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Best for
  • 🌾 Farm irrigation
  • 🚰 Filling storage tanks
  • 💦 Emptying tanks and sumps
  • 🏗️ Construction-site drainage
  • 🌱 Garden irrigation
  • 🐄 Livestock water systems
  • 🏠 Flood-water removal
  • 💧 General water transfer

The Aico Japan AC-QDX8.0-18-1.1 Solar Shallow Submersible Pump is a heavy-duty 1100W submersible water pump designed for shallow wells, tanks, sumps, drainage, irrigation and general water transfer.

With a maximum head of 32 metres and a large 2-inch outlet, it is well suited for applications where a higher water volume is required rather than extreme pumping depth.

💧 Key Features

  • ☀️ Suitable for solar-powered water systems
  • ⚡ 1100W motor
  • 📏 Maximum head: 32 metres
  • 🔩 2-inch / 50mm outlet
  • 💧 High-flow shallow submersible design
  • 🚰 Suitable for tank and sump pumping
  • 🌾 Ideal for irrigation and farm use
  • 🏗️ Suitable for drainage and dewatering
  • 🧱 Heavy-duty metal construction
  • 🖐️ Integrated carrying handle
  • 🌍 Suitable for off-grid water pumping
  • ⚠️ Must remain submerged during operation

💦 High-Volume Water Transfer

The large 2-inch outlet makes this pump a strong option for jobs where large quantities of water need to be moved quickly.

Typical applications include:

  • 🌾 Farm irrigation
  • 🚰 Filling storage tanks
  • 💦 Emptying tanks and sumps
  • 🏗️ Construction-site drainage
  • 🌱 Garden irrigation
  • 🐄 Livestock water systems
  • 🏠 Flood-water removal
  • 💧 General water transfer

📏 32-Metre Maximum Head

With a maximum head of 32 metres, the AC-QDX8.0-18-1.1 is best suited to shallow-to-medium lift applications.

Actual flow will reduce as:

  • Vertical lift increases
  • Pipe runs become longer
  • Pipe diameter becomes smaller
  • More bends and fittings are added

✅ Benefits

  • Strong 1100W motor
  • Large 2-inch outlet
  • Suitable for high-flow applications
  • Can be used in solar-powered systems
  • Ideal for shallow wells and tanks
  • Good for irrigation and drainage
  • Compact submersible design
  • Easy to move using the carrying handle

⚠️ Important Operating Notes

  • 💧 Do not run the pump dry
  • ⬇️ Keep the pump submerged while operating
  • 🔌 Use a properly sized power supply/controller
  • 🌍 Ensure proper electrical protection and earthing
  • 📏 Use correctly sized 2-inch pipe or hose where possible
  • 🧹 Avoid pumping heavy debris unless the exact pump version is rated for it
  • 🔧 Professional installation is recommended for permanent setups

Technical details

Specifications

  • 🏷️ Brand: Aico
  • 🔢 Model: AC-QDX8.0-18-1.1
  • ⚡ Rated Power: 1100W / 1.1kW
  • 📏 Maximum Head: 32m
  • 🔩 Outlet Size: 50mm / 2 inch
  • ⚙️ Pump Type: Shallow Submersible Water Pump
  • ☀️ Application: Solar / off-grid water pumping
  • 🚰 Recommended Uses: Tanks, shallow wells, sumps, irrigation and drainage
  • 🧱 Construction: Heavy-duty pump body
  • ⬇️ Installation: Submerged operation

Questions and answers

Before you order

What is the pump power?
It is rated at 1100W / 1.1kW.

What is the maximum head?
Up to 32 metres.

What is the outlet size?
It uses a 50mm / 2-inch outlet.

Can it be used with solar power?
Yes, it is suitable for solar/off-grid pumping when paired with a compatible power source and controller.

Can it be used in a shallow well?
Yes. It is designed for shallow submersible applications.

Can it be used for irrigation?
Yes. Its 2-inch outlet makes it well suited for irrigation and general farm water transfer.

Can it pump from a water tank or sump?
Yes. It is suitable for tanks, sumps and drainage applications.

Can it run dry?
No. The pump should remain submerged during operation to avoid damage.

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