by Garrett Hoisington | Jan 26, 2026 | Solar Pump Academy
How Solar Water Pumps Work (From Panels to Pumping Water) Solar water pumps are simple in concept, but the details matter. When sized and installed correctly, a solar pump system can deliver reliable water for livestock, irrigation, or remote wells without grid power,...
by Garrett Hoisington | Jan 19, 2026 | FAQ
Yes, Sun Pumps supports the design, integration, and installation of off-grid solar power and battery systems, not just water pumping equipment. Our team works with customers, installers, and integrators to develop complete off-grid energy solutions tailored to...
by Garrett Hoisington | Jan 13, 2026 | FAQ
A Sun Pumps solar water pumping system is made up of several key components that work together to deliver reliable water using solar energy. Understanding these basic parts helps with system design, installation, and long-term performance. 1. Solar Panels Solar panels...
by Garrett Hoisington | Jan 8, 2026 | FAQ
Yes, Sun Pumps systems are fully compatible with float switches and other tank level sensors, making it easy to automate water delivery, prevent tank overflow, and protect your solar pump from unnecessary run time. How Float Switches Work with Sun Pumps A float switch...
by Garrett Hoisington | Dec 22, 2025 | FAQ
Solar water pumping systems require very little maintenance compared to traditional generator or grid-powered pumps. Because Sun Pumps systems have fewer moving parts and no fuel or batteries, ongoing upkeep is minimal. Understanding the Benefits of a Solar Water...
by Garrett Hoisington | Dec 15, 2025 | FAQ
The amount of water a Sun Pumps solar water pump can produce in a day depends on the pump model, total lift, solar array size, and available sunlight. Solar pumping systems are designed around daily water volume, not constant flow. To understand how much water can a...
by Garrett Hoisington | Dec 8, 2025 | FAQ
Does Sun Pumps have and AC/CD option, Solar or generator? Yes. Many Sun Pumps systems can be set up to run primarily on solar, with the option to use generator or grid power as backup during low-sun periods. Just note: not every pump/controller combo is hybrid-ready,...
by Garrett Hoisington | Dec 1, 2025 | FAQ
Winterizing your solar pumping system is all about one thing, don’t let water freeze where it can break stuff. What you do depends on whether you’re shutting the system down or running through winter. If you’re shutting down for winter Power off the array/controller`....
by Garrett Hoisington | Nov 25, 2025 | FAQ
Absolutely. Most Solar pump systems can use float switches to stop pumping when a tank is full, or restart when levels drop. This is a simple way to keep water storage automated without babysitting the system.
by Garrett Hoisington | Nov 18, 2025 | FAQ
Yes. Sun Pumps offers our Pump School to help customers, installers, and industry professionals get the most out of solar water pumping systems. • Sun Pumps SchoolOur Pump School is a hands-on, in-depth learning experience designed to simplify solar water pumping. It...
