Solar borehole pumps run straight off solar panels, so you get water on a farm, plot or game lodge with no Eskom connection and no diesel. We stock 3″ DC solar pumps from 180W to 500W (3HR, 3HRI and LARS helical-rotor ranges) from R5,830, and 48V 4″ 4SD solar kits from R8,300. Each kit comes with the pump and its matching DC controller; add panels, cable and a storage tank and you have a complete system. For bigger boreholes, our solar pump inverters run a standard AC borehole pump from a panel array.
Not sure which solar pump you need? Read our solar pump size guide.
Which solar borehole pump is right for you?
Choosing the right pump comes down to your borehole's water level (the depth to the water itself, not the total borehole depth), not just the size of the motor. A pump that's too small for your water level won't lift enough water, while an oversized pump costs more than you need. As a rule of thumb, choose a model rated for at least 25–30% more head than your actual water level, to allow for pipe friction and any future drop in the water table.
| Model | Motor power | Material | Recommended for water levels up to |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3HRI210-80 / 3HR210-80 | 210W | 201SS / 304SS | ~60m |
| 3HRI300-100 / 3HR300-100 | 300W | 201SS / 304SS | ~75m |
| 3HRI500-120 / 3HR500-120 | 500W | 201SS / 304SS | ~90m |
| 3HR750-140 | 750W | 304SS | ~105m |
| 3HR1200-180 | 1200W | 304SS | ~135m |
The 3HRI range (201 stainless steel) is our most affordable option, ideal for clean, neutral borehole water (pH 6.5–8.5). The 3HR range (304 stainless steel) is more corrosion-resistant and better suited to acidic, saline or harder water, and also extends to deeper 140m and 180m options.
How many solar panels do you need?
Every kit needs a solar panel array bigger than the pump's own wattage, typically 1.5–2 times the pump's power rating (see each product page for the exact panel wattage and an example panel count). This extra capacity covers cloudy days, cable and controller losses, and less-than-perfect sun angles, so your pump still gets full power when it matters.
Need more flow, or have a 4" borehole?
Our 4SD range covers deeper and higher-volume installations, from 41m up to 240m head, with both standard low-voltage DC kits and hybrid kits (TGP Hybrid Inverter) that switch to mains or generator power automatically when the sun isn't enough.
Not sure of your borehole's water level, or which pump and panel setup suits your site? Contact us or WhatsApp 012 881 1962 before ordering, and we'll help you pick the right pump.