Solar Garden Fountains

Solar garden fountains are an innovative way to use the water fountain outdoors where there is no direct supply of electricity. The concept behind solar garden fountains this is very simple, a solar cell attached to the fountain converts direct sunlight into electricity and drives the fountain pump to push the water into fountain cascade.

When you buy the solar garden fountain it comes equipped with a solar cell as a standard accessory. For a normal garden fountain a solar panel of 6″ X 8″s enough to drive the fountain pump.

In order to produce enough electricity it is absolutely necessary that the solar cell always remains is in direct sunlight so that it can run the pump all day long. While selecting a location for your fountain make sure that the solar cell is placed in such a place that receives direct sunlight all day long.

To make this easier many manufacturers provide a 10 feet long chord between the fountain pump and the solar cell so that you can keep the fountain at one place but place the solar cell in a place, which receives enough sunlight.

The solar cell is used to convert sunlight into electricity and directly send it to the fountain pump. The solar cell cannot store the energy that’s why you cannot use the solar garden fountain during night hours. To solve this problem most solar garden fountains have an arrangement of AC adapter connection for direct supply of electricity and can be used indoors.

It is a good idea to clean the surface of the solar cell regularly using a smooth cloth so that the surface of the solar cell remains clean and free of dust. Such type of regular cleaning can definitely improve the functioning of the pump because it will receive more energy during day hours and you ca enjoy the solar garden fountain to it’s full potential.

So if you are thinking about installing a solar garden fountain but are not sure then I urge you to give it a try and see the results for yourself.

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Solar Water Fountains

Solar water fountains are one of the best ways to save energy in your garden and at the same time have the same quality visual display of a normal fountain. In solar water fountains a direct electrical outlet does not drive the fountain pump.

In solar water fountainsthe solar cell (also called as Photo Voltaic cell) converts direct sunlight into electricity and drives the fountain pump to push the water into the fountain cascade. That is why these solar water pumps can be places in outdoor garden and in direct sunlight.

When you buy a solar water fountain it comes equipped with a 6″X8″ solar panel which is attached to a fountain pump with a 10feet cable. The solar panel is kept exposed to direct sunlight and the moment it starts converting sunlight into electricity the fountains starts into action.

The solar cell does not store electricity and that’s why cannot be used during night hours. To make sure that you get the most out of your solar water fountain, the solar panel must be kept in full and direct sunlight away from shadows cast by trees or rooftops.

During cloudy climates the solar cell may not [produce the electricity required to fully drive the pump and hence the fountain may not work to it’s fullest potential. During such times you carry the fountain and the solar cell inside and simply disconnect the solar cell. Most solar water fountains also have an arrangement of an AC adapter so that you can use it during night hours indoors with a direct electrical connection.

For a longer and healthy life of the solar cell it is recommended that you clean the surface of the solar panel regularly with a smooth cloth so that the solar cells get maximum direct sunlight and reduce the right amount of electricity to drive the fountain pump.

Thus if you have not yet decide to go for a solar water fountain then I urge you to give it a try so that you learn something new from it and at the same time save money through this experiment.

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Solar Water Fountain

As the name suggests a solar water fountain primarily uses sunlight as the main source of energy. The basic function of any fountain is quite simple.

Electricity is used to drive a small water fountain pump mostly submerged into water reservoir that pumps water at a height and then a cascading feature will throw the water down again due to gravity forming a fountain effect.

In solar powered water fountains electricity is generated using a solar cell also called as PV cells (Photovoltaic cells). These cells when exposed to direct sunlight generate electricity, which is used to drive the water fountain pump. This makes the solar water fountain very economical as compared to other standard water fountains.

When you purchase a solar water fountain you get two basic components with it. The first is the fountain itself with all it’s decorative components depending upon the design and secondly you get a solar cell panel. The solar panel normally measures about 6″ wide X 8″ wide.

The solar panel and the fountain pump can be connected using a cable that comes with the entire package. While installing the solar water fountain first select a good location in your garden where the solar panel will receive direct sunlight. This is absolutely important because if the solar panel receives shadows of nearby trees or building roofs then it won’t generate any electricity to drive the pump.

If you don’t want to keep your fountain outside then the cable can be unwounded to about 10 feet so that the solar panel is outside and the fountain is in a semi-covered space. Many solar water fountains come with an AC adapter (as an accessory) so that the water fountain can also be used indoors with a direct supply.

The solar cell attached to this fountain does not store any electricity so it can’t be used during night hours. Also if the climate is cloudy then the solar cell will fail to generate any electricity due to lack of direct sunlight.

However having an energy saving solar water fountain in your garden can be a great way to help our environment and at the same time you’ll cut your electricity bills.

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