iW Solar builds the iW-F series flat plate solar collector in one standard 2,000 × 1,000 × 80 mm format, with six absorber and coating combinations, a 0.6 MPa working pressure rating and a 25-year design life. B2B manufacturing and OEM & ODM for importers and distributors since 2013.
A flat plate solar collector is an insulated, weatherproof panel that turns sunlight into usable heat for hot water and heating systems. Sunlight passes through a tempered glass cover, is absorbed by a selectively coated absorber plate, and is carried away by copper tubes welded to the back of the plate. From there the heat travels to the storage tank in water or a glycol mixture.
iW Solar manufactures the iW-F series flat plate solar collector in Taian City, Shandong Province. Every panel uses one standard format of 2,000 × 1,000 × 80 mm with 2.00 m² gross area, which keeps roof layout planning and container loading simple for our distributors. Six absorber and coating combinations are available, from an economical anodised aluminium version to laser-welded black chrome and blue film versions.
Buyers search for this product under both names, so let us settle it here: a flat panel solar collector and a flat plate solar collector are exactly the same device — a flat, rectangular panel with a glass cover and an absorber inside. “Flat plate collector” is the more common term in technical and European contexts, while “flat panel collector” is widely used in trade. Whichever name your customers use, the iW-F series is the product behind both.
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Models | SC-F-C/A, SC-F-C/A1, SC-F-C/BC, SC-F-C/BC1, SC-F-C/VC, SC-F-C/VC1 |
| Dimension (L × W × T) | 2,000 × 1,000 × 80 mm |
| Gross area | 2.00 m² |
| Cover | Tempered textured glass, 4 mm, transmittance up to 92% |
| Absorber coating | Anodic oxidation / black chrome / Chinese blue film / German blue film |
| Welding | Ultrasonic welding (A series) or laser welding (BC and VC series) |
| Header and riser pipe | Copper TP2, 22 × 0.6 mm |
| Max working pressure | 0.6 MPa (pressure tested to 0.8 MPa) |
| Max operating temperature | ≤ 200 °C |
| Insulation | Glass wool, 30 mm back / 20 mm sides |
| Frame | 6063 aluminium alloy |
| Back cover | Embossed aluminium sheet |
| Seal | EPDM |
| Net weight | 36 – 38 kg depending on model |
| Design service life | 25 years |
The absorber is where a flat plate collector earns its keep, so the iW-F series comes in six build combinations:
Not sure which version to quote? Send us your market and target price and we will recommend the right build. For background on materials, see our solar water heater material guide.
Flat plate collectors are the natural fit when your market has:
If your market has hard winters, compare it with our heat pipe solar collector, which keeps working down to -35 °C. And for the lowest-cost household option where budget leads the decision, see our non-pressure solar water heater.
iW Solar is a B2B manufacturer, not a retail shop. That means the collector is built around your business:
Yes. Both terms describe the same product — a flat, glazed panel with an absorber plate inside. “Flat plate collector” is the technical term used in most standards and in Europe; “flat panel collector” is a common trade name. The iW-F series covers both.
Yes. The collector is rated for 0.6 MPa working pressure and pressure tested to 0.8 MPa, so it works with pressurised tanks, heat pumps and split systems.
Black chrome with laser welding (SC-F-C/BC) is the most popular export specification. Choose anodic oxidation for price-driven markets and blue film versions where a premium look matters, such as visible European-style installations.
The iW-F series is engineered for a 25-year service life, and complete solar water heater systems built with it typically last 15–20 years depending on water quality and maintenance.
MOQ starts from 1 set for market testing. Production takes 18–25 working days after order confirmation, and we reply to every enquiry within 12 hours.
Tell us your target market, estimated annual quantity and any drawing or tender specification you already have. Our engineers will come back with a recommended model, coating and price within 12 hours.
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