Solar Irrigation Kits in Kenya

For years, unreliable rainfall and expensive fuel-powered irrigation systems have made it difficult for farmers to consistently water their crops. Solar irrigation kits in Kenya are revolutionizing agriculture by providing a cost-effective, eco-friendly and sustainable way to irrigate crops.

Solar Irrigation by Aqua Hub LTD

Aqua Hub’s solar irrigation kits implement solar energy to pump water and distribute it to the farm.  We deal in solar pumps, full solar systems and irrigation kits sales, plus installation in Kenya.

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Why Aqua Hub’s Solar Irrigation Kits

• Reliable flow rates – our solar irrigation kits provide consistent water distribution at high pressure and volumes. This makes them reliable every time unlike the unpredictable rainfall.
• Zero Cost of Irrigation – with solar irrigation kits, you don’t need to buy fuel or incur any other cost to water your crops.
• Less maintenance needs – solar irrigation systems are durable, does not work with engine mechanism thus low maintenance needs.
• High efficiency – Our solar irrigation accessories are sourced from top popular pump brands in the world.
• Durability – because of quality accessories, expert sizing and installation, our solar irrigation kits last for long periods of time.

Solar Irrigation Kits Complete System

• Solar Pump – pumps are for supplying water to storage tanks incase of drip irrigation or for directly supplying water for high pressure sprinkler systems. Solar pumps can either be submersible or surface types.
• Solar Panels – harnessing and converting sunlight rays to electric current which powers the pump.
• Mounting panels – for holding solar panels on the place with maximum sunlight reach.
• Pump Controller – controls the pump operation and output.
• Irrigation system – common irrigation method integrated with solar systems is the drip irrigation. Rain hose systems can also be powered using surface solar pumps powered by solar energy.

Solar Integrated Irrigation Systems

Drip irrigation – popular technique of supplying water to crops on a drip manner. Combines pipes, driplines, control valves, connectors and fittings to distribute water to crops. In this method, solar pumping system will pump water into a storage tank. The tank often raised, enhances pressure build for uniform water supply to plants by the irrigation system.

Rain Hose irrigation – rain pipe irrigation is the distribution of water to plants using perforated rain pipe system. It also uses HDPE pipes, rain pipes, connectors, and solar pumps to supply water in high pressure rainfall manner to crops.

Sprinkler irrigation – high pressure method of irrigating crops in an overhead or spray manner. The connection of sprinkler systems requires a sola pump and system panels, pipes, connectors and sprinkler heads. The pump is installed at the water source and connected to the irrigation system. Panels and inverter also connect to a pump near the source.

How do Solar Irrigation Kits Work?

Generally, solar irrigation works by integration of solar-powered pumps which draw water from the source and the irrigation system which distributes to the crops. The solar pumps require solar panels, a controller and an inverter in case of AC pumps to operate. A water storage tank is also ideal if you are irrigating the crops through drip method. For sufficient pressure build up, the tank needs to be raised in a tower of 3m height from the ground.

How to Get Started with Solar Irrigation Kits

• Assess the Water Source – you must first consider where you are sourcing your water and indicate the distance to the farm or storage tank.
• Water Requirement Assessment – as per your usage or crop water needs, you should know how much water is needed. It is important for sizing the pump and panels to use.
• Buy the Solar irrigation accessories – Aqua Hub LTD is reliable solar irrigation kits supplier in East Africa. We will help you size the system and help with maintenance.
• Installation of Solar Irrigation Kits – after purchase, we deliver and install your solar irrigation system. Our installation is done by our pump and irrigation technicians.

Benefits of Solar Irrigation Kits in Kenya

You spend less on operation cost of the solar irrigation system. When you compare irrigation systems running on fuel with solar irrigation kits, solar irrigation is a better alternative.

Solar irrigation kits also work with smart controllers and sensors integrated on the farm to automate irrigation. Right from the solar pump at the source to the storage tank and at the farm, automated irrigation devices are applicable.

Implementing solar irrigation systems reduces carbon emissions that is a problem with fuel-consuming pump irrigation.

Solar Pumps are best for use in areas not connected to grid electricity. Rural areas, especially areas with low rainfall, can utilize solar power to water crops and access domestic water from deep wells or dams.

High flow rates – Our solar irrigation kits deliver reliable flow rates.

Buy Solar Irrigation Kits from Aqua Hub LTD

If you are looking for an affordable way of irrigating your crops, solar pumps is the right solution. Going solar means sustainable production at low cost.

We have conducted over 100 irrigation installation projects that work on solar power in Kenya. Our solar irrigation accessories are the best. Sustain your future by going solar today.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many solar panels do it take to run a water pump?

The number of solar panels needed to power a solar water pump depends on the capacity of the pump motor.

What is the downside of solar irrigation kits?

They are expensive to purchase and install. However, once you install them, you spend nothing to run them.

What solar pump is best for Irrigation?

Aqua Hub LTD has wide range of options for reliable solar pumps in Kenya. Our pump work best for small to large farm irrigation needs.

How long do solar water pumps last?

For more than 20 years if it is well maintained.

Does a solar water pump need a battery?

No. the solar panel connection directly transfers power harnessed to the pump via electric cable.

How deep can a solar pump work?

Solar pumps draw from boreholes exceeding 300 m. It depends on the head of the submersible pump you are using.

Do I need an inverter when using solar irrigation system?

If you are using an AC solar pump, you need an inverter. The converter converts direct solar power to Alternating Current which is safe for AC pumps.