{"product_id":"aquascape-asa-solar-dam-aerator-1-2-hp","title":"Aquascape ASA Solar Dam Aerator, 1\/2 hp","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"myacre-pdp\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ma-eyebrow\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/water-features\"\u003eAquascape\u003c\/a\u003e · Dam and Lake Aeration\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eThe owner's insights on the ASA Solar Dam Aerator\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost dams worth aerating are nowhere near a power point, which is exactly the problem this solves. A 24V system running off panels and batteries removes the trenching and the electrician that would otherwise cost more than the aerator.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRead the inclusions carefully before you budget. Solar panels, mounting brackets and batteries are not included. ASA recommend a minimum of 600W of panels and two 12V 100Ah batteries, which is a meaningful additional cost on top of the kit price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe compressor, the two-way manifold, the controller and the cables all arrive in a lockable cabinet measuring 48cm wide by 30cm deep, 62cm at the back and 50cm at the front. It is designed to sit exposed on a bank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBattery capacity is what determines whether it runs overnight. Panels alone give you daytime aeration only, which is better than nothing, though the biological benefit is greatest when it runs continuously through a warm night.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy bottom aeration, not a surface fountain\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStill water separates into layers. Only a diffuser sitting on the floor can turn the whole column over, which is what actually fixes a dam.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col style=\"list-style:none;margin:16px 0 0;padding:0;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"position:relative;border:1px solid #E6E6E6;border-radius:10px;padding:14px 18px 14px 62px;margin:0 0 10px;background:#FFFFFF;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"position:absolute;left:18px;top:14px;width:30px;height:30px;border-radius:50%;background:#8A5A34;color:#FFFFFF;font-family:Inter,sans-serif;font-size:14px;font-weight:600;line-height:30px;text-align:center;\"\u003e1\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"display:block;font-size:15.5px;color:#121417;margin:0 0 3px;\"\u003eStill water separates into layers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"display:block;font-size:14.5px;color:#4F525A;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWarm oxygenated water sits on top. Cold, oxygen-starved water sits below it. Nothing mixes, so the bottom goes anaerobic.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"position:relative;border:1px solid #E6E6E6;border-radius:10px;padding:14px 18px 14px 62px;margin:0 0 10px;background:#FFFFFF;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"position:absolute;left:18px;top:14px;width:30px;height:30px;border-radius:50%;background:#8A5A34;color:#FFFFFF;font-family:Inter,sans-serif;font-size:14px;font-weight:600;line-height:30px;text-align:center;\"\u003e2\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"display:block;font-size:15.5px;color:#121417;margin:0 0 3px;\"\u003eThat bottom layer is the problem\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"display:block;font-size:14.5px;color:#4F525A;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eIt is where the smell comes from, where nutrients build up, and why the whole dam blooms green when the weather turns.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"position:relative;border:1px solid #E6E6E6;border-radius:10px;padding:14px 18px 14px 62px;margin:0 0 10px;background:#FFFFFF;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"position:absolute;left:18px;top:14px;width:30px;height:30px;border-radius:50%;background:#8A5A34;color:#FFFFFF;font-family:Inter,sans-serif;font-size:14px;font-weight:600;line-height:30px;text-align:center;\"\u003e3\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"display:block;font-size:15.5px;color:#121417;margin:0 0 3px;\"\u003eDiffusers sit on the floor\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"display:block;font-size:14.5px;color:#4F525A;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA compressor on the bank pushes air down a weighted hose to diffusers resting on the bottom.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"position:relative;border:1px solid #E6E6E6;border-radius:10px;padding:14px 18px 14px 62px;margin:0 0 10px;background:#FFFFFF;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"position:absolute;left:18px;top:14px;width:30px;height:30px;border-radius:50%;background:#8A5A34;color:#FFFFFF;font-family:Inter,sans-serif;font-size:14px;font-weight:600;line-height:30px;text-align:center;\"\u003e4\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"display:block;font-size:15.5px;color:#121417;margin:0 0 3px;\"\u003eRising bubbles turn the column over\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"display:block;font-size:14.5px;color:#4F525A;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe bubbles drag cold bottom water up to the surface where it picks up oxygen. A surface fountain cannot do this, because it only ever touches the top.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love the ASA Solar Dam Aerator\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ma-grid\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ma-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eNo mains power needed\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe reason most dams never get aerated. This removes the trenching and the electrician.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ma-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eArrives in a lockable cabinet\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompressor, manifold, controller and cables, ready to sit exposed on a bank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ma-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRuns overnight with batteries\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnough storage and it keeps working through the warm nights when it matters most.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ma-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSame bottom-up principle\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiffusers on the floor turning the whole column over, not a decorative surface spray.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ma-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eBetter for stock and fish\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDissolved oxygen up, anaerobic smell gone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ma-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eServiceable\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRebuild kits every 18 to 24 months, same as the mains units.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy you should consider an Aquascape water feature\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAquascape originated the pondless format and holds the Pondless® trademark. The Australian arm operates from Queensland with a certified installer network behind it. Order through My Acre and we will beat any genuine like-for-like price you find elsewhere. If a warranty question ever comes up, you are calling us directly, not an overseas call centre.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"ma-cta-panel\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTell us the space before you order\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSend us the dimensions and a photo. We will size it properly, tell you what the rock and excavation will really cost, and say so if a different kit suits you better.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"tel:1300515620\" class=\"ma-cta-btn\"\u003eCall today\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eASA Solar Dam Aerator specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"ma-spec\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eType\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBottom-diffused dam aeration, 24V solar\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCompressor\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\/2 hp, 24V DC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eManifold\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTwo-way with individual flow control\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDiffusers\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNone, one or two single diffusers by configuration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHose\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30m weighted hose per diffuser\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCabinet\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLockable, 48cm W x 30cm D x 62cm H rear, 50cm H front\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eController\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIncluded, with cables\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNOT included\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSolar panels, mounting brackets and batteries\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRecommended solar\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMinimum 600W of panels\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRecommended batteries\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTwo 12V 100Ah\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSKU\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHC280D-CAB, HC280D-CAB-1Set, HC280D-CAB-2Set\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is included and what you supply\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe compressor, cabinet, manifold and controller. Panels, brackets and batteries are NOT included and are a substantial additional cost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn the box:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1\/2 hp 24V DC compressor in a lockable cabinet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo-way manifold with individual flow control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eController and cables\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiffusers on stainless steel bases, to the configuration selected\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e30m weighted hose per diffuser\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstallation documentation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYou supply:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSolar panels, minimum 600W recommended\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounting brackets for the panels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo 12V 100Ah batteries recommended\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA level pad for the cabinet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA way to place the diffusers on the floor, usually a small boat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ma-faq\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"ma-q\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003eAre the solar panels included?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"ma-a\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. Panels, mounting brackets and batteries are all separate. They are a substantial additional cost. ASA recommend a minimum of 600W of panels and two 12V 100Ah batteries. Budget for those before you order.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"ma-q\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWill it run overnight?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"ma-a\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eOnly with enough battery capacity. Panels alone give you daytime aeration, which still helps. The biological benefit is greatest when it runs through a warm night, so batteries are worth the money.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"ma-q\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003eHow do I size it?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"ma-a\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eBy surface area and depth together, not area alone. A deep dam stratifies harder than a shallow one of the same size. Call us with both numbers before you order, because getting this wrong is expensive.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"ma-q\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003eHow big is the cabinet?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"ma-a\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e48cm wide, 30cm deep, 62cm high at the back and 50cm high at the front. It is built to sit exposed, so it needs a level, compacted pad rather than a shed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"ma-q\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003eIs it safe for stock and fish?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"ma-a\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, and it usually improves both conditions. Aerated water holds more dissolved oxygen, which fish need. Stock water that is turning over does not develop the anaerobic smell that puts animals off drinking.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"ma-q\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003eHow loud is the compressor?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"ma-a\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eA rocking piston compressor makes a steady mechanical hum. The cabinet versions damp it considerably. Site it away from the house if you have the choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"ma-q\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhat servicing does it need?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"ma-a\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eA rebuild kit every 18 to 24 months keeps a rocking piston compressor at full output. They are inexpensive and we stock them. Skipping them is how compressors die early.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"ma-q\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003eCan I add panels later?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"ma-a\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. Many people start with a smaller array and expand it. Wire for the final capacity from the start so you are not redoing the run.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n{\"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\", \"@type\": \"FAQPage\", \"mainEntity\": [{\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"Are the solar panels included?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"No. Panels, mounting brackets and batteries are all separate. They are a substantial additional cost. ASA recommend a minimum of 600W of panels and two 12V 100Ah batteries. 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Wire for the final capacity from the start so you are not redoing the run.\"}}]}\n\u003c\/script\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCompare with similar\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ma-compare\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ma-compare-card ma-compare-current\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ma-compare-name\"\u003eAquascape ASA Solar Dam Aerator, 1\/2 hp\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ma-compare-diff\"\u003eA 24V solar system for dams with no mains power anywhere near them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ma-compare-for\"\u003eBest for remote dams, which is most of them\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ma-compare-price\"\u003eFrom $2,799\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ma-compare-card\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ma-compare-name\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/aquascape-asa-dam-aerator-1-4-hp\"\u003eAquascape ASA Dam Aerator, 1\/4 hp\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ma-compare-diff\"\u003eThe smaller mains system, one or two diffusers, with or without a cabinet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ma-compare-for\"\u003eBest for a farm dam or a large ornamental pond that goes green in summer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ma-compare-price\"\u003eFrom $1,199\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ma-compare-card\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ma-compare-name\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/aquascape-asa-dam-lake-aerator-3-4-hp\"\u003eAquascape ASA Dam \u0026amp; Lake Aerator, 3\/4 hp\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ma-compare-diff\"\u003eThe larger mains system, up to four double diffusers on one compressor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ma-compare-for\"\u003eBest for large dams and small lakes where one diffuser will not cover it\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ma-compare-price\"\u003eFrom $1,799\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"ma-cta-panel\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGet the ASA Solar Dam Aerator right first time\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour price is beaten against any genuine like-for-like offer. 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