Hi! I plan on using this pump (50-250 gph) for a small stream and waterfall. The pump will be sitting in a 32 gallon bucket. Will this be ok?
1629842
That should work as long as the bucket has holes in it so water can flow into it. A better technique is to use a skimmer that is connected to the input of the pump; that keeps leaves and other trash out of the pump. My only regret is that I didn't get a higher capacity pump. I am using it for a small waterfall and it is just not adequate.
1629843
I would assume it would be fine, our pump did not make it through the winter very well. We haven't uncovered the pond yet and I don't know if the problem is that my daughter neglected to put the heater in or not so I don't think anything survived the horrible winter. Sorry, I am not much help to you.
1629844
Hi I have a two tier fountain and the pump is almost enough . You need a more powerful pump .
1777631
No problem, I use it as a pool cover pump and sometimes I have it running dry all day. It's a GREAT PUMP. Just be careful of the plastic pipe parts. I buy extra plastic parts online.
798740
I had this pump go from a five gallon bucket to 8 ft. above that, so 6 should be just fine.
1271890
I agree that this should be fine for 30 gallons. I am using it on a tall 65 and the flow seems almost imperceptible. I should add that the advertised flow rate seems overstated once you throw in media but I haven't actually measured it.
2196432
I don't think so. My pond is roughly the same size with a drop of about 3 feet from the top of the waterfall to the bottom of the pond. It has worked perfectly. I have had a couple of other smaller pumps before this on and I am so glad I switched. This pump has been amazing. It rarely if ever needs cleaning and it keeps my pond very clean. I think you would be very happy with this pump.
1779583
Its just a bit smaller, thats all, it will work just fine. Also, dont forget to adjust the amount of air in the tank you get, cause this also effects how often the pump goes on. ( this is also a balancing act, with the amount of water pressure you desire)
1552008
This is a good pump, although not designed for that purpose, I do believe it would pump that distance. If you are pumping through hose the auto shut off feature may not work well. I would use pvc.
1667556
I have a 13,500gal. I have no issues. I am running a 1 1/2hp pump. I already had this pump. I believe I could go lower. IMO I think it would be fine.
2196433
No, the lift to your waterfall will slow this pump down. It will not be too large for your pond or waterfall.
2168893
According to specifications will pump up to 10 feet with little loss of flow (over 2000 gallons per hour). 15 feet up seems its limit with flow dropping to 1140 GPH. It won't make it to 20 feet, flow listed as "off."
637820
I was going to up grade to a 2hp and the shop said no way! So I stayed with a 1hp pump. I have about the same size pool! Running a waterfall and skimmer 1.5" PVC wide open and does a perfect job. Did your old pump do the job? You would probably be ok, but remember more pressure gives the chance for ur canister to fail! Catch 22! Hope that helps.
147762
I use it under much more extreme conditions. In the rain with dirty/rocky soil and with extra hose attached to the end. I would say definitely it would work for your fish tank. My only caution would be to make sure it doesn't suck up tiny rocks on the bottom. I know I have some debris in mine and its running harder because of it BUT when this one goes I will buy another the next day. It's a great little pump.
2196434
NO it should work nicely, this is an awesome pump, our pond is about the same and it works great!
2147882
It depends on how much current the pump draws. If it's less then 5.8 amps, it should be good.
463017
I'm assuming you've got one on the pump since 2hp could blow most garden type hoses. You shouldn't exceed 30psi on the line and the flow should be fine. If the pressure is unregulated, who knows what it will do to your system.
697165
I have mine sitting inside a 5 gallon bucket. The bucket is drilled with lots of holes and is dug down in the ground to act as a sump. The pump fits pretty snug in the bucket.
2280349
The chiller needs 260-660 gph pumped thru it. As long as ur sump can pump that amount of water your good. Fantastic chiller too!! Hope this helps