Grundfos SQFlex pumps
Grundfos
Submersible pumps that are compatible with renewable and traditional energy sources.
The Grundfos SQFlex pumps are a range of submersible pumps that are compatible with energy from renewable and traditional sources, which make them suitable for off-grid water pumping systems. The pumps are submersible helical rotor and centrifugal pumps that can receive almost any AC or DC power supply, and are commonly used as a solar pump. The SQFlex pumps operate in a wide range of conditions, up to over 200 m of head and over 80 m3/hr. with 100 watts to 1700 watts.
The product is available through local distributors worldwide.
Pricing of SQFlex pumps varies by distributor, but cost approximately 2,300 USD.
In general, the SQFlex pump competes against other solar pumps, but no other pump can support AC and DC power. SDS-T-128 Submersible Solar Pump, IZ Southern Cross Windmill, Kijito 2008 Windpump
Goal 6: Clean water and sanitation
Water users in areas that do not have reliable access to an electrical grid.