Quick Tips For Submersible Water Pumps | Solar Water Pump Systems
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Never buy too much pump. When you know your needs, we can outfit you with the right solar water pump. Follow these quick tips to determine which API submersible water pump system you’ll need.
Well Casing Requirements
Our solar pumps require a 4” or larger well casing (inside diameter). In certain situations, multiple pumps can be applied to one well (requires a 6” or larger well casing) to double the output. Please refer to the specific specs required on the different solar water pumps before purchasing.
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Solar Power
API’s solar power is based on voltage, not just wattage. Our solar panels can range from 5w-375w solar PV panels and our solar pumps are capable of running up to 440 volts. We have operated multiple pumps in the same well to double the output. For more custom info on this topic, please contact us.
Well Depth
Our maximum vertical lift is up to 460 ft. Lift begins at the water level, and ends at the exit point where the water will be stored, no matter where the pump setting is.
Wind Generator
If your well is one-quarter to half mile away from a wind generator, please let our sales staff know. Wind generator shadows will cause our pumps to surge on and off (when the shadow of blades pass over the solar panels), which can cause damage to pumps leading to repair issues.
If you do have a wind generator near your system, please consider connecting batteries that will help prevent surging. Our sales staff will be happy to adjust your wiring to fit batteries.
Weep Holes
Please remember to install or check your weep holes in your pipe and to keep pipes positioned where they can drain. During freezing weather, water will freeze and cause the pump to over pressure and lead to damage. Read more...
Grounding Your Solar System
When you're installing a solar panel system, it is extremely important to ground your solar arrays and your equipment. If you experience a large amount of lightening storms in your area, failure to ground your solar system could result in damages to your product.
Filtering Debris for Your Pump
Typically old wells will be deteriorating if they were not properly encased when first drilled, an example of this is a metal casing. Old metal casings tend to heavily rust, which can cause your solar water pump to pump rust or heavy debris.
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