A DC Solar water pump uses the energy created by solar panels to run the motor. The electricity generated by a solar system is Direct Current (DC) and this can be converted to Alternating Current (AC) through the connection of an inverter.
There are a number of solar water pumps powered by Direct current (DC) and a number powered by Alternating current (AC). However, there is only one range of solar water pumps that can run on both DC and AC without the purchase of an additional inverter. These are the SQ and CR Flex pumps designed and manufactured by Grundfos.
The advantage of this type of DC pump is that, should the weather deteriorate, then the pump can be switched over to run on AC using a generator. These pumps are also able to be powered by storing the DC energy in batteries. A Solar Water pump with battery backup also provides the user with the additional benefit of constant flow and pressure of water.
SCL Water has been involved in the sale and installation of Grundfos DC solar water pumps for over 15 years and we have many examples, particularly in Africa, where these pumps have helped communities to become healthier and more productive.
Our customers require systems that are reliable, easy to install and where an excellent support infrastructure exists.
Accordingly, SCL Water became distributors and the UK specialist in the Grundfos DC solar water pump in order to deliver on our customer’s key requirements.
SCL Water Ltd is the primary UK supplier of the Grundfos DC solar water pump that can also be used as a solar powered water pump with battery backup. Including the UK we have now sold the Solar powered SQFlex and CRFlex solutions into over 40 countries with the African continent being our largest market.
If you have an interest in a Grundfos DC solar water pump please do not hesitate to contact us and we will be delighted to model a solution to meet your requirements.
