Franklin electric pumps
Franklin Electric Australia was established in 1962 to support the Australian water industry. Franklin Electric was founded in 1944 in Bluffton, Indiana, USA and has expanded from a small motor manufacturing company into a leading global provider of complete water and fueling systems. Franklin has earned the reputation as a technical leader in all of its specialties, with products being used in residential, industrial, agricultural, mining, municipal, commercial, and fueling applications throughout the world.
Franklin Electric Australia offers a wide variety of water Pumps, submersible Motors, Drives, Controls and protective devices. Whether you need a submersible pump for a clean well water system or an industrial water pump for a larger job, Franklin has a solution to fit your needs.
We are proud to be appointed as a Dealer for these high quality products with local support, training and backup.
Franklin Electric Australia offers a wide variety of water Pumps, submersible Motors, Drives, Controls and protective devices. Whether you need a submersible pump for a clean well water system or an industrial water pump for a larger job, Franklin has a solution to fit your needs.
We are proud to be appointed as a Dealer for these high quality products with local support, training and backup.
Electric submersible pumps specialists
Franklin Electric warehouse Melbourne, Australia.
Packaged SubDRIVE Solar complete kit ready for dispatch to a Waterborepump Warehouse customer.
4" Franklin Electric Submersible Pumps.
4400 Tri-Seal 4-InchThe standard FPS 4400 4" electrical submersible pumps feature the new TRI-SEAL floating stage system. This new stage system further improves efficiency and protects against wear when pumping abrasives like sand. All FPS 4400 pumps are unconditionally guaranteed against sand locking for one full year.
** Noryl® is a Registered Trademark of G.E.
- 300 series stainless steel hub floats with the impeller maintaining a positive seal
- Phenolic washer provides high efficiency performance and abrasion resistance
- Celcon®* impeller provides high efficiency performance and abrasion resistance
- Noryl®** diffuser and disc - proven abrasion resistant material
- Floating stage design allows impeller to float independently
- Removable, spring-loaded check valve
- Maximum water temperature: 120 °F/49 °C
- Ceramic shaft sleeve and rubber discharge bearing protect shaft and eliminate sand wear
- Powered by Franklin Electric corrosion-resistant 4" submersible motor
** Noryl® is a Registered Trademark of G.E.
FREE ADVICE CALL: 1300 727 042
Email: info@waterborepump.com.au
Email: info@waterborepump.com.au
Franklin Electric SubDrive SolarPAK
SubDrive SolarPAK
The SubDrive SolarPAK is the System Solution to your solar pumping requirements. No other system delivers the features, benefits, and reliability of SubDrive SolarPAK in just one package.
The SubDrive Solar pumping system is fully compatible with the remote monitoring and access parameters of the Observant system to allow the site owners/operators full access to their Franklin Electric solar water pumping system.
The SubDrive SolarPAK is the System Solution to your solar pumping requirements. No other system delivers the features, benefits, and reliability of SubDrive SolarPAK in just one package.
The SubDrive Solar pumping system is fully compatible with the remote monitoring and access parameters of the Observant system to allow the site owners/operators full access to their Franklin Electric solar water pumping system.
Features
- High flow system for faster tank fill and significant water output
- Proven motor and pump technology and reliability
- Robust IP55, NEMA 3 drive enclosure minimizes impact of wildlife, insects, dust, and weather
- DC and AC power inputs with auto-switching to generator back-up
- Seven segment controller display shows real-time input watts and system status
- Remote telemetry capability through a RS-485 continuous data port
- MPPT – Max Power Point Tracking for maximizing efficiency of input power
- Soft start feature prevents water hammer and increases system life
- Allows use of new solar array or retrofit to existing array (subject to size and performance check).
- Simple installation and no required maintenance
- Built-in diagnostics and protection
- C-tick and UL approved
Overview
The SubDrive Solar controller is a variable speed motor drive designed to run a Franklin Electric
three-phase submersible induction motor. The SubDrive Solar provides water to remote locations by converting high voltage, direct current from a solar array into alternating current to run a standard AC submersible motor. When solar power is not available, the controller can automatically switch to an alternate single-phase AC input such as a generator or inverter from battery, if available. The controller provides fault detection, motor soft start, and speed control. The SubDrive Solar is designed to provide these features with the plug and play ease of installation similar to a single-phase control box.
The SubDrive Solar is designed with the high standard of reliability expected of Franklin Electric
products. The controller attempts to drive the pump and motor to deliver water even under adverse
conditions, reducing output as necessary to protect the system components from damage, and only
shutting down in extreme cases. Full operation is restored automatically whenever abnormal conditions subside.
Descriptions and features
The SubDrive Solar system controller is based on a standard SubDrive platform controlling a Franklin Electric 4-inch three-phase 230 volt motor driving a 4-inch submersible centrifugal pump powered by a DC solar array or an optional AC generator backup.
The SubDrive Solar controller continuously monitors system performance and incorporates a number of features for pump system protection. In the event of a fault, the SubDrive Solar will indicate the type of fault through the three seven segment displays.
The SubDrive Solar system is optimized for pumping under adverse input power conditions
unique to solar arrays.
• Internal diagnostics will tolerate a lower input voltage.
• Whenever possible, the controller attempts to regulate the pump load in a manner that optimizes
for maximum power transfer from the solar array.
• The drive automatically switches to AC backup power (when available) if the DC primary source is
unable to support pump operation.
The controller construction is ruggedized for hostile environmental conditions.
• The case is constructed of heavy-gauge zinc plated steel to resist rain, animal intrusion and
prolonged direct exposure to sunlight.
• The seals are designed for NEMA 3 (IEC rating IP55), (dust tight, withstands directed jets of water).
• For maximum protection against dust, there is no external cooling fan or other external
moving parts.
An easy to use interface is provided to enhance configurability and enable remote
system monitoring.
• A three-digit seven-segment display provides a detailed indication of system status.
• A small keypad offers flexibility for selection of user options.
• A continuous data connection for remote telemetry is made available via an RS-485 port.
• If using remote telemetry, follow the register information found in the RS-485 addendum.6
Protection features
Electronic monitoring gives the controller the capability to monitor the system and automatically shut down in the event of:
• Dry well conditions – with smart pump monitoring
• Bound pump – with auto-reversing torque
• High Voltage Surge
• Low Input Voltage
• Open motor circuit
• Short circuit
• Over heat
• Dead-head/no flow conditions
How it Works
The SubDrive Solar system serves to provide water in remote applications where electrical grid power is either unreliable or unavailable. The system pumps water using a high-voltage DC power source such as an array of solar panels. Since the sun is only available during certain hours of the day and only in good weather conditions, the water is generally pumped into a storage tank. Two level
switches can be installed inside the tank to regulate the water level. A flow switch detects if flow is
below critical levels while the pump is still running. This serves as an indication that the well has run
dry, or that insufficient power is available to continue pumping. The system will shut down to protect the pump and motor until the well, or adequate electric power, has recovered.
The SubDrive Solar controller runs at variable speed to match the changing power available from
the PV solar array. Variable speed operation means there is no in-rush or surge of energy during the
pump/motor start-up, helping to eliminate wear on the motor and pumping system. A leading cause
of pump motor failure is the stress applied to the motor during a full voltage start-up. The SubDrive
Solar variable speed operation ramps up the speed smoothly, which eliminates starting stress. This
feature enhances long-term motor reliability.
The SubDrive Solar controller is a variable speed motor drive designed to run a Franklin Electric
three-phase submersible induction motor. The SubDrive Solar provides water to remote locations by converting high voltage, direct current from a solar array into alternating current to run a standard AC submersible motor. When solar power is not available, the controller can automatically switch to an alternate single-phase AC input such as a generator or inverter from battery, if available. The controller provides fault detection, motor soft start, and speed control. The SubDrive Solar is designed to provide these features with the plug and play ease of installation similar to a single-phase control box.
The SubDrive Solar is designed with the high standard of reliability expected of Franklin Electric
products. The controller attempts to drive the pump and motor to deliver water even under adverse
conditions, reducing output as necessary to protect the system components from damage, and only
shutting down in extreme cases. Full operation is restored automatically whenever abnormal conditions subside.
Descriptions and features
The SubDrive Solar system controller is based on a standard SubDrive platform controlling a Franklin Electric 4-inch three-phase 230 volt motor driving a 4-inch submersible centrifugal pump powered by a DC solar array or an optional AC generator backup.
The SubDrive Solar controller continuously monitors system performance and incorporates a number of features for pump system protection. In the event of a fault, the SubDrive Solar will indicate the type of fault through the three seven segment displays.
The SubDrive Solar system is optimized for pumping under adverse input power conditions
unique to solar arrays.
• Internal diagnostics will tolerate a lower input voltage.
• Whenever possible, the controller attempts to regulate the pump load in a manner that optimizes
for maximum power transfer from the solar array.
• The drive automatically switches to AC backup power (when available) if the DC primary source is
unable to support pump operation.
The controller construction is ruggedized for hostile environmental conditions.
• The case is constructed of heavy-gauge zinc plated steel to resist rain, animal intrusion and
prolonged direct exposure to sunlight.
• The seals are designed for NEMA 3 (IEC rating IP55), (dust tight, withstands directed jets of water).
• For maximum protection against dust, there is no external cooling fan or other external
moving parts.
An easy to use interface is provided to enhance configurability and enable remote
system monitoring.
• A three-digit seven-segment display provides a detailed indication of system status.
• A small keypad offers flexibility for selection of user options.
• A continuous data connection for remote telemetry is made available via an RS-485 port.
• If using remote telemetry, follow the register information found in the RS-485 addendum.6
Protection features
Electronic monitoring gives the controller the capability to monitor the system and automatically shut down in the event of:
• Dry well conditions – with smart pump monitoring
• Bound pump – with auto-reversing torque
• High Voltage Surge
• Low Input Voltage
• Open motor circuit
• Short circuit
• Over heat
• Dead-head/no flow conditions
How it Works
The SubDrive Solar system serves to provide water in remote applications where electrical grid power is either unreliable or unavailable. The system pumps water using a high-voltage DC power source such as an array of solar panels. Since the sun is only available during certain hours of the day and only in good weather conditions, the water is generally pumped into a storage tank. Two level
switches can be installed inside the tank to regulate the water level. A flow switch detects if flow is
below critical levels while the pump is still running. This serves as an indication that the well has run
dry, or that insufficient power is available to continue pumping. The system will shut down to protect the pump and motor until the well, or adequate electric power, has recovered.
The SubDrive Solar controller runs at variable speed to match the changing power available from
the PV solar array. Variable speed operation means there is no in-rush or surge of energy during the
pump/motor start-up, helping to eliminate wear on the motor and pumping system. A leading cause
of pump motor failure is the stress applied to the motor during a full voltage start-up. The SubDrive
Solar variable speed operation ramps up the speed smoothly, which eliminates starting stress. This
feature enhances long-term motor reliability.
contact us for all your electric submersible pumps information
FREE ADVICE CALL: 1300 727 042
Email: info@waterborepump.com.au
Email: info@waterborepump.com.au
