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| How high can I lift water with a pump? |
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| This is the single most asked question in the pump business. Even though we refer to it as suction lift, pumps do not actually lift liquid. They create a void by evacuating the air in the line, and atmospheric pressure on the liquid pushes it up the hose and into the pump. To make things simple, the rule of thumb for most self-primers is a maximum 25-ft vertical suction lift. That said, it is always best to locate your pump as close to the liquid being pumped as possible. Pumps have the ability to push water from the discharge side of the pump far greater distances. Depending on the type and horsepower, discharge heads can range from 15 ft to well over 1,000 ft or more. Remember, not all pumps are self-primers! |
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