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Solar Water Pumping System

Introduction
Technical Specification
Clients
FAQ
Ideal For…
Village Water
Medical clinic water
Livestock watering
Residential well pumping
Remote Rest Rooms
Pond Aeration
Desalination
   


   

Sunsoko Water Pumping System use state-of-the art photovoltaic (“PV”) technology to provide reliable solutions for a variety of water delivery applications such as potable water, irrigation and livestock watering. Solar technology is a perfect match for water pumping applications. Sunsoko systems have many advantages over traditional generator-powered systems. For instance PV systems do not require fuel or constant maintenance and can be designed for portability to be moved as water demand or the change of seasons requires. In addition, the systems are modular and can be quickly expanded as dem and increases.

A typical Systems from Sunsoko consists of a pump, controller, and PV array. An optional tracker is available which follows the sun during its arc through the sky and can boost water pumping efficiency by 25 to 40%. A battery system is also available in the cases where a gravity-fed system is not possible. The type of system you choose depends on the application, water source and the configuration specification. Sunsoko offers the technical expertise to specify the most efficient ,cost-effective solution.
  Features
Pre wire and Pre assembled
Solid State electronics and quality components
Factory tested
Sealed lead acid battery
Complete with wiring, Safety fuses, PV and battery circuit breakers
System controller w/ temperature compensation
Low maintenance and operating cost.
   
Sunsoko Water pumping systems are manufactured by Sunsoko world wide leaders in photovoltaic power generation solutions.
System Configurations
Surface pump systems
Used where water is in a pond or shallow well
Submersible pump Systems
Used for medium to deep wells
Booster pump System
Used in application using pressurized systems or where lift is required from water to storage to end use
 
Standard Pumping System
PV Array (Solar modules)  
Pump
Pump Controller
Safety disconnects and flushing
   
 
 
Solar powered water pumping systems are currently being used to irrigate crops, water thirsty livestock and provide potable water, and should be considered for replacing generators and power line extensions. Unlike generator powered systems, solar water pumping systems do not require trips for refueling or constant maintenance. Since solar water pumping systems produce the most water when it is sunny and hot, they are a natural power solution. The pump you use will depend on your application and the water source. A surface pump is a more economical solution if you are pumping from a water source close to the surface. These pumps can push water a great distance or pressurize it for domestic water use. Submersible pumps can deliver water from as far as 1200 feet. A common application is to use a submersible pump operating only during daylight hours which pumps water into a storage tank. A separate system with a booster pump operating from a battery bank can pressurize the water and deliver the water day or night. There are several important factors you need to specify to choose the optimum solar pumping system design. The worksheet below will help you compile the information you need. Contact your dealer once you have this worksheet filled out for a price quote.
 
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Questionnaire for Sizing the Solar Water Pumping System
 
SIZING YOUR SOLAR PUMPING SYSTEM WORKSHEET
 
Type of Water Source (Check one)
Stream, Lake or Pond
Cistern or Dug Well
Drilled/Deep Well

Other
Season of operation (months)
Depth to Water
Ft. (Be sure to account
for variations)
Distance of Float Switch Cable
Estimated Well Capacity
LPM
Amount of Water Required
LPD (Winter)
LPD (Spring)
Well Inside Diameter (If applicable)
in
LPD (Summer)
LPD (Fall)
Type of Application (Check one)
Domestic Water
Livestock
Irrigation
Other

Vertical Lift Required From Water Surface to Outlet
ft.
Type of Storage
Above Ground
Other

Geographical Location of System
Temperature
°F Min.
°F Max

Elevation Above Sea Level
Ft.Distance from Solar Array to Pump:
ft.

Options: (please check if you would like one of the following): Float Switch
Generator Backup
The above details are to be Sent to us to design a Solar WPS for your requirement.
 
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General Solar Pumping Information
Flow Rates Conversion Factors
GPD - Gallons per Day (To estimate GPD,
multiply GPH by peak sun hours for location)
GPH - Gallons per Hour (To estimate GPH,
multiply GPM by 60 min./hour
nGPM - Gallons per Minute) 		Feet of Lift to PSIG - Divide Feet by 2.31
US Gallons to Liters - Multiply Gallons by 3.785
Feet to Meters - Divide Feet by 3.28
Pump Performance Vs. Solar Array Output Consumption Estimates
As voltage varies, flow rate will vary proportionallyAverage stays nearly constant
Watts = Volts x Amps 		People–10-100 GPD per person for all purposes
Large Livestock (horses, cattle) - 10 GPD per animal
Dairy Cattle - 35 GPD per animal
Small Livestock (sheep, hogs, etc.) - 2-4 GPD per animal
100 Chickens - 4 GPD
 
 
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