Spitfire 50 DC Solar Water Pump

Spitfire 50 DC Solar Borehole Pump & Controller - 120W, 50m Head

The Spitfire 50 is a 120W DC solar submersible pump designed for borehole and well water pumping on off-grid farms, smallholdings, and rural properties across South Africa and Namibia. It runs directly off solar panels, no batteries or grid power needed, and can lift water from depths of up to 25m below static water level, delivering up to 1.2m3 of water per hour at heads of up to 50m. It comes paired with a matched DC controller for plug and play solar input.

Specifications:

Power Rating: 120W
Max Head: 50m
Max Flow Rate: 1.2m3/h
Max Submersion Depth: 25m
Voltage Range: 36V to 50V, optimal 42V (50V max - do not exceed)
Outlet Size: 20mm
Pump Diameter: 75mm
Power Source: DC Solar, controller included

Best suited for livestock watering, household water supply, small scale drip irrigation, and borehole or well pumping in off-grid or load-shedding-prone areas.

Frequently Asked Questions

How deep can the Spitfire 50 pump water from?
The Spitfire 50 can be submerged up to 25m below the water surface and is rated to lift water through a total head of up to 50m.

What size solar panel do I need for the Spitfire 50?
1 x 300 - 455w

Can I install batteries?
No. It is a direct solar DC pump. It runs straight off solar panels via its DC controller without requiring batteries.

What is the flow rate of the Spitfire 50?
Up to 1.2 cubic metres per hour, depending on total head and solar input at the time.

What outlet size does it use?
A 20mm outlet, standard for most rural and agricultural piping setups.