The latent heat of crystallisation of sodium chlorate

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The discussion centers on the use of a saturated sodium chlorate solution as a thermal storage medium for heating water in a house or boat using solar energy. Key concerns include the heat capacity of sodium chlorate crystals, as there is uncertainty about the amount of heat generated per gram. Additionally, there are questions regarding the corrosive nature of the solution and its potential effects on storage containers, particularly whether a stainless steel vacuum-insulated tank would be suitable. The participant acknowledges the need for further research to understand the engineering implications of using sodium chlorate in this context.
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I am a retired electronic engineer and no scientist. I am considering the use of a saturated solution of sodium chlorate as a thermal store. My problems are: 1/ I have no idea of the quantities involved in terms of heat/gram of crystals. My intention is to maintain a supply of hot water for a house or boat using solar heating. 2/ I don't know of any corrosive effects of such a solution on the container. Would a stainless steel vacuum-insulated tank work?
 
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mjc123 said:
Try http://www.nrcresearchpress.com/doi/pdf/10.1139/v71-038
I suspect it would be rather corrosive though.
Thanks, it seems to have at least one of the answers. It is way out of my comfort zone so I will have to study it for engineering rather than academic truths. Thanks again.
 
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