SD2 Solar Direct Aerator Single Panel

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$5,399.00
SKU:
SD2 KIT
UPC:
752505798646
Availability:
Ships in 1-2 business days
Shipping::
FREE SHIPPING to Lower 48
Country of Origin:
USA
COVERAGE:
Up to 2.5 Acres
Questions:
Call us at (608)272-3999
Brand:
NOVAEOS
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Product Overview

SD-2 Solar Direct Aerator Single Panel

The SD-2 Solar Direct Aerator Single Panel system brings professional-grade, off-grid solar pond aeration to larger ponds without batteries, trenching, monthly electric cost, or AC power at the shoreline.

Built for ponds and small lakes where utility power is unavailable, impractical, or expensive to install, the SD-2 converts solar energy directly into three-phase power to run a brushless rocking piston compressor. The result is a rugged, efficient, low-maintenance solar pond aerator that operates during daylight hours and helps improve water quality where conventional electric aeration is difficult to justify.

The SD-2 is a strong fit for remote ponds, farm ponds, wildlife ponds, livestock water, HOA ponds, golf course ponds, irrigation ponds, parks, camps, and other off-grid water-quality applications. By delivering subsurface aeration through two DB-36 stainless steel diffusers, the system helps increase dissolved oxygen, reduce thermal stratification, improve circulation, reduce odor, support fish health, and encourage natural biological breakdown of organic matter.

Up to 2.5 Acres Designed for mid-sized ponds and remote sites.
2.8 SCFM Efficient airflow from a brushless rocking piston compressor.
No Batteries Solar-direct operation with fewer parts to maintain.
Low-Light Run Designed to operate in cloudy and adverse conditions.

Solar Direct Power, Fewer Maintenance Items

The SD-Series platform is designed to use solar power directly instead of storing it in batteries first. Eliminating batteries reduces up-front cost, reduces maintenance, improves conversion efficiency, and removes one of the most common long-term service items found in many solar aeration systems.

The SD-2 uses a high-efficiency digital motor-control platform and a solar module sized to provide strong compressor output in normal sun while still supporting operation in lower-light conditions. For sites that need even more runtime in very cloudy weather, rain, snow, or winter conditions, a second solar module can be added for dramatically improved low-light performance.

Built Around Durable, Serviceable Components

The SD-2 uses a 3-phase brushless rocking piston compressor, a rugged powder-coated welded steel enclosure, stainless steel hardware, active compressor cooling, over-pressure protection, individual circuit protection, replaceable intake filter/silencer cartridge, brass valves and fittings, and USSM DB-36 stainless steel diffusers. It is built for real outdoor use, not light-duty garden-pond service.

The SD-2 Single Panel kit includes:

  • Complete compressor and control system
  • One USA-made 60-cell mono-crystalline solar module
  • Adjustable top-of-pole solar mounting system
  • Pole-mount enclosure with mounting hardware
  • Two DB-36 stainless steel diffusers
  • One 300-foot reel of 3/8-inch weighted airline
  • PV cables and required wiring components
  • Easy-to-follow installation instructions
  • US-based technical support
  • Factory warranty coverage

The customer supplies a 3-inch Schedule 40 or Schedule 80 steel mounting pole with a 3.5-inch outside diameter. Do not use plastic pipe or tubing for the solar mounting pole.

Single panel or dual panel? The single-panel SD-2 is a cost-effective solar-direct aerator for normal sunlight conditions. Choose the dual-panel configuration when longer daily runtime, better low-light operation, winter performance, or additional operating margin is important.

SD-2 Solar Direct Aerator Single Panel Specs

System Capacity

  • Recommended coverage: Up to 2.5 acres
  • System type: Solar Direct subsurface pond aerator
  • Power source: Solar-direct PV operation, no batteries required
  • Solar module: One USA-made mono-crystalline 60-cell solar module
  • Solar module size: 345+ watt class, approximately 41 in. x 69 in.
  • Rated operating depth: 2 to 40 feet water depth
  • SKU: SD2 KIT
  • UPC: 752505798646
  • Country of origin: USA

Compressor & Air Output

  • Compressor type: 3-phase brushless rocking piston compressor
  • Air flow: 2.8 SCFM
  • Air output at pressure: 2.8 CFM at 10 PSI
  • Operating sound level: Less than 60 dB at 6 feet
  • Air intake: Intake filter/silencer with replaceable cartridge
  • Over-pressure protection: Brass automatic pressure relief valve
  • Flow balancing: Two full-flow brass ball valves
  • Hose connections: Two 3/8-inch brass barbs

Solar Racking

  • Mount type: Fully adjustable top-of-pole solar mounting system
  • Aluminum: 6061-T6 anodized aluminum extrusion
  • Steel parts: Laser-cut and welded steel
  • Hardware: Stainless steel
  • Pole size: 3-inch Schedule 40 or Schedule 80 steel pole, installer supplied
  • Required pole outside diameter: 3.5 inches
  • Tilt range: Adjustable tilt, 0 to 60 degrees
  • Wind load rating: 90 MPH

Enclosure & Mechanical

  • Enclosure material: All-welded, laser-cut steel
  • Finish: Baked-on polyester powder coat
  • Hardware: Stainless steel
  • Enclosure rating: NEMA 4/3R
  • Enclosure dimensions: 12.8 in. W x 15.25 in. H x 10.3 in. D
  • Enclosure weight: 30 lb
  • Locking cabinet hardware: Included
  • Insulation: Optional

Thermal Management & Protection

  • Compressor cooling: 75 CFM auto-active ventilation
  • High-temperature protection: Yes, with automatic restart
  • Circuit protection: Individual thermal-magnetic circuit breakers for solar input and compressor
  • Ventilation: High-flow enclosure cooling and ventilation

Diffusers & Airline

  • Diffusers included: Two DB-36 stainless steel diffusers
  • Diffuser construction: Laser-cut stainless steel base using high-efficiency Aero-Tube
  • Weighted airline included: One 300-foot reel of 3/8-inch weighted airline
  • Diffuser compatibility: Works with USSM DB-36 diffusers and other diffuser styles when properly configured

Warranty & Support

  • Compressor and controls warranty: 1 year
  • Non-wearable parts warranty: 5 years
  • Solar panel warranty: 20 years
  • Technical support: US-based and in-house
  • Availability: Usually ships in 1 to 2 business days
  • Shipping: Free shipping to the lower 48 states

Installation Note: The customer supplies the 3-inch Schedule 40 or Schedule 80 steel mounting pole. Do not use plastic pipe or tubing for the solar mounting pole. Proper pole installation, solar array orientation, diffuser placement, and airline routing are important for best performance.

Warranty Information

3 Years Compressor 5 Years on Non-Wearable Parts 1 Year on Electronics 20 Years on Solar Panel(s). Manufacturer Direct.

Reviews

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  • 5
    Best Solar Pond Aerator

    Posted by Logan Aho on 21st May 2026

    We bought this aerator for our 2-acre pond five years ago, and it has improved the water quality far beyond what we imagined. The water used to be very dirty, but now we can see almost 8 feet down. The motor is quiet and has worked flawlessly for the past five years. I cannot recommend this system enough. Great job on a fantastic product!

  • 5
    Very Satisfying

    Posted by John M. on 13th Apr 2026

    They took a lot of care in packaging the product for shipment. I installed the complete system myself in one day and I see improvements in my pond already.

  • 5
    SD-2-PM Solar Aerator -Single Panel

    Posted by Gary W on 21st May 2022

    Excellent product. Just what I was looking for. Installation was a little confusing. I had to go to website and find instructions for each part of the set up. What I would suggest is have a complete set of instructions, all together, for each set up sold. Then I could open instructions as I got to it. Pole set up, mounting hardware for solar panel, install solar panel, box mounting, air diffuser, hose assembly, and placements of diffusers in the pond. Customer service none better. Questions before the sale, answered! Shipping location, understood my situation of new 911 addeess and headed off any delivery problems. This is the place for honest, accurate solar products. Thanks

  • 5
    Impressive company

    Posted by Lynn Hughes on 4th Jan 2022

    This was the most impressive company I have ever worked with. I have been in the construction business for 40 years and have worked with countless companies. Eric was very professional and urged me to call him directly with any questions or concerns I may have during the whole process. The shipping crate alone told me I was dealing with a company that really cared about workmanship, being American made, and keeping the customer number 1. All of the components were quality, heavy duty and very easily assembled with simple, detailed instructions. The solar kit works awesome! I would highly recommend this company for their pond aeration systems and any other products they may sell. Thanks for everything.

  • 5
    Amazing product

    Posted by George Eapen on 28th Jul 2021

    I have a 7 acre pond in East Texas and while I have never suffered any fish kills, I have always wanted to aerate the pond to provide a better habitat for my fish and pond wildlife. I had been researching aerators for the last couple of years but had been hesitant due to the cost and challenges of installation. I finally took the plunge with US Solar Mounts because they are veteran owned and proudly sell American made equipment. My experience has been nothing short of amazingly positive. First of all, after placing my order, I received a phone call from the owner of the company (Eric) who personally took the time and effort to call me and let me know that their shipping was delayed due to the pandemic related supply shortages. Even with the delay, my shipment arrived within 2 weeks and came very securely packaged without any damage or missing parts. This is very important to me personally, since I have to arrange for time off work to go an pick up the shipment from the trucking warehouse with a trailer. I then trailered the shipment to my farm and installed the system with my son about a week ago. Neither of us have any experience with solar installations and neither of us can be honestly described as particularly handy, but the installation was a breeze because the accompanying instructions were very clear and easy to follow. The equipment is obviously very high quality and well made. The fittings and hardware are also of very high quality and it is obvious that the company takes pride in their products. For anyone considering a pond aerator, this is a great company that sells equipment at a fair price and is committed to customer service. I recommend this product and company without any reservations.

  • 5
    Solar Aerator

    Posted by Matt on 13th May 2021

    Absolutely wonderful set up. Super easy to install. We've only had it about a week and a half. Very, very helpful service!! Highly recommend U.S. Solar Mounts!!

  • 5
    Works awesome!

    Posted by C. Shane Conner on 8th Jun 2020

    Very well made. Very easy to install. Works excellent. With 1 solar panel I was impressed. My pond needed attention so I added another one for the extended run time. I was skeptical at first but definitely exceeded my expectations. Thank you for a great experience!

  • 5
    2 Years now - and still rock-solid.

    Posted by SO-TEX_fishguy on 30th Apr 2020

    My wife and I own some property in South Tx with several ponds. After multiple fish-kill experiences, we decided to install aeration. There is no power anywhere near our ponds, so we needed to look at a solar option. We looked around the web extensively and chose to purchase a unit from Outdoor Water Solutions. Our decision was based mostly on price as we did not know too much about solar. That turned out be a Texas-size mistake. We had multiple compressor failures and had to replace the control box twice. Even installing the thing was a pain. The solar mounting part did not fit very good at all and we had to drill out holes to get the bolts to go in. The thing was also very loud. It finally died again and we decided not to mess with it any more. We didnt think that we would even try solar again. A friend of ours suggested that we take a look at this model from US Solar. It was more expensive, but it turned out to be a great choice. Here is what we have learned after 1 year+ 1. It was super easy to put together. Everything fit together perfect. We did have to find a pole locally. Install took about 4 hours. 2. We got the extra solar panel for cloudy days. It does run very well and, like they say, it does run when its cloudy and raining. 3. It is very, very nicely built. Everything fits well and is finished all around. 4. It is half the size of the Outdoor Water Solutions one that we tried first and is much, much, much quieter and smoother-running. 5. The diffusers are very nice and well built. No cheap parts at all. 6. We had a terrible wind storm last year that destroyed several things on our property, but the solar mount stood proud with no problems. In 2 years+, we have not had a single problem with this solar aerator. All we do is check the filter every few months. The bottom line: If you are going to use a solar aerator, dont get a cheap one. You will pay over and over for it. Back when we ordered it, the company (US Solar) shipped in less than 24 hours. We recommend this unit and this company highly!!