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Jun 15, 2026

The proof is in the paddock: 20 years of Tuhorse

For 20 years, Tuhorse has helped Australian farmers keep water moving.

From remote stations to family farms, cattle properties, mixed operations and rural blocks, our pumps have been put to work in some of the toughest conditions in the country. Quietly, consistently and reliably, they have helped farmers water stock, supply homes, support operations and keep businesses moving through good seasons and hard ones.

Sep 22, 2025

Can I Add Batteries to My Tuhorse Solar Pump?

One of the most common questions we get asked is: “Can I add batteries to my solar pump?”The answer is: yes, you can — but only on certain Tuhorse models. And the bigger question is: do you really need them?...

Aug 05, 2025

Pump Sleeve / Flow Sleeve / Flow Inducer Sleeve / Pump Shroud

Sleeves help direct water flow to properly cool motors. Submersible pump motors require water flow over them to dissipate heat. In open water, such as a lake or water tank, or in large diameter wells, heat dissipation becomes a problem...

Jun 11, 2021

How to read the Tuhorse 36V/48V and 96V/110V Solar pump Control Boxes

The Tuhorse control box has some great, advanced, user friendly features. The controller is contained in a water resistant case and is suitable for outdoor use. Make sure the control box case is closed at all times. Warranty is void...

Oct 20, 2020

What is Total Dynamic Head (TDH)?

The Total Dynamic Head (TDH) is the total equivalent height that water need to lift vertically while also taking into account the friction losses in the pipe. You can use our TDH calculator to precisely estimate the Total Head for...

Sep 24, 2020

What is the difference in Screw Solar pumps and centrifugal solar pumps?

The short answer is: Centrifugal solar pump would pump out larger volume of water but at lower pressure. Whereas screw solar pump would pump at higher pressure but less water flow. The main difference is in fluid transfer method: the...

Aug 24, 2020

Can you run Solar Pumps on 240V AC power?

The short answer is YES, most solar pumps can be reconfigured to run with 240V/AC power source such as generators. Some of the solar pumps have integrated controller that can be powered by both DC( solar array) and 240V AC...

Aug 20, 2020

Why choose Solar Pump over Windmill?

For a long time, the windmill has been an iconic symbol in the outback. Windmills have had a crucial role in enabling the development in rural Australia. As new technologies emerge, solar pumps are slowly and steadily taking over the...

Aug 19, 2020

Choosing the right solar pump package for your cattle station.

Despite the lower flow rate compared to AC pump and diesel pump, solar pump can operate every day for an average of 8 hours without the need of electricity power supply or diesel. The three factors to consider when choosing...

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