Connect the Negative wire from each string to one end of a separate CB.

The total cost is variable from country to country. Bolt the Base-plates of the I-beams with Stainless Steel nuts and bolts or weld them together. endobj The distance between two panels on each side will be 0.25ft. If this controller is to be connected to a relay-triggered mains-powered pump, great care needs to be taken to ensure that all high voltage connections are made securely, that they are well insulated, and that the pump is correctly earthed. 5. The R50,000 he stated is as of today is $831 and the cost of the pump he mentioned is a non-issue. It depends on factors such as cost of C-channel, Solar Panel Manufacturers, Government Subsidiaries on Solar Powered Water pumps,etc. Bolt each end of the C-channel to the I-beams. The problem is in such areas Maintenance of Power lines is not carried out and there is high variation in the supplied voltage. The first temperature sensor should be stuck to the copper pipe as it leaves the heating panel, the second should be stuck to the outside of the hot water tank underneath the insulation. Even developing nations which receive a good amount of water through rainfall fail to be efficient in the field of agriculture. This system can also be used for irrigation of Agricultural Land. If the water source has dropped below the level of the low water probe.

Solar Power is a Green Renewable energy that will produce electricity as long as the Sun rises every morning. Once 2ft of the I-beam is placed inside the hole vertically, fill the hole completely with cement. Agriculture in developing nations isn't as efficient as it really should be. Power: 280W. Do subscribe for more Instructables. 2 additional crops excluding the Kharif and Rabi crops. Thanks. Even that will not solve the transportation of your crops so far from a market. The Solar Water Pump System can be used for residential water requirements and also for commercial uses. 1. Next attach either side of the 24.46ft C-channel to the the top of the Lower I-beams by bolting them together. In this step I am going to give you a brief introduction into real economics, viability and applications of this Instructable. Buts lets put it in a developing nation's agriculturists/farmers perspective.

About: I'm an Electronics Engineer who likes to make Doze Lamps, Lumen Powered Thingamajigs, Almighty Brainy Buttons, Tweeting Weather Stations and share them on Instructables. Start by placing one of the C-channel at each end as shown in the layout diagram. Follow the same steps for the placement of the Second 7ft I-beam. It basically regulates the current supplied to the pump from the solar panels. In India, there are mainly two crops: Kharif(Monsoon Crops) & Rabi(Winter Crops). You could use a lot less solar if you used a made for solar DC direct powered pump like Grunfos, Dankoff or SunCentric makes. Start by bolting the solar panels to the C-channel.

<> Connect additional wires from the output of the screw terminals to the input 'Power IN' of the Solar Pump System Controller. Hence depending on your purpose (Residential, Commercial or Agricultural) you can either change the output of the system by adding or subtracting the solar panels inorder to increase or decrease the production of electricity. Then there is the labor involved, are you capable of doing it yourself or will you need to hire someone to help or do it for you?

Farmers who have batteries and inverters for their farms also suffer losses from the damage caused by voltage fluctuations to the inverters,etc. You can buy solar cells on eBay, they are extremely easy to assemble and by following this instructable you really can do this sort of stuff yourself. The initial investment of solar energy is high. Well apart from the above, farmers in developed nations can use solar energy for their sprinkler systems in their greenhouses.

Start by digging a hole into the ground of the dimensions: Add some concrete into the hole and spread it evenly. Solar Energy is a giant leap in the field of science which has enabled humans to produce clean energy. By painting the metal stand you will prevent the metal from getting damaged due to corrosion. Ensure that the I-beam is vertical by using a Level Bottle. Refer to the Layout Diagram for more details. Having lived off grid for 18 years gives me some knowledge also. Ensure the C-channel is parallel to the ground surface with the help of a Level Bottle. In this step you will be using 2X 19.63ft C-channels and also 1X 24.46ft C-channel. You can check out the graphs above to get an overview of the efficiency of solar water pump systems. Basic Understanding of Electrical Wiring and Electronics. 10. But before you start building the metal stand or framework you must determine the optimum angle at which you must place you solar panels inorder to get the maximum efficiency from the solar system. When the temperature meaured at the panel is higher than that measured at the tank power is provided at the output which can be used to directly power a small (i.e. 7 years ago. Connect the output of the 3 Positive CB's together. DebRinger300, thus being a DIY page, I suggest you build your own solar panels. Irregular power failures and power shortages causes major losses of agricultural output. <>>> 8. One of the main problems of agriculture is water management. A solar pump that will pump the equivalent amount of water is cost as much if not more than a standard electrical water pump. 3. EXAMPLE based on past experience: The common farmer over here has to pay approximately Rs 50,000 to setup an electrical connection to his/her farm depending on how far the nearest village transformer/power distributor is from the farm. 3. Inorder to calculate the optimum angle I have used an online calculator which uses the location of the Solar Panel Array. I have been installing solar since 1999 in the Midwest (across 8 states and we are based in Carbondale IL) and have never installed a residential system that expensive.

The solar water pump system can be used to pump drinking water in societies and buildings. Weld all the joints using a Welding Machine.

That is the problem with these "great ideas." Place the lower Base-plate of the 7ft I-beam on top of the higher Base-plate of the 11ft I-beam. NEW We now have a mini functionally identical version of this controller available here: Differential Thermostat at a reduced price. In this step you will add 2 X 7ft I-beams on top of the two 11ft I-beams. Start by placing the C-channel from one side of the structure horizontally such that they are parallel to each other as shown in the layout diagram. on Introduction.

This step also involves welding. The cost of installation is almost the only cost.

Solar PowerPhotovoltaic(Solar) systems do not use any Fuel. The cost of electric energy would only cost around half of that budgeted over 20 years.

Grid tied systems usually cost half that and I just installed a system that does over 60% of the house's needs for 11,000.

2. This indicates that the water source ran low at least once since the previous off/on cycle.

The pump basically uses the power supplied from the solar panel array inorder to pump water from the source. Form one string of solar panels by connecting 7 solar panels in series. can this system power a above ground pump with a well depth of 80-100, Reply Refer to the Layout Diagram. XT%,sqes%]591hK B@PG#z$52pO67cLYC4pW>;$id4OE7"~/kxt#]2O=-'W*,PGn">Zp$:..

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Lower the pump into the water source and switch it on.3. I agree Deb the cost of a professional installation does not make allot of sense unless you are going off grid. The Instructable will act as a guide in helping you understand the principles required to pump water using solar energy. Connect the Positive wire from each string to one end of a separate CB.

The Motor Power, Motor Voltage, Motor current, Motor Speed, Flow Rate, Efficiency, etc are vary from different pumps and manufacturers.

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Some 3A terminal strip is provided to make the necessary connections. And off grid in a area that getting power to is not practical.

Reply Form 3 such strings. Many of them are near the equator and have plenty of sunlight year round. That does not include the pump which is probably another $1,000. Using a wind mill would be a much better solution.

Now connect these to the inputs of a screw terminal. They can also use for artificial lighting to grow saplings. Follow the manual instructions for more details. NEW Click here for details of our new microprocessor-controlled Solar Pump Controller with Relay an enhanced version of this circuit with a fitted 12V rated 10 Amp relay. The panels can supply the power needed for a non-submersible pump, but you may need another type of charge controller. With the help of solar energy, I have been able to plant 4 different crops. on Introduction. The Solar Pump System controller is the brain of the entire project.

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Good luck. Nor do they say if the solution is good for all earth latitudes and weather year round. Share it with us! 2 0 obj

Before you start building the metal stand, you must paint all metal parts including I-beams, C-channel,etc with a layer of Anti-Corrosion/ Anti-Rust Paint. I have chosen my country India as the perfect example of the best beneficiary from the use of solar energy. If you do not wish to use solar energy to pump water but instead to power your house, check out some of my other Instructables: Imagine if their is an apocalypse & aliens attack all power stations! Once you have determined the optimum angle at which the solar panels must be placed at, you can start building the metal stand. The optimum angle varies throughout the year, depending on the seasons and your location and this calculator shows the difference in sun height on a month-by-month basis. Basic Understanding of Structural Design. There is still the price of the controller and other materials. Connect the output of the 3 Negative CB's together. (Input of CB) 3. <>/XObject<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text/ImageB/ImageC/ImageI] >>/Annots[ 21 0 R] /MediaBox[ 0 0 612 792] /Contents 4 0 R/Group<>/Tabs/S/StructParents 0>> 1. If you would like to save some money and build this solar pump controller yourself, we can supply the necessary electronic components if required LM335Z temperature sensors, the power MOSFET, resistors, capacitors, connectors, connecting leads, and the LM393 comparator chip. Solar systems require low maintenance.Why go for a Solar Water Pump System?Well sunlight is free and abundant. Reply Place the I-beam into the hole such that it is perpendicular to the surface. The total cost is variable from country to country. Mostly the pumps come with four wires: 3 wires for each phase and one wire for Ground.

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Given below are the descriptions of the LED indicator functions of the controller that I have used. i.e. Therefore the farmer has to also spend additional revenue in buying replacement Pumps, inverters,etc.

Ensure that the I-beams are perpendicular to the ground surface using a Level Bottle. Unless you have a welder and other tools then you have even more expenses renting or buying them.

stream But all these problems can be solved by the implementation of a Solar Water Pump System. If not, you can find trades people on CraigsList very easily who will do a fine job for you. The main factors involved in choosing parts are: Solar Output, Cable Size, Pump: Power,voltage,current,speed,flow rate,efficiency and Pipe: Length, Diameter. Use a multimeter to determine the polarity of the solar panel. Voltage at Pmax: 35V. In this step, you will attach a 24.46ft C-channel to the two I-beams. The procedure is specified in the layout diagram. I called a installer here in the Midwest and to solar power a small home starts around $65000, Those panels are expensive.

You will also attach a 24.46ft C-channel to the I-beams. Consider a 10 acre Cucumber crop plantation which should ideally yield a harvest of approximately 1000kg/day. Sequence of flashing indicates pump speed. The procedure for the placement and foundation is same as that of the first two I-beams. When the LED is Green, the controller is switched on and the power source is present. Contact neil@reuk.co.uk for further details and pricing. Participated in the Apocalypse Preparedness Contest, Participated in the Explore Science Contest. Lets say due to a power outage, there is no power supplied to the farm for an entire day. Do the same for another I-beam separated from the first I-beam at a distance of, The total height of each I-beam from the ground surface is. In the next couple of steps, the Instructable will teach you how too setup the metal framework. They are usually expensive here in the USA. This causes the pumps coil and windings to get damaged. Maintenance of the power lines has to be sometimes carried out by the farmer. Depending on the requirement and capacity of the system, the specifications and quantity of each part could defer. To get the best out of your photovoltaic panels, you need to angle them towards the sun. How close to the water source do the solar panels have to be? Hence you may have to buy parts according to your specific requirements.

What about farmers belonging to developed nations? A good Wind site is a rare and wonderful thing. Start by opening the Solar Panel connector Box. Detailed specifications of the solar panels are given in the solar panel datasheet. /hpp\&UEMD*Q\`#)rQNeeSu5D>`H+ 4Txb:D-3C05NOr' D W>S9:e?bOMC6L=#F>##.bWlv*%*%e#R :\W9^Jf-F'`kUuyGu?tLFn1$uv: >G2)`$R5})K tnLa1S6pG@RMQ-1jql9&}4_ 6 years ago

This can lead to loss of efficiency or even total damage to the pump.

Note: Other combinations may cause reverse rotation! The two LM335Z Temperature Sensors are provided pre-soldered onto short 100mm leads. What Solar Panel Manufacturers, do you purchase from. After the water level recovers, the pump will restart, but this light will slowly flash until the sun goes down, power is interrupted, or the power switch is reset. Motor is turning. %PDF-1.5

This circuit is used to electronically control the pump in a solar water heating system. The concept of 'Green Buildings' includes the use of solar water pump systems for the purpose of drinking water and other sanitary uses of water.

If solar was so great an idea and solution then farmers would be using it now. Solar Panel Angle Calculator.

<> 3 years ago. I priced the 21 x 230 watt panels today. This Instructable will act as a standard guide which help you in understanding how to build the Solar Panel Stand, Estimating the Number of Panels & Other Parts required, Electrical Connections,etc.

By the way, whether this solar panels expensive?I think solar panel will reduce waste also and good for third world countries, also good for remote areas. 3 0 obj 1 0 obj In this step you will be using 21 solar panels.Solar Panel Specifications: 1. Start by attaching either side of one 19.63ft C-channel to the top of the Lower I-beams by bolting them together. (Input of CB) 4. Click here to view the connection diagram for the REUK solar pump controller.

i.e. In this step you will place 2 X 11ft I-beams at the remaining two corners. In this step you will be using 6x 20.18ft C-channel. No one is willing to go into prices, cost of maintenance, and life expectancy of the various parts to run the system.

They are cost effective and are independent from a countries electricity grid. Inorder to obtain their daily water requirements we pump our water from wells, dams, rivers, ponds,etc. Refer to the Layout diagram.

I have been able to irrigate a cucumber and watermelon crop in the middle of summer which also has significantly increased my profits from agriculture, something I wouldn't have been able to do without solar energy. If you do not wish to add an '11ft+7ft' I-beam design you can instead add an 18ft I-beam. Before connecting the Solar array to the Solar Pump System Controller we must connect a Circuit Breaker(CB) between them. It depends on factors such as the cost of C-channel, Solar Panel Manufacturers, Government Subsidiaries on Solar Powered Water pumps, etc. 4 0 obj

Connect the Water output of the pump to a long pipe and ensure that it is secured properly. One placed and aligned properly as shown in the layout diagram, weld or bolt them to the structure. The spacing between two C-channel should be 3ft. In this step you will be using 5X 20.84ft C-channel. Reply Pump is turned off by action of the remote float switch. P.S: This application was included in view of the Apocalypse Preparedness Contest :). In this step you can either use C-channel or Aluminium Box Channel.

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Most Solar Pump System Controllers come along with LED indicators. Connect wires from the 'L1,L2,L3' & 'Ground' terminals of the solar pump system controller to the matching numbers on the pump leads. 1. Thanks. In country's such as India, farmers sell vegetables based on weight and hence any weight loss would result in significant losses. 2. Next place one of the C-channel at the centre as shown in the layout diagram.

Place 6 Circuit Breakers(CB) in a PVC Box. l|f ;9MI:ej{wst [1(RU-qL/hnT,4\4j^LWZp=G9K\8p[K35K@C ) RAHkpCd Buh>@6Q}7"@3y The Power IN,L1,L2,L3 and Ground connector terminals are in the controller. Price wise solar makes no sense unless you are located 5 or more miles from a grid source of power. 2.

Keep a fire extinguisher around incase of a fire.

Inorder to understand the design of the Solar Panel Stand, I have attached the 3D model and Layout diagram files. Humans are dependent on water for survival. This Instructable will help you to setup a fully functional Solar Water Pumping System. Make sure that the 7ft I-beam is perpendicular to the ground surface with the help of a Level Bottle. We recommend that you employ the services of a qualified electrician. This would lead to the crop not being watered for a day and could result in significant weight loss of the cucumbers.

They last for 20+ years. In low-power conitions, the light may show even if there is not enough power to run the pump. The Solar Panel is a Metal framework consisting of I-beams and C-channel that help support the solar panel and keep them inclined at the required angle.

Choose a suitable pump depending on your requirement. Note: If you do not wish to weld, you can attach the inclined C-channel by bolting it to the entire structure.

(1-5: 20.99 each, 5+: 20.49 each). I have also seen a Solar water pump systems being used in poultry(chicken) applications to cool the sheds and provide drinking water to the poultry birds.

Use all necessary welding and safety equipment.

7 years ago sub 3 Amp) 12V solar water heating pump, or to trigger a 12V relay connected to a mains-powered pump or large 12V pump and suitable power source.

Do follow for more such Instructables. The price (not including shipping charges) was $3,948 USD.

Protect yourself from such events and install a Solar Water Pump System. 3. 7 years ago Buy of SOLAR PUMP CONTROLLER CIRCUIT. Some pumps come along with additional connections such as Low Water Probe, Float Switch, Battery System,etc. Pump speed (RPM) can be read of the flashing sequence of the Pump ON LED as follows: If the Pump Overloads, the LED will change to red. Attach both sides of the 24.46ft C-channel to the top of the two 7ft I-beams respectively with the help of Stainless Steel nuts and bolts. Place one C-channel between the Centre and outermost C-channel on either side. The specifications of the Metal Stand (Angle), Solar Capacity, Pump output have been optimised to my desired requirements and location. In this step you will need to mix concrete for the foundation. Full details of the operation of this circuit are provided in our article Solar Water Heating Pump Controller.

Additional lengths of red cable and black cable should be purchased if required to enable the temperature sensors to reach the solar water heating panel and to the hot water storage tank. Length X Breadth X Height(mm): 1960 X 990 X 42. Since the system is OFF-Grid, it can always pump water even in an apocalypse. > The house isn't worth too much more than that and I could never sell the home for the value.

Did you make this project? I have toyed with the idea of doing a small system just for my shop and find that even beyond my financial reach. Make sure you use Stainless Steel nuts and bolts. xXmO"INf)}.Y]Vlf@f`d~zheScqzQZKQG (llA`u8:0O&q:LoKp0C;mW+ h?V+($NXo~"ET+}O9X@"[xPemdbsMwL@C^E>6`p-gg4()BT'1KLD0!9paegi@ZM*R9h[P2!vBh|_>*:U\of

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