How high can a bilge pump lift water?

According to Rule’s technical documents, the pump will put out 1,620gph against a 1m (3ft 4in) head or 1,300gph against 2m (6ft 8in). In other words, you lose around 20 percent of your pump’s output when it has to lift the bilge water more than 3ft and 30 percent at 6ft 8in.

What is Rule bilge?

Rule automatic bilge pumps have an internal computer chip to cycle pumps every 2-1/2 minutes. The pump runs for one second and shuts down if no water is detected. If water is detected, automatic pumps sense resistance at the impeller and run until water is removed. No float switches required.

How is bilge pump calculated?

One easy way to find out is to pour five gallons of water into the bilge and start your stopwatch when the bilge pump kicks in. A 500-gph pump should empty the bilge in 35 seconds if it’s working at its rated capacity. A 1,500-gph pump should be able to do it in 12 seconds.

Do Rule bilge pumps have check valves?

Rule just announced a new series of pumps to replace the small pump series they’ve been selling for about thirty years. I think the biggest change is that they have incorporated a check valve to prevent back flow.

Will a bilge pump pump uphill?

Rule electric submersible Bilge pumps will not lift water – they will only push it up.

Where should a bilge pump discharge?

All bilge pumps should be discharged through an above water discharge port and, if not through the stern, consideration should be made to discharging both port and starboard (using check valves).

Where are Johnson bilge pumps made?

the USA
Made in the USA these heavy duty bilge pumps are ideal for a range of applications, not only boat bilges. Suitable for commercial and domestic installations, these are high flow water moving submersible pumps designed to last and outperform the cheaper copies.

What size boat requires a bilge pump?

Bilge pumps Are required for boats 7 metres and over. May be manual or power operation. Must be capable of pumping 4 kilolitres per hour.

Can a bilge pump run 24 7?

Bilge pumps are created to run only when they’re needed. Aquarium pumps, on the other hand, are made to run 24/7. I’ve heard of people’s bilge pumps dying after 3 or so months.

When should I turn on my bilge pump?

How and When Should You Turn on a Bilge Pump? The pump may have a float or switch to turn it on automatically when water collects in the bilge. This is especially important if the boat is kept in the water, as you’ll want the pump to activate after a heavy rain storm, for example.

What size switch do I need for a bilge pump?

Rule- 3-Way Panel Switch, Bilge Pump Toggle Switch, 12V 24V and 32V, up to 20 Amps at 12V, The “Manual” Position Has A Spring Return to “Off” So You Can’t Leave Your Pump Running by Accident. Black Stainless Steel Panel measures 2-1/4″ Wide by 2″ Tall, No Indicator Light or Fuse Holder

What kind of bilge pump do I need for my Boat?

Standard Bilge Pump 360 GPH/1363 LPH Standard 12 Volt Bilge Pump Rule 360 GPH Bilge pump for the toughest bilge environment to keep your bilge dry and vessel safe RuleMate 1100 GPH Automatic Bilge Pump All-in-one automatic bilge pump with level sensor and pump integrated into the same base “FC” Tournament Series™ Removable Motor Cartridge

How does a non-automatic bilge pump work?

Rule’s non-automatic cartridge series bilge pumps offer traditional operation activated by a float or panel switch. Removal of the motor cartridge allows for easy cleaning of the strainer and impeller if clogged with debris.

Why does the bilge pump keep filling up with water?

If water causes resistance on the pump, it continues to pump until the resistance lowers. With the check valve installed at the pump, it cant feel the weight of the water, and shuts off, allowing the bilge to fill with water! Ask a question about Rule .