{"product_id":"sun-command-solar-pool-heating-panels","title":"Sun Command Pool Heating - 2 Panel Kit","description":"\u003cp\u003eHeat your swimming pool naturally with \u003cstrong\u003eSun Command Solar Pool Heating Panels\u003c\/strong\u003e. These durable flat solar collectors are made from solid \u003cstrong\u003epolypropylene\u003c\/strong\u003e and are designed to harness the sun’s energy to warm your pool water efficiently and affordably.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach panel features a \u003cstrong\u003e50mm inlet and outlet header\u003c\/strong\u003e that channels water through multiple small internal passages for excellent heat transfer. When combined with a \u003cstrong\u003epool cover\u003c\/strong\u003e and correctly sized filtration system, Sun Command can typically raise pool water temperature by \u003cstrong\u003e8 to 12°C\u003c\/strong\u003e, helping extend the swimming season to \u003cstrong\u003eup to 9 months of the year\u003c\/strong\u003e in suitable conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is one of the most practical ways to heat a swimming pool in South Africa. There are no rising electricity costs from a conventional heater, no complicated fuel requirements, and minimal ongoing running costs. It is a smart long-term solution for homeowners who want warmer water and more time in the pool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor most recreational swimmers, a pool temperature of \u003cstrong\u003e28°C to 32°C\u003c\/strong\u003e delivers the best comfort.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRecommended Sizing for 3m Panels\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2 Panel Kit – Best Suited For:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSmall jetted pools, spas and Jacuzzis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis setup can reduce pump circulation time to as little as \u003cstrong\u003e3 hours per day during warmer months\u003c\/strong\u003e. A \u003cstrong\u003etemperature controller is recommended\u003c\/strong\u003e for spas and small heated bodies of water to help prevent temperatures from exceeding \u003cstrong\u003e35°C\u003c\/strong\u003e, as excessive heat can damage PVC plumbing components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOutdoor Pools\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWith pool cover:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSuitable for pools up to \u003cstrong\u003e20 000 litres\u003c\/strong\u003e or approximately \u003cstrong\u003e17m² surface area\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWithout pool cover:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSuitable for pools up to \u003cstrong\u003e12 000 litres\u003c\/strong\u003e or approximately \u003cstrong\u003e10m² surface area\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIndoor Pools\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWith pool cover:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSuitable for pools up to \u003cstrong\u003e12 000 litres\u003c\/strong\u003e or approximately \u003cstrong\u003e10m² surface area\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDIY Kit Supplied for the 2 Panels is as follows:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e(2) x \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Sun Command pool heating panel\" href=\"https:\/\/swemgat.com\/products\/sun-command-solar-pool-heating-panel\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSolar Panels \u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e(2) x \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Sun Command Backing Sheet\" href=\"https:\/\/swemgat.com\/products\/sun-command-solar-panel-backing-sheet\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBacking sheets\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e(1) x \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/swemgat.com\/products\/pvc-glue-swimming-pool-pipe-473ml\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePVC Glue\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e(10) x \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/swemgat.com\/products\/hose-clamp-44-70mm\" title=\"Hose Clamp for Sun Command pool heating panels\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHose Clamps\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e(2) x\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/swemgat.com\/products\/sun-command-end-cap-epdm-solar-panel\" title=\"EPDM rubber end cap for Sun Command panels\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/swemgat.com\/products\/sun-command-end-cap-epdm-solar-panel\" title=\"EPDM end cap for Sun Command pool heating panel\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEPDM End Caps\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e(2) x \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"PVC 50mm to Poly 50mm adaptor\" href=\"https:\/\/swemgat.com\/products\/adaptor-pvc-50mm-glued-insert-to-poly-50mm-pipe\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e50mm PVC-Poly Adaptor\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e(4) x \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Sun Command EPDM connector\" href=\"https:\/\/swemgat.com\/products\/sun-command-connector-epdm-solar-panel\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEPDM Connectors\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e(20) x \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"PVC 90 Degree Elbow 50mm fitting\" href=\"https:\/\/swemgat.com\/products\/pvc-elbow-90-deg-grey-glued-swimming-pool\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e50mm PVC 90 Degree Elbows\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e(4) x \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/swemgat.com\/products\/pvc-connector-glued-grey-swimming-pool?variant=12817677287479\" title=\"PVC connector \/ straight joint 50mm\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e50mm PVC Connectors\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e(3) x \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"PVC T-piece 50mm\" href=\"https:\/\/swemgat.com\/products\/pvc-t-piece-grey-glued-swimming-pool?variant=12817671290935\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e50mm PVC T-Piece\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e(4) x \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/swemgat.com\/products\/pvc-elbow-45-deg-glued-grey-swimming-pool?variant=12817665753143\" title=\"PVC 45 Degree fitting 50mm\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e50mm PVC 45 Deg\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e(1) x \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"PVC 50mm Ball Valve with Union\" href=\"https:\/\/swemgat.com\/products\/50mm-ball-valve-with-single-union\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBall Valve Glued - drill 8mm hole {Bypass ballvalve}\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e(2) x \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/swemgat.com\/products\/ball-valve-without-union-swimming-pool\" title=\"PVC Ball Valve 50mm\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBall Valve Glued {Shut-off ballvalves}\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e(1) x \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/swemgat.com\/products\/quality-50mm-pvc-non-return-valve\" title=\"PVC Non-return Valve 50mm\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e50mm PVC Non-return valve\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e(1) x\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"PVC Filter Tank Fitting\" href=\"https:\/\/swemgat.com\/products\/filter-tank-fitting-adaptor-swimminf-pool\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/swemgat.com\/products\/filter-tank-fitting-adaptor-swimminf-pool\" title=\"PVC Tank Adaptor\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePVC tank adaptor\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e(1) x \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Nylon 40mm to 20mm reducing bush for 20mm vacuum breaker\" href=\"https:\/\/swemgat.com\/products\/sun-command-nylon-reducing-bush-40-x-20\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eNylon Reducing bush\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e(1) x \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Vacumm breaner for Sun Command pool heating panel system\" href=\"https:\/\/swemgat.com\/products\/vacuum-breaker-20mm\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eVacuum breaker\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e(2) x \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/swemgat.com\/products\/ptfe-tape\" title=\"PTFE thread tape\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"PTFE thread tape\" href=\"https:\/\/swemgat.com\/products\/ptfe-tape\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePTFE Tape\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e(15m) x \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Rope for Sun Command pool heating\" href=\"https:\/\/swemgat.com\/products\/rope-solar-swimming-pool-heating\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eNylon Ski Rope\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTools Required for Installation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLadder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHacksaw\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScrewdriver\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrilling Machine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtension Lead\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHammer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeasuring Tape\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eExtra Tools Needed for Metal Roof Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePop Rivet Gun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoof Sealer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePaint Brush\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow Sun Command Works\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePool water is circulated from the filtration system through the solar panels, where it is heated by the sun before returning to the pool. The panel design allows water to pass through small channels, increasing the contact area for better heat absorption. For the best results, pair the system with a \u003cstrong\u003epool cover\u003c\/strong\u003e, which helps reduce heat loss overnight and during windy conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWarranty\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConditional carry-in warranty: 5 years\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWarranty is subject to the following installation requirements:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePanels must be installed \u003cstrong\u003ewith a backing sheet\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstallation must ensure the panels \u003cstrong\u003edrain all water when the pump is not running\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFailure to meet these conditions can shorten the lifespan of the system and may affect warranty cover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy a Pool Cover Matters\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA solar heating system performs far better when used with a pool cover. Without a cover, a large amount of gained heat is lost through evaporation, especially at night. A cover helps retain heat, improve efficiency, and reduce the number of panels needed for the same result.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTools Required for Installation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHacksaw\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScrewdriver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLadder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrilling Machine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtension\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHammer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeasuring Tape\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOn a Metal roof extra items required: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePop Rivet Gun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoof Sealer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePaint Brush\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiagram of solar pool heating Installation \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0013\/8212\/1527\/files\/sun-command-2-panel-solar-heating-diagram.png?v=1777553975\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"labelVal mL45\" data-zcqa=\"value_Customer Account\" id=\"value_CONTACTCF1\"\u003e\u003cspan id=\"subvalue_CONTACTCF1\" data-zcqa=\"value_Customer Account\"\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConditional carry-in warranty: 5 years\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1. Subject to use of a backing sheet\u003cbr\u003e2. 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