IntelliSolar

How is IntelliSolar different than traditional solar technology? We've listened to your feedback and taken the time to make improvements to every component. We're excited to announce that the result is our new patent pending IntelliSolar.

  • BATTERY: Our patented Solar-on-Demand technology ran from a Ni-MH battery. Our new IntelliSolar utilizes a Lithium-Ion battery with higher capacity.
    1. Li-Ion is a higher density composition meaning you can fit more energy into smaller footprint.  In our case, rather than making the battery smaller, we’ve opted to keep it the same size but have been able to double the capacity from 1,000 to 2,000 mAh.
    2. Li-Ion has faster charge times than Ni-MH.  Perfect given there is a limited amount of sun each day!
    3. Li-Ion has lower discharge rates meaning they retain their charge longer when not in use, by comparison, Ni-MH drain much faster.
    4. Li-Ion do not suffer from “memory effect” so if they are charged repeatedly while the battery still is not empty, there is no lasting negative impact.
  • PUMP: Our previous solar powered pump used in all our applications was an internally brushless pump meaning that it would not burn out if left running dry.  That said, a pump running without water can make a high pitched squeal when running dry which is definitely annoying to your neighbors if they hear it while you’re away from home for an extended period.
    1. We redesigned our brushless pump so it has less parts making it easier to take apart when cleaning, and also added a water sensor.
    2. When the water level gets too low, and the sensor gets dry the pump will automatically shut off. When water is added, it will start running again. This new pump protection will eliminate any annoying sounds as well as prolong the overall life of the pump.
  • SOLAR PANEL: We continue to use the best quality Crystalline Solar Panels available to ensure performance.  Despite this, early in the morning and late in the afternoon, when the sun is low in the sky, our current solar birdbaths and fountains don’t receive enough voltage to start running. During cloudy weather when, again, the sun’s rays were obscured, Solar-on-Demand would run if the battery was charged but if the battery was empty, the pump would be unable to start up. Switching to a Lithium-Ion battery, which offers greater range in voltage, has also allowed us to update our panel circuitry so IntelliSolar has improved performance. We have also removed the rotating on/off switch and replaced it with a remote control.
    1. By reducing the starting current required for the pump to run, our new IntelliSolar birdbaths and fountains will now start earlier in the day, run later at the end of the day and more consistently during cloudy weather.
    2. The overall result is that your fountain runs more often, for longer, more consistently and with fewer interruptions.
  • REMOTE CONTROL: By removing the manual rotating on/off switch that was on Solar-on-Demand panels which allowed you to flip between only two modes, we’ve eliminated a moving part that could potentially wear out over time while simplifying the way you switch modes using a remote and added more control over run times. When utilizing the battery back-up only, Solar-on-Demand could run for up to six hours. Once turned on, it continued until the battery was empty. With IntelliSolar you have more options.
    1. IntelliSolar’s remote control allows you to easily switch between five different modes: ON (runs continuously using sun or backup battery), OFF (does not run, charges battery only), or choose one of three timed run modes (1 hour, 2 hours, or 4 hours) so you can enjoy your fountain without completely draining the battery. 
    2. Best yet, the remote works up to 25 feet away eliminating the need for you to get your hands wet/dirty while changing modes.
    3. If you own multiple IntelliSolar birdbaths/fountains, you can also pair one remote to multiple fountains so you can turn on/off more than one fountain simultaneously with the push of a button on one remote.

What IntelliSolar SKUs are coming in fall 2024?

    • 21310024 AquaNura IntelliSolar Fountain
    • 34208024 Riverstone 2-Tier IntelliSolar Fountain with Remote – Forest Brown
    • 42601024 Gingko IntelliSolar Birdbath with Remote – Weathered Stone
    • 34222024 Country Gardens 2-Tier IntelliSolar Fountain with Remote – Weathered Stone
    • 34252024 Mahayana 2-Tier IntelliSolar Fountain with Remote - Dark Iron
    • 24260024 Chatsworth 2-Tier IntelliSolar Fountain with Remote - Oiled Bronze
    • 2060PKMR IntelliSolar Kit with Remote for Round Birdbath Reservoir (in our Parts Dept)
    • 2060PKR IntelliSolar Kit with Remote for Square Birdbath Reservoir (in our Parts Dept)
    • 2090PKR IntelliSolar Kit with Remote for 2-Tier Fountain (in our Parts Dept)

    What IntelliSolar SKUs are coming later?

      • 25373024 Louisa IntelliSolar Ceramic Birdbath with Remote – Blue
      • 20747024 Ravenna IntelliSolar Ceramic with Remote – Blue/Mosaic
      • 25401024 Perello IntelliSolar Birdbath with Remote - Distressed Gray