Folwatt Solar Deep Well Pump Transforms Irrigation in Rural Tanzania

November 12, 2025

How the Flowatt 72V 900W Solar Deep Well Pump enabled an orchard owner to access groundwater at 140 meters, cut fuel costs, and stabilize irrigation in an off-grid environment.

Background

John operates a fruit orchard in a dry, remote area of Tanzania where the groundwater is very deep. For years he relied on diesel generators and inconsistent grid power to run his pump, which led to high operating costs and frequent interruptions to irrigation schedules.

Location: Central Tanzania
Customer: John, Orchard Owner

Challenges

Groundwater more than 120 meters deep — conventional pumps struggled.
High and volatile diesel fuel costs that reduced farm profitability.
Frequent grid power outages causing missed irrigation windows.
Ongoing maintenance and downtime associated with fuel-powered systems.
Unpredictable crop yields due to inconsistent water supply.

Solution

To solve these problems, John installed the Flowatt 72V 900W Solar Deep Well Pump. This Solar Deep Well Pump is purpose-built for deep groundwater extraction in off-grid locations and features a high-efficiency brushless DC motor, stainless-steel pump body, and an integrated MPPT controller to optimize solar energy usage.

Key specifications

Model: Flowatt 72V 900W
Maximum head: 140 meters
Power: 900W DC with MPPT solar controller
Construction: Corrosion-resistant stainless steel

Results

After commissioning the Solar Deep Well Pump, John experienced immediate and measurable benefits across operations, cost, and crop performance.

Reliable water supply

Continuous irrigation even during grid outages and dry spells.

Major cost reductions

Eliminated diesel spend and reduced maintenance — saving up to 70–80% on pumping costs (site-dependent).

Improved crop health

Consistent watering led to better tree vigor and higher fruit quality.

Low maintenance

Durable construction and brushless motor significantly lowered downtime.

“This solar deep well pump gave me freedom from diesel and power cuts. It's reliable every day.” — John, Orchard Owner, Tanzania

Impact

The Flowatt Solar Deep Well Pump enabled John to modernize irrigation with a sustainable, off-grid solution. The pump's ability to lift water up to 140 meters made previously inaccessible groundwater usable for productive irrigation — transforming the orchard from an uncertain operation into a reliable, revenue-generating farm.