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Posted on April 1, 2006 by Joanne Dorin | Posted under Landscaping Gardening
Let The Sun Be Your Power With A Solar Fountain Pump
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Whether you are looking for a replacement pump for your bird bath, fountain, or pond you can switch from your electric pump to a non electric pump which is driven by solar energy. Solar powered pumps are more compact and they are easy to set up and they cost nothing to run. What these pumps need to operate is sunlight. They come with a solar panel that is stakes to the ground and will need to be adjusted for optimum sun exposure. There are two main pump sizes. The large capacity pump has 105 GPH output as 40 inches and they are designed for larger ponds. The smaller pump has 33 GPH output at 17 inches and is designed for small water features such as your birdbath. Whether you are choosing solar or electric you need to choose the right pump for the job ahead. This can be a bit of a daunting task if you havent done it before. These guidelines will help you choose the correct pump. 1. Flow Rate you need to determine the flow rate in GPH or gallons per hour that your fountain requires to ensure it has adequate water flow. 2. Head Height you need to determine the head height which is the distance from the base of your fountain to where the water is discharged. 3. Large Outdoor Fountains needs a powerful water flow. For each inch of stream width at the top of the fountain you need to choose a pump that delivers at least 100 gallons of water per hour. For every 3 feet of fountain height you need 500 GPH. 4. Small Indoor Fountains arent in need of as much water power. In fact you want to ensure there is no spraying. For a fountain up to 10 inches in height you will need a pump with a GPH of around 55. It could however be as low or 40. The key is to ensure no splashing. 5. Floor Fountains that stand up to 6 feet will need a GPH around 345 to 470. 6. Medium Size Fountains that stand up to 36 inches will need a GPH of between 100 to 250. There are several different manufacturers of solar pumps and they are readily available online at substantial savings. So before you buy locally make sure to compare online pricing. After all you want to get the best price around. Times are changing. We are all much more energy conscious than we were just a few years ago. Today we are not only more energy conscious on a global scale we are also more conscious about the cost of energy. Thats why more and more home owners are deciding to switch to a solar fountain pump for their pump needs. Joanne is an author of Decorz.com. If you're looking for more fountains & decor ideas for your home visit http://www.decorz.com. About The Author: |
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