How do you design a solar water pumping system?

When designing a solar pumping system, the designer must match the individual components together. A solar water pumping system consists of three major components: the solar array, pump controller and electric water pump (motor and pump) as shown in Figure 1.

Do solar water pumping systems have a pressure head?

In solar only water pumping systems this pressure head is generally ignored because a solar water pumping system with its variable energy resource is unable to provide a constant flow and constant pressure all through the day.

What size water pipe should a solar water pumping system use?

The designer should initially use pipe that is the same size as the inlets and outlets. The designer then undertakes the frictional loss calculations for that size of water pipes using the known maximum water flow for that solar water pumping system.

What are the components of a solar water pumping system?

A solar water pumping system consists of three major components: the solar array, pump controller and electric water pump (motor and pump) as shown in Figure 1. Note: Motor and pump are typically directly connected by one shaft and viewed as one unit, however occasionally belts or gears may be used to interconnect the two shafts.

How do I connect my solar water pumping system?

on any electrical wiring on the SMC or Motor Cables.All electrical connections in the sol water pumping system are made via plug and socket. The solar array must be fitted with a switched socket to accept the plug from the SMC and to ensure that the system can be com r source when required.Solar Motor Controller

How do you measure a solar piping system?

Measure the static head for the site. Measure the total distance from the water source to the final location of the water. Determine and measure any land irregularities (hills, ditches, etc.) that the piping system must traverse. Determine the solar irradiation for the selected site on an annual and a monthly basis.