A solar water pump is a system powered by solar energy. It is just like the traditional electric pump with the only exception that it uses solar energy instead of fuel or electricity. It consists of one or more solar panels, also known as solar photovoltaic modules, a motor pump set, electronic controls or a controller device to operate the pump, the required hardware and in some cases, other items like inverters, batteries, etc.
A solar water pump is used for extracting water from ponds, rivers, borewells or other sources of water which are then used to meet the water requirements for irrigation, community water supply, livestock and other purposes.
The advantages of solar water pumps are:
Solar water pumps do not require any fuel or electricity to operate. Once installed, solar water pumps do not incur the recurring costs of electricity or fuel.
Does not get affected by power cuts, low voltage, single phase problems or the motor burning.
Can be installed in remote areas where electricity is unavailable or diesel is difficult to procure.
