0 2,0 3,0
absorber capacity l 0,8 1,6 2,4
weight kg 19 37 54
max. working pressure burden bar 10 10 10
max. stagnation temperature °C 295 295 295
connection diameter of inlet and outlet tube mm 15 15 15
feeler sleeve mm 6 6 6
material of collector Al / Cu / glass / silicone / PBT / EPDM / TE
material of glass tube borosilicate glass 3.3
material of selective absorber coating aluminium nitrite
glass tube (outside and inside thickness/ mm 47/37/1,6/1500
wall thickness/length of tube)
colour (aluminium frame profile, powder-coated) RAL 7015
colour (plastic parts) black
thermal shock test ITW test number 02COL282
impact-from-hail test according to DIN EN 12975-2 TÜV test number 435/142448
qualification approval number 01-228-770
order no. OEM-1006 OEM-1012 OEM-1018
if more than 7,000 m /a is ordered, the collector can be adapted to requirements
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 Evacuated tube collectors CPC 6 OEM, CPC 12 OEM, CPC 18 OEM

Pressure drop of the tube collectors CPC 6, 12, 18 OEM

Heat distribution medium: Tyfocor LS, medium temperature 40°C
Pressure drop [l/min.]

Flow rate [l/min.]

Efficiency characteristic curve

at 800 W/m2 irradiation
Efficiency η

∆T = Tcollector – Tambient air [K]

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 Evacuated tube collectors CPC 6 OEM, CPC 12 OEM, CPC 18 OEM

Wooden crate CPC OEM

For transport, we offer the option of packing each collector in a wooden crate in addition to the standard cardboard
packaging. The collectors are hooped in units of 5 each.

series CPC 12 OEM CPC 18 OEM

order No. HZ-1000 HZ-1001

One-way transportation pallet CPC OEM

As an alternative to the wooden crate. Two metal posts placed vertically at each end of the pallet prevent slipping
or tilting of the upright-standing collectors.
Transportation possibility for: 8 x CPC 6 OEM Pallet dimensions: 0,80 x 1,20 m
5 x CPC 12/18 OEM Pallet dimensions: 0,80 x 2,20 m

series CPC 6 OEM CPC 12 OEM CPC 18 OEM

order No. HZ -1100 HZ-1200 HZ-1200

Connection kit CPC SPEED OEM

Includes 2 pieces of flexible metal hose of 1 m each, heat insulated, 2 straight threaded joints each,
2 bushing sets 15 x 12, 2 supporting sleeves 15 mm and 12 mm.

series CPC 6 OEM CPC 12 OEM CPC 18 OEM

order No. 88-3050 88-3050 88-3050

Connection kit CPC OEM

Includes 2 straight threaded joints, 2 90° angles, 2 bushing sets 15 x 12,
4 supporting sleeves 15 mm and 12 mm

series CPC 6 OEM CPC 12 OEM CPC 18 OEM

order No. 88-3051 88-3051 88-3051

Roof mounting kit slated roof CPC OEM

Includes:
• collector bearing rail (CPC OEM 12 ... 2 pieces, CPC OEM 18 ... 3 pieces)
• fastening shackle
• claws
• various mounting materials
material: galvanized steel

series slated roof ADM CPC 6 OEM ADM CPC 12 OEM ADM CPC 18 OEM
order No. 88-3020 88-3020 88-3030

for 2 linked CPC 6 OEM ADM CPC 6/2 OEM

order No. 88-3023

for 3 linked CPC 6 OEM ADM CPC 6/3 OEM

order No. 88-3033

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 Evacuated tube collectors CPC 6 OEM, CPC 12 OEM, CPC 18 OEM

Extension set
for connecting 2 or more ADM 6/2 and/or ADM 6/3, comprising 2 x connecting rails with mounting elements.

series ADM extension

Bestell-Nr. 88-3040

Roof mounting kit corrugated slab CPC OEM

material: galvanized steel

Type corrugated slab ADM CPC 6 OEM E ADM CPC 12 OEM E ADM CPC 18 OEM E
order No. 88-3021 88-3021 88-3031

for 2 linked CPC 6 OEM ADM CPC 6/2 OEM E

order No. 88-3024

for 3 linked CPC 6 OEM ADM CPC 6/3 OEM E

order No. 88-3034

Flat roof / wall mounting kit CPC OEM

for mounting on walls, flat roofs, or on slightly slanted roofs (5° to 20°).
Includes: • 2 angle frames, weight 10 kg / frame
• L-bar, 35 x 35 x 3 mm, galvanized
• small parts

series 45° FDM CPC 6 OEM FDM CPC 12 OEM FDM CPC 18 OEM
order No. 88-3011 88-3011 88-3011

series 30/60° FDM CPC 6 OEM FDM CPC 12 OEM FDM CPC 18 OEM
order No. 88-3010 88-3010 88-3010

Spare parts for evacuated tube collector CPC OEM

Spare parts can only be ordered in packs.

description pack contains order No.

manifold casing profile CPC 6 OEM 1 OEM-2122
manifold casing profile CPC 12 OEM 1 OEM-2152
manifold casing profile CPC 18 OEM 1 OEM-2182
rubber tube washer, black 40 88-9001
screws 3,5 x 16 60 88-4002
tube holder, black 40 88-8001
rubber bung for side profile, left 12 88-9002
rubber bung for side profile, right 12 88-9003
mirror plate CPC OEM, 3-fold, for 3 tubes 10 88-2014
evacuated tube, 1500 mm length 18 08-1991
spare part kit heat conduction plate 36 88-1103
straight threaded joint 15 mm 25 08-6059
90° threaded elbow joint 15 mm 25 08-6064
reduction 15 x 12 mm for clamping ring 10 88-6005
support sleeve 12 mm 100 08-6046
support sleeve 15 mm 100 08-6047

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 Evacuated tube collectors CPC 16 w OEM, CPC 20 w OEM

Evacuated tube collectors

CPC 16 w OEM, CPC 20 w OEM
for domestic water heating, no series connection

Includes:
fully pre-mounted unit consisting of:
• Evacuated tubes according to the thermos principle
• manifold with direct flow heat conduction unit
and dry tube connection
• CPC mirror
• Collectors are packed in individual boxes.
Additional sun protection sheet over evacuated tubes.

Mounting types:
• Roof mounting
• Flat roof/wall mounting
Note: The manifold must always be mounted on top.
The minimum angle for sloped roof and flat roof mounting is 15°.

Series CPC 16 w OEM CPC 20 w OEM

Number of evacuated tubes 16 20
η0 in relation to aperture area, DIN 4757-4 or EN 1297 % 58,1 58,1
c1 with wind, in relation to aperture area W/(m2k) 0,928 0,928
c2 with wind, in relation to aperture area W/(m2k2) 0,001 0,001
collector yield (location: Würzburg, 3 m2 surface) KWh/(m2a) 596 596
collector yield (location: Würzburg, 5 m2 surface) KWh/(m2a) 550 550
grid measurements (length, height, depth) m 1,85 x 1,90 x 0,10 2,31 x 1,90 x 0,10
gross area m2 3,52 4,37
aperture area m2 3,2 4,0
absorber capacity l 2,5 3,1
weight kg 57 72
max. working pressure burden bar 10 10
max. stagnation temperature °C 295 295
pressure loss at 2.0 l/min, at 40 °C, approx. mbar 274 343
connection diameter, clamping screw for inlet/outlet pipe mm 12 12
feeler sleeve and feeler Pt 1000 mm 4 4
material of collector Al / Cu / glass / silicone / PBT / EPDM / TE
material of glass tube borosilicate glass 3.3
material of selective absorber coating aluminium nitrite
glass tube (outside and inside thickness/ mm 47/37/1.6/1800
wall thickness/length of tube)
colour (aluminium frame profile, anodized) aluminium grey
colour (plastic parts) black
thermal shock test ITW test number 02COL282
impact-from-hail test according to DIN EN 12975-2 TÜV test number 435/142448
order No. OEM-1016 OEM-1020
if more than 7,000 m /a is ordered, the collector can be adapted to requirements
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 Evacuated tube collectors CPC 16 w OEM, CPC 20 w OEM

One-way transportation pallet CPC w OEM

As an alternative to the wooden crate. Two metal posts placed vertically at each end of the pallet prevent slipping
or tilting of the upright-standing collectors.
Transportation possibility for: 5 x CPC 16 w OEM Pallet dimensions: 0,80 x 2,20 m
5 x CPC 20 w OEM Pallet dimensions: 0,80 x 2,40 m

series CPC 16 w OEM CPC 20 w OEM

order No. HZ-1200 HZ-1300

Connection kit CPC w OEM

includes 2 flexible metal hoses of 0.9 m each, 2 straight threaded joints each 12 mm,
4 supporting sleeves 12 mm

series CPC 16 w OEM CPC 20 w OEM

order No. 08-8313 08-8313

Roof mounting kit CPC w OEM

Includes:
• collector bearing rail (CPC 16 w OEM ... 2 pieces, CPC 20 w OEM ... 3 pieces)
• fastening shackle
• claws
• various mounting materials
material: galvanized steel

series slated roof ADM CPC 16 w OEM ADM CPC 20 w OEM

order No. 08-8303 08-8304

Flat roof / wall mounting kit CPC w OEM

for mounting on walls, flat roofs, or on slightly slanted roofs (5° to 20°).

Includes:
• 2 (resp. 3) angle frames, weight 10 kg / frame
• L-bar, 35 x 35 x 3 mm, galvanized
• small parts

series 45° FDM CPC 16 w OEM FDM CPC 20 w OEM

order No. 08-8305 08-8306

series 30/60° FDM CPC 16 w OEM FDM CPC 20 w OEM

order No. 08-8307 08-8308

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 Vakuum-Röhrenkollektoren CPC 16 w OEM, CPC 20 w OEM

Spare parts for evacuated tube collector CPC w OEM

Spare parts can only be ordered in packs.

description pack contains order No.

manifold case profile CPC 16 w OEM 1 88-1088
manifold case profile CPC 20 w OEM 1 88-1089
side panels for mainfold 2 88-8004
rubber tube washer, black 40 88-9001
tube holder, black 40 88-8001
rubber bung for side profile, left 12 88-9002
rubber bung for side profile, right 12 88-9003
mirror plate CPC w OEM, 3-fold, for 1 tube 10 88-2032
mirror plate CPC w OEM, 3-fold, for 3 tubes 10 88-2033
evacuated tube, 1800 mm length 20 08-8312
spare part kit heat conducting plate 20 88-1104
straight threaded joint 12/8 mm 25 88-6012
reduction 15 x 12 mm for clamping ring 10 88-6005
support sleeve 12 mm 100 08-6046
support sleeve 8 mm 100 88-6007

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 Accessories

Solar controller AS 65

Scope of delivery:
• Solar controller
• 1 collector feeler Pt 1000,
high-temperature resistant,
1.5 m silicone cable
• 2 memory feelers Pt 1000, 2.5 m cable
• 1 accessories bag (screws, pegs, spare fuse)

Technical data
functions switch-on and switch-off temperature difference,
tube collector pushing function, thermostat switch-on and
switch-off function, freeze protection function (with
operation of the solar system without antifreeze), memory
maximum temperature limitation, operational monitoring.
operating voltage 210-250 V (AC), 50...60Hz
power consumption approx. 2 VA
protection class IP 40 / DIN 40050
housing plastics, PC-ABS and PMMA
dimensions, H x W x D 172 x 110 x 46 mm
assembly wall mounting
display LCD, multi-functional combination display with 8 pictograms,
two text fields with two digits, and two 7-segment displays
with four digits, 2-color LED.
operation three push-button actuators in housing front
input 3 feeler inputs Pt 1000
output 2 relay output
ambient temperature 0....40 °C
contact rating output solar pump max. 4 A
contact rating output reheating max. 4 A
total switching current max. 4 A
fuse in the controller pot fuse 4 AT
dimensions, L x W x H 460 x 350 x 580 mm
order No. RL-1065

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 Accessories

Filling and rinsing station

The filling and rinsing station helps with taking into operation and maintaining closed systems such as solar installations,
floor heating, etc. It allows filling, rinsing and pressure checks of the system without bubbles.

Includes:
• filling and rinsing station with 20 l stainless steel tank
• centrifugal pump
• mains connection cable with switch
• pressure hose 1/2" x 3 m
• 2 reflow hoses 1/2" x 3 m
• inflow baffle inside the tank
• drain cock with hose
• pressure reducer
• safety valve 6 bar
• manometer
• fine and rough filter

Technical data
working pressure 6 bar at 5 l/min.
motor 230 V/50 Hz, 370 W
tank volume 20 l
safety valve 6 bar
pressure reducer 0,7 to 6 bar, adjustable
manometer 10 bar
temperature resistance max. 80 °C, short term
weight 23 kg with hoses
measurements LxWxH 460 x 350 x 580 mm
order No. 08-5609

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 Sales support

Tube hand sample

Individual tube of 30 cm length,
incl. heat conduction plate and pipe register.

order No. OEM-6000

Collector model
Collector model with 3 tubes,
fully functioning miniature tube collector.

L x W = 400 x 400 mm

order No. OEM-6001

Tube case
Tube with CPC mirror,
heat conduction plate and pipe register
in aluminium case with lid.
Suitable for transport and display.

order No. OEM-6002

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