Question

Difference between concentrate and non concentrating type solar collectors

Answer 1

FLAT PLATE COLLECTORS

Absorber area is large.Concentration ratio is 1.is uses both beam and diffuse radiation.Application limited to low temperature uses suitable for all places as it can work in clear and cloudy days.Simple in maintenance


CONCENTRATING TYPE OF COLLECTORS

Absorber area is small.Concentration ratio is high.It is uses mainly beam radiationHigh temperature application such as power generation suitable where there are more clear days in a year.Difficult in maintenance