a collector module is described with a collector manifold having two chambers . this collector module has at least one collector tube , which has an absorber tube and a tubular jacket . a connector for each collector tube is provided which embraces the collector manifold and receives the end of its tubular jacket . the connector has a cup - shaped receiving part glued on its collector tube and a u - shaped connecting part formed on the cup - shaped receiving part , which engages the collector manifold . a sealing device is arranged on the u - shaped connecting part . a torsion - stiff , self - supporting device is provided accordingly by this structure , in which each collector tube is not loaded with external forces , during to thermal expansion , transport , mounting or the like .