Aquarian Solar Surface Pond Aerator (1 HP | 1,480W)

Daytime Surface Aeration for Ponds Without Convenient Grid Power

The Aquarian Solar Surface Pond Aerator is a 1 HP floating aerator for ponds where strong surface movement is needed but running utility power to the shoreline is difficult or expensive. It is well suited to rural properties, farms, ranches, community ponds, and other open sites with dependable sun exposure.

The foul-resistant propeller moves water into a beautiful broad surface plume. This increases water to air contact and creates visible circulation across the pond surface without using a decorative spray nozzle.

Four bifacial solar panels provide 1,480 watts of total array capacity. The OWS Max Energy Solar Inverter manages power from the array during daylight operation. Standard run time follows available sunlight; an optional grid-blending configuration can supplement solar power when longer operation is required.

The visible plume is part of the circulation process, not a multi-pattern display fountain, and actual performance depends on sunlight, panel placement, shading, water depth, mooring position, wind, and pond conditions.

Strong Surface Movement Without Extending Utility Power to the Pond

• Solar operation for remote water: Run the aerator during available daylight without trenching a dedicated electrical line to the shoreline.
• Surface circulation: The 1 HP motor and foul-resistant propeller move a large volume of water into a broad, visible plume. Up to 1,000 GPM
• 1,480 watt bifacial array: Four panels are designed to collect sunlight on both faces when site conditions and reflected light allow.
• No motor oil to service: The sealed motor is cooled and lubricated by water, removing motor-oil changes and oil spill risk.
• Optional grid assistance: AC/DC blending can supplement solar input when the property has utility power and operation beyond daylight hours is needed.
• Complete operating package: The aerator assembly, float, debris cage, solar array, racking, mounting pole, inverter, and selected submersible cable length are supplied as one system.

Best for Open-Sun Ponds That Need Concentrated Surface Circulation

Best suited for: Private ponds, farm and ranch ponds, community water features, and small commercial properties where the pond has clear solar exposure and grid power is distant or unavailable.

Plan the solar site first: The four panel array and 4 inch mounting pole need a stable location with minimal shade. Trees, buildings, seasonal shadows, panel orientation, cloud cover, and reflected light affect daily operating time.

Plan the water placement: The aerator requires at least 24 inches of water. A common mooring guideline is approximately three feet of 1/4-inch polyethylene rope for each foot of water depth, attached to weighted anchors or secured to the shoreline. Mooring materials and anchors should be confirmed separately before installation.

Not designed for: Around the clock operation from solar power alone, not for battery backed overnight operation, not a selectable decorative fountain pattern, or guaranteed whole pond circulation and oxygen results.

Confirm Sun Exposure, Cable Reach, and Mooring Before Ordering

The live product options provide submersible cable selections from 100 to 400 feet in 50-foot increments. Choose the length that reaches the planned aerator position without splicing the supplied cable.

Installation planning: Confirm the panel location, pole foundation, cable route, water depth, mooring layout, and local electrical requirements before installation. Grid-blending equipment and grid-power cord requirements should be confirmed with OWS before ordering.

Maintenance and safety: Disconnect and isolate all solar and grid power sources before touching or servicing the equipment. Periodically inspect the panels, racking, wiring, submersible cable, float, debris cage, propeller, and mooring system for shading, buildup, looseness, physical damage, or wear.