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Solar Pond Pump & Fountain Kit with Filter | NZ Stock

Regular price $46.99 NZD
Regular price Sale price $46.99 NZD
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Bring Moving Water to Your Garden with Solar Power

Add a gently splashing water feature to your backyard without connecting the pump to outdoor mains power. This solar pond pump and fountain kit includes a separate solar panel, submersible pump, filter box with sponge and four interchangeable spray heads.

Use it in a suitably sized bird bath, small ornamental pond or patio water feature. The 3m cable lets you position the panel in direct sunlight while placing the pump in the water.

Stocked locally and dispatched from Auckland, with free standard shipping within New Zealand.

Direct Sunlight Required

This pump runs directly from its solar panel. No battery storage is listed. Flow and spray height vary with sunlight.

Why Choose a Solar Garden Fountain?

  • No mains electricity for the pump: power comes from the included solar panel.
  • No ongoing mains electricity cost: enjoy a daytime water feature powered by available sunlight.
  • Flexible placement: the separate panel and 3m cable help you find a sunny position.
  • Simple installation: connect the supplied components and follow the manual without installing a mains-powered pump circuit.

There is still a connection cable between the panel and pump. Route it securely to avoid trips, snagging and damage.

Four Spray Heads for Different Fountain Looks

The kit includes four interchangeable shower heads so you can try different spray patterns. Fountain height depends on sunlight, nozzle choice, water depth and the condition of the pump and filter.

Choose a spray pattern that keeps water inside the container. Wind and overspray can lower the water level, especially in shallow bird baths.

Sponge Pre-Filter and Easy Placement

The included filter box and sponge help intercept debris before it reaches the pump. Clean them regularly to maintain water flow.

Suction cups on the underside help secure the pump to a suitable smooth surface. Keep the pump submerged as instructed and check the water level frequently.

The sponge is a pump pre-filter, not a complete pond filtration system. It does not guarantee clear water or remove the need for regular pond maintenance.

Water Movement for Bird Baths and Small Ponds

Moving water adds sound and visual interest to a garden feature and may encourage birds to investigate. Keep bird baths clean and provide suitable shallow access for wildlife.

Fountain splashing can support water movement and surface gas exchange while the pump is running, but it does not establish adequate oxygen levels for fish.

Do not rely on this sunlight-dependent pump as the sole life-support system for goldfish, koi or other aquatic animals. Fish ponds may need appropriately sized continuous filtration and aeration.

Water movement alone is not guaranteed mosquito prevention. Clean containers, manage stagnant areas and use appropriate pond-care measures.

Technical Specifications

Power source Direct solar power; no battery storage listed
Solar panel rating 7V, 1.5W
Listed pump voltage DC 4.5–12V
Maximum listed flow 180 litres per hour
Maximum listed lift 100cm
Maximum listed spray height 45cm
Solar panel dimensions 170 × 120 × 35mm
Cable length 3m
Filtration Included filter box and sponge pre-filter
Spray attachments 4 shower heads
Original listed water-protection rating IP68; follow the manual for component-specific immersion limits
Listed start delay Up to 5 seconds under suitable conditions
Listed restart Within 3 seconds after sufficient sunlight returns
Original listed service life At least 10,000 hours; not a guaranteed operating life or warranty duration
Warranty 6 months

Maximum flow, lift and spray height are separate performance figures and should not be assumed to occur simultaneously. Actual output varies with sunlight and installation conditions.

What’s Included?

  • 1 × solar panel
  • 1 × solar fountain pump
  • 4 × shower heads
  • 1 × filter box and sponge
  • 1 × user manual

Brand new. Product photo is for reference only.

The Technsave NZ Garden Advantage

  • Local NZ stock: dispatched from Auckland.
  • Free standard NZ shipping: tracked delivery within New Zealand.
  • Delivery estimate: 1–3 business days after dispatch, not a guaranteed arrival date.
  • Local warranty: six-month warranty as stated in the original listing.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I buy an affordable solar-powered pond pump and fountain kit in New Zealand?

Technsave at technsave.nz sells this solar fountain kit from local Auckland stock. It includes a 1.5W solar panel, submersible pump, four spray heads, filter box and sponge, with a 3m connection cable. Free standard shipping is available within New Zealand, with estimated delivery of 1–3 business days after dispatch.

Does this solar water pump require outdoor mains power or extension cords?

No mains power is required for the pump. It runs directly from the supplied solar panel, with no battery storage listed. The panel connects to the pump through a 3m cable. Operation depends on sufficient direct sunlight, so it may stop in shade, heavy cloud or at night.

Does this solar fountain keep ponds clean and prevent mosquitoes?

The pump circulates water while sufficient sunlight is available, and the sponge pre-filter helps intercept debris entering the pump. It does not replace full pond filtration, guarantee clear water or prevent mosquito breeding. Keep the feature clean, manage stagnant areas and provide suitable continuous aeration and filtration where fish require it.

Installation and Care

  1. Read the supplied manual and connect the panel, pump and selected spray head.
  2. Place the panel in direct sunlight and secure the cable safely.
  3. Position the pump in sufficient water, using its suction cups on a suitable smooth surface.
  4. Check water levels, spray containment and filter condition regularly.
  5. Disconnect the panel before cleaning or handling the pump components.

Do not run the pump dry. Keep non-submersible components out of the water and follow the manual’s immersion limits. Supervise children around all garden water features.