by Garrett Hoisington | Mar 9, 2026 | Solar Pump Academy
When Solar Pool Pumps Make Sense Swimming pools are one of the most energy hungry features around a home or property. A traditional electric pool pump often runs several hours per day and in many cases becomes one of the largest electrical loads on the property. Solar...
by Garrett Hoisington | Mar 5, 2026 | Solar Pump Academy
What Happens When You Have a Bad Solar Panel in a String? And What Can You Do When That Panel Is No Longer Available? Solar pumping systems are built to last a long time. It is not uncommon for solar arrays powering pumps to run for decades with minimal issues. But...
by Garrett Hoisington | Feb 24, 2026 | Solar Pump Academy
Solar Panel Positioning Why Location Matters More Than You Think In solar pumping systems, panel placement is everything. You can buy the best pump and controller on the market, but if your panels are positioned poorly or exposed to shade, performance will suffer....
by Garrett Hoisington | Feb 17, 2026 | Solar Pump Academy
How to Keep Your System Running When It Actually Matters – Solar Pump Maintenance Most Solar Pump Can Be Caught Early Solar pumps have a reputation for being maintenance free. That is not true. They are low maintenance. That is different. When a system fails in...
by Garrett Hoisington | Feb 11, 2026 | Solar Pump Academy
How Much Water Can a Solar Pump Deliver? One of the most common questions about solar water pumping systems is how much water a solar pump can deliver per day. The answer depends on sunlight, total dynamic head, pump type, and solar array size. Unlike traditional...
by Garrett Hoisington | Jan 28, 2026 | Solar Pump Academy
Solar Pump Sizing Explained: How to Choose the Right Pump for Your Well or Tank Solar pump sizing is the most important part of system design, and commonly misunderstood. Oversizing wastes money.Under sizing leads to frustration and water shortages. This guide...
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 | Uncategorized
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...
