The LBLD motor and Simple Pump Solar Kit are discontinued for new orders. Simple Pump stopped selling them on March 31, 2026. If you already own one, nothing changes: parts, service, and warranty continue through the end of 2036. See LBLD owner support.
Setting up automated or solar pumping now? The current path is the Inline Manual-Solar Well Pump System. It pairs a WORKHORSE Narrow Series solar submersible with your Simple Pump using the Inline Dual-Pump Valve Assembly.
Already own an LBLD motor? You can mount it on your Simple Pump hand pump system. The LBLD motor is no longer sold for new orders, but the design still supports motor mounting for existing owners.
How Motor Conversion Works
The Simple Pump is designed with future motor capability in mind. Adding a motor does not require changing your pump head - instead, you replace the hand lever arm with the motor-driven pumping mechanism.
What Changes
- Removed: The manual lever arm (handle) is removed from the pump head
- Added: The Linear Bearing Link Drive (LBLD) motor assembly attaches to the same pump head
What Stays the Same
- Your existing pump head remains in place
- All downhole components (cylinder, drop pipe, rods) stay installed
- The well cap and mounting remain unchanged
Conversion Process
- Remove the lever arm from your pump head
- Attach the LBLD motor assembly to the pump head
- Connect power (12V or 24V DC)
- Your pump is now motorized
The conversion typically takes 30-45 minutes.
Maintaining Manual Backup
One of the key benefits: you can convert back to manual operation at any time by removing the motor and reinstalling the lever arm. This provides true redundancy for emergency situations.
Motor Options
- 12V DC Motor: Works with single battery systems
- 24V DC Motor: Higher lift capacity, works with two batteries in series
Important Considerations
Motor-driven systems have lower maximum lift capacity than manual operation:
- Manual: Up to 325 feet static water level
- 24V Motor: Up to 225 feet static water level
- 12V Motor: Up to 200 feet static water level
If your well depth is near these limits, contact us to discuss your specific situation.
Want Automated Pumping?
The LBLD motor is no longer sold for new orders. If you already own one, we can still help you mount and maintain it. For a new automated or solar setup, ask us about the Inline Manual-Solar Well Pump System.
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