Over the past few years, there has been a huge increase in popularity of water features and small
ponds in domestic gardens. These encourage wildlife and provide an excellent focal point for a
garden.
Pumps are often used to provide water movement, increasing visual interest and adding oxygen to
the water, which is especially important for fish and other aquatic life.
Solar panels can provide a safe and convenient solution for powering the pump, eliminating the
hassle of installing long cables, the danger of high voltages and the cost of unwanted electricity bills.
Unfortunately, most of the cheaper solar pump kits found in the UK are of poor quality and struggle
to
perform. Due to the extended running times for a water feature, it is vital that the pump is very well
made, otherwise it will need replacement within a couple of years.
The majority of solar water pump systems don't involve a battery – they are powered direct from
the
solar panel. This means that they run when the solar panel is exposed to high levels of light.
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