Shading Considerations for Solar Thermal Collectors
The ideal location for a solar thermal collector array is one in which the sun's radiation falls full and unobstructed on the collector surface between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m., with the collector facing the noon sun directly. However, the perfect location isn't always available, so here are some pointers to help you decide whether a site is acceptable or not.