Description

A 10HP Hybrid Submersible Pump is a high-speed deep borehole pump designed for large farms, irrigation systems, institutions, commercial properties and high-capacity water supply projects. This model combines a powerful 10HP motor, 336-metre maximum head and 14.4m³/h maximum flow rate, giving it both high lifting pressure and large water-delivery capacity.

The pump has a 2-inch water outlet and comes with a controller box for managing the hybrid power system. It can operate from a correctly designed solar DC supply and compatible AC electricity, giving users greater flexibility than a conventional AC-only borehole pump.

Comparable 10HP AC/DC hybrid pumps currently available in Kenya use a 7.5kW or 7,500W motor and are rated at the same 336m maximum head and 14.4m³/h maximum flow.

Quick Specifications

Feature	Specification
Product	10HP Hybrid Submersible Pump
Pump Type	High-Speed Deep Borehole Pump
Motor Power	10HP / approximately 7.5kW
Rated Power	About 7,500W
Maximum Head	336 metres
Maximum Flow	14.4m³/h
Maximum Output	14,400 litres/hour
Approx. Maximum Flow	240 litres/minute
Outlet	2 Inches
Power System	AC/DC Hybrid
Controller	Controller Box Included
Pump Construction	Multistage
Installation	Submersible
Water Type	Clean/Fresh Water
Main Uses	Boreholes, Irrigation, Farms, Institutions and Tank Filling

Comparable Kenyan 10HP systems confirm the 7.5kW motor, 336m maximum head and 14,400L/h maximum output.

High-Speed 10HP Motor

The pump is powered by an approximately 7.5kW motor, equivalent to 10HP.

This large motor is designed for applications where a smaller 1HP, 2HP or 3HP pump cannot provide sufficient pressure or water volume.

The 10HP rating makes it suitable for:

• Deep boreholes
• Large irrigation projects
• Commercial farms
• High-level storage tanks
• Community water systems
• Schools and hospitals
• Hotels and estates

A comparable Doyin 4SF10-196-7500W hybrid pump currently sold in Kenya is also rated at 7,500W and 10HP.

336 Metres Maximum Head

One of the most important specifications is the 336m maximum head.

This means the pump can generate enough pressure to overcome a theoretical vertical water column of up to 336 metres under its maximum-head operating condition.

It makes the pump useful for:

• Very deep boreholes
• Elevated tanks
• Long rising mains
• Hilly farms
• High-pressure water-transfer systems

Comparable Kenyan 10HP AC/DC pumps with the same 14.4m³/h flow are currently rated at 336 metres maximum head.

Maximum Head Does Not Mean Installation at 336m

Maximum head should not be confused with borehole depth.

A pump with a maximum head of 336m does not automatically mean it should be installed at exactly 336m.

The correct pump selection depends on Total Dynamic Head, including:

• Pumping water level
• Vertical lift
• Height of the storage tank
• Pipe friction
• Valves and fittings
• Required discharge pressure

One comparable 10HP pump with a 336m maximum head is recommended for boreholes up to approximately 328m, but actual installation depth still depends on the borehole and operating conditions.

14.4m³/h High Flow Rate

The pump delivers a maximum flow of:

14.4m³/h

This equals:

14,400 litres per hour

or approximately:

240 litres per minute.

This high output is valuable where large amounts of water must be transferred quickly.

At the theoretical maximum flow:

Operating Time	Water Output
1 Hour	14,400 L
2 Hours	28,800 L
4 Hours	57,600 L
6 Hours	86,400 L
8 Hours	115,200 L
10 Hours	144,000 L

Actual output will depend on the operating head, solar input, pipe diameter and system losses.

Maximum Head and Maximum Flow Are Not Simultaneous

This is important when sizing any borehole pump.

The pump does not normally deliver 14.4m³/h while simultaneously operating at its maximum 336m head.

As pumping head increases, flow rate normally decreases.

Therefore, the correct working point should be selected from the manufacturer’s pump performance curve.

For example, a farm requiring 12m³/h at a Total Dynamic Head of 250m needs to confirm that this operating point lies within the pump curve. Maximum figures alone are not enough.

2-Inch Water Outlet

This pump is supplied with a 2-inch outlet for connection to the rising main.

A 2-inch discharge is useful for high-flow applications because it can carry significantly more water than smaller 1-inch or 1.5-inch lines when the system is correctly designed.

It can connect to suitable:

• HDPE rising mains
• Galvanized pipe
• UPVC pressure pipe
• Steel pipe
• Appropriate borehole fittings

The selected pipe must have a pressure rating suitable for the installation.

Note: Comparable 7.5kW/10HP pumps found online sometimes list different outlet dimensions, including 4 inches For this 2-inch outlet model, use the physical pump specification supplied with the unit when choosing pipes and fittings.

Controller Box Included

The controller box is an important part of the hybrid pump system.

It manages the electrical power supplied to the motor and helps the pump operate efficiently from compatible solar DC and AC power sources.

Depending on the controller supplied, functions can include:

• Solar power management
• AC/DC input management
• MPPT operation
• Soft starting
• Dry-run protection
• Overload protection
• Overcurrent protection
• Overvoltage protection
• Undervoltage protection
• Motor protection
• Water-level control connections

The exact protections should be confirmed from the supplied controller manual.

Hybrid solar pumping controllers commonly combine AC/DC operation with MPPT and protective functions.

What Is MPPT?

Many solar pump controllers use Maximum Power Point Tracking, or MPPT.

Solar panel voltage and power change during the day because of:

• Sun intensity
• Cloud cover
• Panel temperature
• Time of day

MPPT helps the controller obtain useful power from the solar array as these conditions change.

This can allow the pump to start earlier in the morning and continue operating later in the afternoon compared with a poorly matched system.

AC/DC Hybrid Operation

The main advantage of this pump is its hybrid power capability.

Solar DC Operation

During the day, the pump can operate from a correctly designed solar panel array.

Benefits include:

• Reduced electricity bills
• Lower generator fuel costs
• Off-grid operation
• Good suitability for remote farms
• Lower long-term pumping costs

AC Operation

When solar energy is not enough, compatible AC power can be used.

Possible AC sources include:

• Grid electricity
• Correctly sized generator
• Other compatible AC sources

The electrical input must match the controller specification.

Recommended Solar Array

A comparable 7.5kW/10HP AC/DC hybrid pump is currently recommended with:

2 strings × 9 panels × 550W

This means:

18 × 550W solar panels

Total array capacity:

9.9kWp.

This is higher than the 7.5kW motor rating because solar panels do not produce their full nameplate output throughout the day.

However, do not automatically install 18 panels without checking the supplied controller.

The installer must confirm:

• Maximum DC input voltage
• MPPT operating voltage
• Maximum current
• Panel Voc
• Panel Vmp
• Temperature correction
• Series string length
• Parallel string current

Why Solar Panels Are Oversized

Solar output changes continuously.

Factors that reduce actual solar output include:

• Heat
• Dust
• Clouds
• Poor orientation
• Cable losses
• Low morning and evening sunlight

Installing more PV capacity than the motor’s rated power can help the pump operate effectively for more hours during the day.

Multistage Pump Construction

A 336m head requires a multistage pumping system.

Instead of relying on one impeller, a multistage pump uses many impellers arranged in series.

Each stage adds pressure to the water.

This allows the pump to produce high head while still delivering substantial water volume.

Comparable Doyin 10HP models with this performance specification are confirmed as multistage pumps.

Stainless Steel and Copper Motor Construction

Comparable 10HP hybrid borehole pumps use a stainless steel motor body with copper windings.

This provides:

• Good corrosion resistance
• Strong motor construction
• Efficient electrical performance
• Long service life
• Suitability for submerged operation

Double Mechanical Seals

Comparable high-capacity 10HP pumps use double mechanical seals to help protect the motor against water ingress.

Mechanical seal quality is important because retrieving a deep borehole pump for repairs can involve significant labour and equipment costs.

Best Applications

Commercial Irrigation

The combination of high head and high flow makes the pump suitable for:

• Drip irrigation
• Sprinkler irrigation
• Greenhouses
• Orchards
• Horticulture
• Large crop farms

The final irrigation design should still be based on the working pressure and flow required by the irrigation system.

Large Storage Tanks

At a maximum flow of 14,400L/h, the pump can fill large tanks quickly under suitable operating conditions.

For example, ignoring system losses:

• 10,000L tank: less than 1 hour
• 20,000L tank: about 1.4 hours
• 50,000L tank: about 3.5 hours
• 100,000L tank: about 7 hours

Actual filling time depends on the operating head and real pump flow.

Livestock Farming

Suitable for supplying large amounts of water to:

• Dairy farms
• Cattle farms
• Poultry farms
• Pig farms
• Mixed farming operations

Community Water Supply

It can serve:

• Villages
• Water kiosks
• Community boreholes
• Churches
• Schools
• Health facilities

Hotels and Institutions

Suitable for facilities with high daily water demand, including:

• Hotels
• Hospitals
• Schools
• Universities
• Apartment developments

10HP Hybrid Pump vs 7.5HP Hybrid Pump

Feature	7.5HP Hybrid Pump	10HP Hybrid Pump
Typical Motor Power	5.5kW	7.5kW
Comparable Max Head	272m	336m
Maximum Flow	14.4m³/h	14.4m³/h
Best Use	Deep Boreholes	Very Deep Boreholes
Solar Requirement	Lower	Higher
Pressure Capability	High	Higher

A comparable 7.5HP model provides 14.4m³/h at a 272m maximum head, while the 10HP version extends maximum head to 336m while maintaining the same maximum-flow class.

10HP vs 12.5HP Hybrid Pump

Feature	10HP	12.5HP
Power	7.5kW	9.2kW
Maximum Head	336m	400m
Maximum Flow	14.4m³/h	14.4m³/h
Energy Requirement	Lower	Higher
Best For	Very Deep Boreholes	Extreme-Depth Systems

The 10HP model is often the better choice when 336m head is sufficient because it requires less power than a 9.2kW/12.5HP system.

Borehole Test Report Is Important

Do not select this pump before checking the borehole test report.

You need to know:

• Borehole depth
• Static water level
• Dynamic water level
• Borehole yield
• Drawdown
• Recommended pumping rate
• Borehole diameter

If the borehole yield is only 7m³/h, installing a pump capable of 14.4m³/h does not make the borehole produce 14.4m³/h.

Over-pumping can cause:

• Excessive drawdown
• Dry running
• Sand entry
• Pump damage
• Borehole problems

Pipe Sizing for 14.4m³/h

Pipe selection becomes very important at high flow.

Using a small or restrictive pipe can create excessive friction losses.

When selecting the rising main, calculate:

• Flow rate
• Internal pipe diameter
• Pipe length
• Vertical lift
• Fittings
• Non-return valves
• Tank height
• Pressure rating

Because this version uses a 2-inch outlet, the engineer should check whether a 2-inch rising main provides acceptable water velocity and friction loss for the required operating flow.

Dry-Run Protection

A high-powered borehole pump should never operate without enough water around it.

Dry running can cause:

• Motor overheating
• Seal failure
• Pump damage
• Reduced service life

Use the controller’s dry-run protection or suitable water-level sensors where provided.

Recommended System Components

A complete installation may include:

• 10HP hybrid submersible pump
• Controller box
• Solar panels
• Solar mounting structure
• DC isolator
• Surge protection
• Correctly sized PV cable
• Borehole submersible cable
• 2-inch rising main
• Non-return valve
• Borehole headworks
• Water-level sensors
• Storage tank
• Float switch
• Electrical protection equipment

A properly sized system is more important than simply purchasing the pump.

Installation Tips

For reliable operation:

• Use a qualified borehole installer.
• Confirm borehole yield first.
• Install above the borehole bottom.
• Keep the pump sufficiently submerged.
• Use the correct submersible cable.
• Protect electrical cable joints.
• Install a suitable non-return valve.
• Use pressure-rated pipe.
• Secure the pump correctly.
• Program the controller properly.

Maintenance

A submersible borehole pump requires relatively little daily maintenance because it operates underwater.

However, regularly check:

• Water flow
• System pressure
• Controller readings
• Electrical current
• Solar panel cleanliness
• Pipe leakage
• Tank controls
• Borehole water level

A sudden drop in output should be investigated.

Possible causes include:

• Falling water level
• Low solar input
• Blocked piping
• Worn pump stages
• Voltage problems
• Pipe leaks
• Controller faults

Advantages of the 10HP Hybrid Pump

• Powerful 10HP motor
• 7.5kW high-speed performance
• Maximum head of 336m
• Maximum flow of 14.4m³/h
• Delivers up to 14,400L/h
• 2-inch outlet
• Controller box included
• Solar and AC operation
• Suitable for very deep boreholes
• Excellent for commercial irrigation
• High-volume tank filling
• Multistage design
• Lower grid electricity use when running on solar

How to Choose the Right 10HP Hybrid Pump

Before buying, check:

• Total Dynamic Head
• Borehole yield
• Required flow
• Dynamic water level
• Outlet size
• Pump diameter
• Motor power
• Controller specification
• Solar voltage range
• Panel requirements
• Cable size
• Warranty
• Spare parts availability

Avoid choosing solely by horsepower.

10HP Hybrid Pump Price in Kenya

Current comparable 7.5kW/10HP, 336m-head, 14.4m³/h AC/DC hybrid pumps are listed in Kenya at around KSh 122,800 to KSh 126,500, depending on the supplier and package.

Product	Current/Typical Kenya Price
10HP Hybrid Pump, Pump Only/Basic Package	Around KSh 122,800–126,500
Pump + Controller Box	Depends on Package
Complete Solar Pumping System	Higher, depending on panels and installation

The final system cost depends on:

• Controller
• Solar panels
• Mounting structure
• Solar cable
• Borehole cable
• 2-inch pipe
• Protection equipment
• Installation labour

Why Buy a 10HP Hybrid Submersible Pump?

A 10HP Hybrid Submersible Pump in Kenya is an excellent solution for water projects that require both high pressure and high water volume.

Its combination of a 336m maximum head, 14.4m³/h maximum flow, 2-inch outlet and included controller box makes it suitable for deep boreholes, commercial irrigation, large storage tanks and institutional water systems.

The hybrid design is another major advantage. Solar power can reduce daily electricity costs, while compatible AC power provides an alternative when solar energy is insufficient.

For large farms and commercial water projects, this provides a practical balance between pumping performance, reliability and operating cost.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the power of this hybrid pump?

The pump is rated at 10HP, approximately 7.5kW or 7,500W. Comparable 10HP hybrid models use the same motor rating.

What is the maximum head?

The pump has a maximum head of 336 metres.

What is the maximum flow rat

Maximum flow is 14.4m³/h, equal to 14,400 litres per hour or approximately 240L/min.

What size is the outlet?

This model has a 2-inch outlet. Confirm the physical pump before selecting the rising main because outlet sizes can differ between otherwise similar 10HP models.

Does it come with a controller?

Yes. This model includes a controller box for managing pump operation and compatible AC/DC power sources.

Can it work with solar panels?

Yes. It is a hybrid pump designed for a properly engineered solar DC supply as well as compatible AC power.

How many 550W panels can be used?

A comparable 10HP system recommends 18 × 550W panels, arranged as two strings of nine, for approximately 9.9kWp. The final design must match the controller’s voltage and current limits.

Can it use grid electricity?

Yes. Hybrid AC/DC pumps are designed to work with compatible AC power as well as solar DC.

Can I use a generator?

A properly sized generator may be used if its voltage, frequency, phase and power quality meet the controller manufacturer’s requirements.

Can it pump from a 336m-deep borehole?

Not automatically. The 336m figure is maximum head, not recommended installation depth. A comparable model is listed for boreholes up to approximately 328m, but the actual installation must be sized from the dynamic water level and Total Dynamic Head

Is it suitable for irrigation?

Yes. Its high maximum flow of 14,400L/h makes it suitable for commercial irrigation where the borehole yield and irrigation design support the required flow.

Is the pump multistage?

Comparable 10HP models with the same 336m/14.4m³/h performance use a multistage pump design to generate high pressure.

What type of water can it pump?

It is intended for clean or fresh borehole water. Comparable models specify clean/fresh water operation.

What is the price of a 10HP Hybrid Pump in Kenya?

Comparable 7.5kW/10HP hybrid borehole pumps with 336m maximum head and 14.4m³/h maximum flow currently sell for approximately KSh 122,800 to KSh 126,500 before the cost of the complete solar array, piping and installation.