FWIW IMO A DC motor can run variable speed no problem. All that will happen is it runs slower when you have less sunlight and faster when you have more. An AC motor is more efficient but a DC motor can do what you want.

Last edited by Bill D.; 03/22/15 09:22 PM. Reason: Clarification

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