Can anyone tell me how to run an electric water pump from a solar panel?

In case our electric goes out we would like to be able to run the water pump (for the well) via solar panel. Can you give me instructions, pitfalls, recommendations, links etc to help me get started?

The more solar info i can get the better!

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Our sunlight is unobstructedCan anyone tell me how to run an electric water pump from a solar panel?First you have to know the wattage of your water pump.

Then you have to determine how many solar panels will be needed to run the pump or you may find it cheaper to undersized the solar system but provide it with a battery back up for a reasonable length of time. If the time extends beyond your plan then you will not be able to run the pump all day.



So you may additionally need to know how long each day you will need to run the pump.



Photovoltaic panels are DC electricity as would be any battery backup, but the pump is no doubt 220 AC. This means you will need an inverter to make the conversion.



Here is one example of a system with a battery back up: http://www.mrsolar.com/page/msos/CTGY/baCan anyone tell me how to run an electric water pump from a solar panel?watt Solar Water Fountains operates day and night automatically during preset times. Water Fountain檚 add beauty to new or existing garden water feature and ponds. The 3 watt solar panel will recharge the 6v battery to power the water pump at night so you can enjoy this energy efficient eco-friendly water fountain. A great DIY kit for any project, aerated an existing pone, bird bath, even use old planter or oak barrel, just let your imagination run wild and you will be pleased with your design. Just knowing that this water fountain is solar powered will have no additional cost on your utility bills make it a must have for any garden. We would like to see what you have done with this solar water fountain so send us a picture or if you have a great DIY project you would like to share with the SunnySideofGreen.com community it just might make our next news letter.





Product Features



Sun Powered

No Wiring

Powered by the sun

Fast %26amp; easy install

Energy, electrical saving

Recharged by solar panel under sunlight

Corrosion resistant

CE certified

This solar powered water pump is designed for fountains, ponds or other outdoor use.

has the ability to work during the night.

With the battery pack attached, a full charge during the day can provide up to an additional 4 hours of operation.

This solar powered pump also comes with a manual on/off switch.

This uses Lead Acid 6V-4AH rechargeable batteries.

Solar Panel Dimension: 7X17

Operation Pump Voltage 6V-10V

Solar Module 3W

Water Lift Max 1.2M

Water Flow Max 300L/H

LED light (voltage) DC6V







What's Included:



1pcs 3W Amorphous Solar Panel 6V-10V DC Brushless Pump 10 Feet Cable Aluminum Frame with plastic spike set fountain head (5 pcs) control housing with Lead-acid battery 6V-4AH fountain light 3 white LED