Bilge Pumps

Bilge pumps are used to remove bilge water (the bilge is the lowest compartment inside the hull of a ship, where the two sides meet at the bottom). Fuel can mix with the bilge water, therefore, electric bilge pumps are designed to be non-sparking. Electric bilge pumps are often fitted with float switches which turn on the pump automatically when the bilge fills to a set level. Because bilge pumps can fail, a backup pump is recommended. The primary pump should be located at the lowest point of the bilge, while the secondary pump should be located somewhat higher. This activates the secondary pump only when the primary pump is overwhelmed and keeps the secondary pump free of the debris in the bilge that tends to clog the primary pump. Emergency gasoline-driven pumps should be taken along by anyone who does long range cruising. If a disaster occurs, such as the loss of a propeller shaft or a rudder, the resulting large hole will allow water to enter the bilge in an amount that would exceed the capacity of an ordinary bilge pump.

Non-Automatic Bilge Pumps

Rule Pumps 12 Volt DC Non-Automatic Bilge Pumps 360 GPH To 3800 GPH. 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.

Automatic Bilge Pumps

Rule Pumps 12 Volt DC Automatic Bilge Pumps 500 GPH - 2000 GPH . Rule 12 volt DC automatic computerized bilge pumps do not require float switches. They turn on to check for water every 2-1/2 minutes. If present, it will continue to run until all the water is removed. Power use in the checking mode is minimal.

Protek Hand Diaphragm Pumps HP-700 And HP-900

Protek Hand Diaphragm Pumps HP-700 And HP-900. Hand Diaphragm Pumps deliver 30 to 40 gpm. They can be used as portable utility pumps or mounted permanently. They will pump air or liquids - including water, slurries, sewage and sludge. A high percentage of solids will pass through the pumps without clogging or damage.

Rule Pumps Portable Hand Piston Pump with 4' Hose # 168 (C)

The Rule Pumps portable piston hand pump #168 is compact and easy to store as an emergency back-up pump. It is constructed of ABS plastic with comfort-grip handle to provide smooth firm strokes. It includes a 3 foot 1-1/8" hose.

Jabsco Pumps Hand Diaphragm Bilge Pump 29240-0000 (D)

Jabsco Amazon pumps are designed specifically for use as bilge pumps and toilet waste disposal pumps.. . Do not use Amazon pumps to transfer diesel, petroleum products, acids, chemicals or caustic liquids. They are designed specifically for smaller boats but still giving a powerful output of 10 US gpm. Actual performance varies according to the individual installation and the pumping rate of the user. Suitable for mounting on bulkhead or deck it has multi-positioned ports and body which give an amazing 96 assembly variations.

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