What if getting started with irrigation didn’t have to be a big investment?
For many smallholder farmers, moving from watering by hand to mechanised irrigation can feel like a leap. The Futurepump SJ4 is designed to make that first step easier.
An entry-level solar pump for farms of around one acre, the SJ4 brings simple, solar-powered irrigation within reach. It’s lightweight, easy to set up and built for shallow water sources. And at a price designed to be accessible, it has the potential to pay for itself in just one harvest.
The SJ4 is more than a pump. It’s a first step towards a different way of farming.
An ultra-portable pump built for everyday farming
At around 3 kg, the SJ4 is lightweight and ultra-portable. Its simple setup takes just eight steps – from unfolding the solar panel to switching on the pump.
It can deliver up to 1,800 litres of water per hour at a 1-metre head, and 1,400 litres per hour at a 10-metre head. Actual flow depends on pumping conditions, including the distance water needs to travel.
The SJ4 works with compatible hosepipes, raised tanks, low-pressure sprinklers and drip irrigation. Its three main components – the solar panel, DC motor and positive-displacement screw pump – are designed to be robust and farmer-fixable.
For smallholder farmers, that means a practical irrigation option without the ongoing cost of fuel or electricity.
The SJ4 at a glance
Actual performance depends on pumping conditions and irrigation setup.
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Designed for | Farms of around one acre |
| Water sources | Shallow ponds, canals and rivers |
| Flow rate | Up to 1,800 L/hr at 1m head |
| Maximum total head | 10m |
| Solar power | Designed for a 160W panel |
| Weight | Approx. 3 kg |
| Warranty | 5 years |
Designed for the realities of the field
The SJ4 is built to be maintained, not simply replaced. Every part can be reached, with no anti-tamper screws or complex electronics. It comes with a toolkit and spare parts, alongside a 5-year manufacturer-backed warranty – we’re with you every step of the way.
Lameck introducing and explaining the pump importance in the FGD
A few essentials help keep it running well: prime the pump with clean water, never run it dry, keep the inlet and filter clear, and use only the supplied solar panel.
If you want to learn more about the SJ4, we have a whole host of videos regarding how to assemble, get started and troubleshoot any issues you might encounter. You can also check out the full product specifications on our page here.
Interested in SJ4?
We are currently on the lookout for agrodealers and distributors looking to expand their product range and make it more accessible to their end users. To understand more about how you can stock this product, the margins you’re working with as well as the warranty and after-sales and marketing support we provide, get in touch with us via this contact form today.