Solar Powered Aeration

How does solar pond aeration technology work?

If you have a pond or lake that is remotely located, you can still have an aeration system that will keep your pond healthy, all year round. Most importantly, Solar Powered aerators are completely “green” and eco-friendly option. Our Solar pond aeration systems require very little maintenance, running during the day and all through the night—even on cloudy days!

ProLake systems use solar panels that are made from connected photovoltaic cells. The solar panels are encased in a non-reflective, insulated pane of glass. The insulation also helps to control the temperature inside the panel and keep it from over-heating.

Photovoltaic cells are made from multi-layered silicone. The top layer is treated with phosphorus, which creates a negative charge, while the bottom layer is treated with boron, which creates a positive charge. Once the layers are positioned over one another, they create an electric field between the layers, very much like a battery.

When sunlight hits the solar panel, the electric field between the positive and negative layers will cause electrons to be released. Metal plates on each side of each cell collect the electricity, which feeds the DC current into a power inverter, creating electricity. In the case of Solaer® aeration, energy is stored in the back-up battery supply system, housed in the cabinet for use on cloudy days and during nighttime hours.

Not sure if you need a solar-powered aeration unit or an electric-powered aerator? Complete a pond assessment request and Pond Lake Management’s team of experts can help.

(It is extremely important that you place Solaer® aeration panels in an area where it can access sunlight, from sun-up to sun-down.)