In many parts of the world people take fresh water for granted and for them water scarcity is an abstract term. However, for some parts of the world, it’s as real as it gets. Whether it’s because of environmental, social, political, or economic factors, millions of people throughout the world don’t have access to clean drinking water. I’m not trying to give you a guilt trip, but all of us have to realize that fresh water is a limited resource and we all have to do our best and manage it responsibly.
Today we have all that we need to manage both clean and waste waters. I am talking about water pumps. There are different types of water pumps designed to do different jobs, but I find submersible pumps to be one of the most versatile tools for both outdoor and home plumbing use. Of course, you can find different types of submersible water pumps Australia wide, but they all work in the same basic principle – they are in direct contact with the water and have a suction opening for taking in water. However, there are some important things you need to consider before choosing a submersible pump. It goes without saying that submersible pumps need to be well protected against exposure to water to keep all the components and the engine undamaged. Other than that, you need to consider how you are going to use the pump and make your choice accordingly. So, let’s go over the most commonly used submersible water pumps Australia stores offer.
There are certain types of submersible pumps that are used for clean water only. For example, with this type of pumps you can collect rain water in a tank and then use the pump to water your garden. You can also use it in ponds, however you need to check how much dirt and debris there is in the water to make sure that the pump can handle it.
If you have water with heavy dirt deposits that needs to be pumped, then you need a suitable pump for the job. Submersible pumps for dirty water are designed to allow particles to pass through the machine. Again, you need to check whats the maximum particle size that it can work with. These pumps are usually used to remove flooding water or to drain sewage systems.
Submersible pumps are also used to bring up water from springs or wells and this water is often used in home plumbing systems. Submersible pumps are perfect for deep wells because they can be placed directly into the water.
Aside from the type of the pump, you should also consider some technical details like discharge rate, float switch, suction depth, connection hose size, and how easy it is to handle.