Solar Powered Pneumatic Pump Controller

Blackhawk's solar powered pneumatic pump controller manages air consumption by turning the air supply to the pump ON and OFF based on timer functions or based on input from level sensors in the well or sump. Using solar power means the controller can be installed virtually anywhere. You don't have the expense and maintenance issues of running electricity to your wells. The solar panel charges a maintenance free gel battery that provides reliable, stand-alone power to the internal programmable logic controller that opens and closes an air solenoid valve based on programmable timer functions or external level controls.

The controller can turn one or more pumps ON or OFF based on run time, time of day, day of the week, or liquid level in the well, sump, or holding tank. Air supply to the pneumatic pumps is turned on or off by a solenoid valve activated by the PLC, based on time or input from a pressure transducer or conductivity sensors.

Although Blackhawk pumps can run dry without damaging the pump, the controller manages air consumption—to minimize operating costs while meeting application needs.