Silicon Solar

What Silicon Solar does

Silicon Solar, operating as Innovative Solar Solutions LLC, is a family-owned manufacturer and direct-to-consumer retailer of solar-powered products founded in 1999 and headquartered in Bainbridge, New York. The company designs, manufactures, and ships more than 10,000 solar product packages per year from its Upstate New York facility, with a portfolio that spans solar fountain and pump kits (AquaJet series), solar sign and flood lighting (SunPal and GenLight lines), landscape and accent lighting (PatioPal, Solscape), automotive/RV battery maintainers (AutoSol), solar panels and cells, solar hot water thermal systems, and complete off-grid and grid-tie solar kits. Underlying technology centers on photovoltaic modules paired with proprietary brushless pump engineering and dry-run protection in its AquaJet line, LED-based sign lighting fixtures, and thin-film battery charging circuits, all supported by in-house testing at the New York manufacturing site.

The business model is primarily direct-to-consumer e-commerce through siliconsolar.com, with standardized products priced on a unit basis across entry (under $50), mid ($50-$300), and premium/commercial ($300+) tiers, plus quoted OEM design and manufacturing services for bespoke commercial solar solutions. Customers span residential homeowners seeking solar water features and landscape lighting, SMBs needing off-grid or sign-illumination solutions (including named clients Bucknell Signs and Bobard Electric), RV/automotive buyers, and educational institutions purchasing solar science kits. A small sales team supports custom and freight orders via phone and live chat, while international shipping is available on a quotation basis. Leadership is concentrated under Founder and Chairman Adam Farrell, and the firm operates with 1-10 employees, has received no external investment, and remains a bootstrapped, privately held LLC.

Name

Silicon Solar

Legal name

Innovative Solar Solutions LLC

Website

https://siliconsolar.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1999

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Silicon Solar is a family-owned manufacturer and direct-to-consumer retailer, founded in 1999 and based in Bainbridge, New York, that designs, builds, and ships solar-powered fountains, pumps, sign and landscape lighting, panels, and battery chargers to residential and SMB customers via its own e-commerce storefront.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Solar Energy Products

NAICS

Electric Lighting Equipment Manufacturing (3351), Commercial, Industrial, and Institutional Electric Lighting Fixture Manufacturing (335132)

SIC

Electronic & Other Electrical Equipment (No Computer Equip) (3600), Electric Lighting & Wiring Equipment (3640)

akta.pro primary industry

Solar PV Module Manufacturing (Cells, Modules, Thin-Film) (EUAMABAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Solar PV Module & Cell Manufacturing (Crystalline, Thin-Film) (EUAMAHAA), Solar Balance-of-System Components (Cables, Combiner Boxes, Switchgear, Transformers) (EUAMABAG), Solar Mounting, Racking & Trackers (Fixed-Tilt, Single/Dual-Axis, Rooftop Mounts) (EUAMABAF)

Keywords

• Solar water pumps
• Solar sign lighting
• Solar landscape lighting
• Solar battery chargers
• Custom OEM solar products

Headquarters

HQ city

Bainbridge

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Direct Product Sales (E-commerce): Primary revenue stream through direct-to-consumer online sales of solar products including panels, fountains, lights, and kits. Orders are processed through their website with shipping fulfillment from their New York facility. Standard product pricing with free shipping over $200 and flat rate shipping under $200.
2. Custom OEM Solar Solutions: Design and manufacturing services for custom OEM solar product solutions including solar lights, solar panels, battery chargers, and off-grid solar power systems for commercial customers. Custom sign lighting kits are manufactured in Upstate New York.
3. Replacement Parts & Accessories: Sales of replacement pumps, accessories, tubing, mounting hardware, and component parts for their solar product lines including AquaJet replacement pumps and accessories.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Silicon Solar manufactures, assembles, and directly retails solar-powered physical products including solar fountain pump kits (AquaJet series), solar sign and landscape lighting (SunPal, GenLight, PatioPal), solar battery chargers, solar panels and cells, solar hot water systems, and complete off-grid/grid-tie solar kits. The company also provides custom OEM design and manufacturing services for commercial customers needing tailored solar solutions, shipping over 10,000 solar energy packages per year from its Upstate New York facility.

Product overview

Silicon Solar is a family-owned manufacturer and retailer of solar-powered products founded in 1999, specializing in solar fountains and water pumps, solar lighting solutions, and renewable energy systems. The product portfolio centers on the proprietary AquaJet solar fountain and pump kit series (available in multiple voltages with optional battery backup for 24/7 operation), complemented by commercial solar sign lighting products (SunPal and GenLight lines), solar landscape lighting (PatioPal series), solar battery charging solutions, and solar hot water thermal systems. The company offers complete solar kits including off-grid residential systems, RV solar kits, and grid-tie systems, alongside OEM design and manufacturing services for custom solar product solutions. Supporting products include solar panels and cells (from small OEM modules to consumer panels), flexible solar panels, solar system components (charge controllers, mounting hardware, batteries), and replacement accessories. All products are manufactured and shipped from the company's Upstate New York facility.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• AquaJet: Brand of solar water fountain pumps and accessories including AquaJet Pro, AquaJet MaxFlow, and related submersible pump kits for fountains, ponds, and water features
• SunPal
• GenLight
• PatioPal
• AutoSol
• Solscape

Products and services

• AquaJet Solar Fountain & Pump Kits Solar-powered water pump kits that provide reliable solar water pumping for fountains, ponds, waterfalls, and garden features. Available in multiple voltage configurations with optional battery backup for 24/7 operation. Targeted at residential and commercial users wanting grid-free water features.
• AquaJet MaxFlow Solar Waterfall Pump Kit Largest solar water pump kit in the AquaJet lineup, designed for building solar-powered waterfalls or circulating water in koi/fish farms. Features 1,500 GPH max flow rate, 10 feet pump lift, brushless technology, and dry-run protection.
• SunPal Solar Sign Lights Small solar sign lighting solutions for real estate signs and small commercial signage. Includes SunPal 4X Original and SunPal 2x models with LED technology and weather-resistant construction, targeted at real estate agents and small businesses.
• GenLight Medium Solar Sign Lights Commercial-grade solar sign lighting for medium to large entrance and surface signs. Features the GenLight 108 LED fixture in its third generation, designed to illuminate large outdoor areas with solar power; marketed to commercial facilities and signage companies.
• PatioPal Solar Landscape & Accent Lights Solar-powered landscape lighting combining advanced LED technology with durable construction for step lights, spot lighting, and accent illumination. Includes spot/flood lights, solar flag up-lights, and area lighting targeted at residential and commercial outdoor users.
• Solar Battery Chargers Solar-powered battery charging solutions including RV solar battery chargers, automotive trickle chargers, mobile phone chargers, and standard battery chargers (AAA-D). Features AutoSol Thin Film technology for maintaining 12V batteries in vehicles, ATVs, motorcycles, and boats.
• Solar Educational Kits Solar science kits designed for students and teachers to learn about renewable energy technology. Includes solar cart kits for classroom DIY education, build-your-own solar panel kits, and individual solar cells sold by the watt.
• Solar Hot Water Systems Complete solar thermal water heating solutions including evacuated tube collectors, flat plate collectors, storage tanks, pre-packaged domestic hot water kits, and heat transfer fluids, with kits available for both warm and cold climates.
• Solar Panels & Cells Manufacturer of solar panels ranging from small OEM modules (0-1 Watt, 1-5 Watt, 5-15 Watt) to larger consumer-ready 12V panels and aluminum-framed panels, plus flexible solar panels and photovoltaic solar cells including commercial and broken cell options.
• Off-Grid & Grid-Tie Solar Kits Complete solar power system kits including portable solar power systems, RV solar kits, complete PV systems, off-grid residential systems with battery backup, and grid-tie solar kits for various applications.
• Design & Manufacturing Services (OEM) Full-scale production of custom OEM solar product solutions including solar lights, solar panels, battery chargers, and off-grid solar power systems, performed at the Upstate New York facility with in-house testing. Targeted at commercial customers needing custom solar builds.
• Solar System Components Supporting components for solar installations including solar batteries, charge controllers, mounting hardware (top-of-pole mounts, side-of-pole mounts), wiring, PVC tubing in various sizes, pump filter bags, and replacement parts.
• Solar Powered Aerator and Oxygenation Kit Solar-powered pond aerator that creates oxygen-rich environments for fish and aquatic life. Features 1.5W solar panel with 7.68V nominal voltage, 31.7 GPH air pump, and daytime direct-sunlight operation, targeted at pond owners and koi/fish keepers.
• Tricycle Cascading Solar Fountain 5-tier cascading solar fountain with terracotta and metal frame, durable rustic iron finish, and 3 wheels for uneven terrain. Includes built-in solar panel that can be placed up to 10 feet away for optimal sun exposure. Designed for residential garden and patio display.
• Replacement Solar Pump Accessories Replacement pumps and accessories for AquaJet and HydroJet solar pumps including submersible pumps (6-9V, 12-24V), wire extensions, replacement batteries, LED light ring add-ons, PVC tubing in various diameters, and pump filter bags.

Named customers2 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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API docs

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Market position

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/siliconsolar
• Facebookfacebook.com/SiliconSolar

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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