How Much Water Do 100 Head of Cattle Need per Day?
As a rule of thumb, beef cattle drink between 20 and 30 gallons per day, with the high end coming in hot weather. Using those figures, we simply do the math. 50 head of cattle x 30 gallons per day = 1,500 gallons per day100 head of cattle x 30 gallons per day = 3,000 […]
How Much Water Will a Solar Pump Produce in a Day?
A solar pump only runs while the sun is on the panels, so we look at gallons per day and not just gallons per minute. Take the pump’s flow rate and multiply it by your pumping hours. In most of the Southwest that is about 6 hours in summer and closer to 4 in the […]
How Deep Can a Solar Submersible Pump Actually Pump?
Our deepest pump designed specifically to run on solar is the HR-5-750. It will deliver about 5 gallons per minute at around 800 feet. Anything beyond that can be handled a few different ways, whether that’s running a three-phase AC pump with an inverter or breaking the total head into stages.
How Many Solar Panels Do I Need to Run a Well Pump?
How Many Solar Panels Do I Need to Run a Well Pump? Oct 5, 2026 · Tate We look at three things to determine this: the voltage the pump requires, how much power (watts) it needs at that voltage, and how much water you need per day. The SDS-T-128 can produce about 1.5 gallons per […]
What Size Solar Pump Do I Need for a 300-Foot Well?
What Size Solar Pump Do I Need for a 300-Foot Well? Oct 2, 2026 · Tate The short answer I would answer this by saying it’s not so much about size as it is about performance. If a 300-foot well has a static water level around 180 feet, that is the depth you actually have […]
When Should You Consider a Solar Well Pump?
When Should You Consider a Solar Well Pump? If you’re running power way out to a well, there’s a good chance you’re fixing the wrong problem. Solar well pumps aren’t some niche idea anymore. In a lot of cases, they just make more sense. Not always. But more often than people think. Here’s where they […]
How Heat and Seasons Affect Solar Panel Efficiency and Pump Performance
How Heat and Seasons Affect Solar Panel Efficiency and Pump Performance When people think about solar panels, they usually assume one thing: hotter weather equals more power. That sounds logical. It’s also not entirely true. If you’re running a solar pumping system, understanding how seasonality and temperature affect performance can save you a lot of […]
When Solar Pool Pumps Make Sense
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 pool pumps offer a practical alternative in the […]
What Happens When You Have a Bad Solar Panel in a String?
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 like any piece of […]
Solar Panel Positioning
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. Water output is directly tied to how well your array is located. […]
