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Types of Solar Fountain Pumps.

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Powered by the sun, a fountain pump keeps the fountain water or spray flowing. Choosing the best solar powered fountain pumps for a water feature is a key to efficient fountain operation. There are three basic types of solar fountain pumps.

Direct power solar fountain pumps operate directly off a built-in or remote fountain solar panel. For instance, a birdbath solar fountain typically has the solar panel built into the top or basin of the birdbath that powers the pump in the base. A Floating Lily Solar Pond Fountain absorbs solar energy through built-in solar panel on the lily that powers the six-volt pump below the pad. No installation required. Note: A direct power water pump only works when the sun is shining on it. No energy is stored. No sun, no power.


Submersible solar fountain pumps are fully submersed below the waters of a garden pond, pool or lake. They produce an above-water spray that is both decorative and aerate the water feature. Submersed solar pumps draw solar energy from a remote solar panel.


Battery backup solar pumps feature a battery that recharges through the solar panel during sunny days to provide light or water flow to the solar fountain at night. Although more expensive than direct solar power, they provide delightful illumination and the sound of soothing fountain spray or cascading waters in a garden setting at night.

Advantages of Solar Fountains


Once upon a time the world didn't think much about energy. Few people worried about how much electricity was consumed or its effect on the environment. Today, all over the world, increased eco-awareness and eco-activism are leading to small changes and some very significant changes in the way we use our planet.

“Going Green” with a solar powered fountain and solar garden lights is a natural choice for environmentally conscious consumers. In addition to conserving energy, there are many other benefits to solar fountains and solar garden accessories:

  • Solar power is free -- it's a gift of Mother Nature. The electric meter is not running to power solar fountains.
  • Solar power is user-friendly. A solar fountain reduces installation time, labor and cost. Solar water fountains do not require hiring a professional electrician to install for complicated wiring and outdoor outlets that must meet local codes.
  • Solar fountains offer beauty and safety. There are no distracting electric cords to disguise and no dangling electric cords to endanger playing children or pets.
  • Solar fountains are very low maintenance.
  • Solar panels have no moving parts. With minimal care they last for many years.
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