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Wayne Shallow Well Jet Pump
Wayne is a renowned manufacturer of high standard pumps for gardens, pools and lawns, to say nothing of its line of sewage pumps.
Pre-set pressure switch at 30-50 psi allows automatic operation. Features protection against the motor overheating. Easy to install. Self-priming.
It takes quite some time to get primed.
37.8 pounds
Cast iron
420 GPH
50 PSI-7 GPM
120/240V
Best Value
Flotec Thermoplastic Shallow Well Jet Pump
Flotec has been operating for more than 30 years now, focusing on water management equipment.
It comes with a dual voltage motor. It’s self-priming. Nozzle protected against corrosion and body is safe from sandy water. Features hardy ball bearings and insulated motor windings.
It’s quite noisy.
23.5 pounds
Fiberglass/thermoplastic
480 GPH
40 PSI-6.4 GPM
115/230V
Goulds Shallow Well Jet Pump
Goulds Water Technology is among the leading manufacturers of sterling equipment that safely and efficiently stores and transports water.
It’s extremely quiet, especially compared to other pumps. Very easy to install. Features a stainless steel shaft. Comes with both pressure switch and pressure gauge.
The pump’s impeller is made of plastic.
60 Pounds
Cast iron/stainless steel
480 GPH
40 PSI-8 GPM
115/230V
Bur-Cam Stainless Steel Jet Pump and Tank
The Burke Water Systems Manufacturing company has more than 34 years of producing water storage and systems equipment and is the only one of its kind in Canada.
It comes with a built-in ejector and Noryl impeller. 0.75 horsepower motor. 2-year parts warranty included. Removes rust strains from water. Light, easy to transport.
The pump requires attentive power management to keep hydro bills low.
24 Pounds
Stainless steel
960 GPH
65 PSI-16 GPM
115/230V
Red Lion Shallow Well Jet Pump
Red Lion is a global leader in manufacturing water storage and movement systems and components.
Motor is dual voltage and of a TEFC design. Can hook up to any power source. Very quiet. Features automatic switch to turn pump off.
The pump isn’t self-priming.
21.2 pounds
Cast iron
420 GPH
50 PSI-7 GPM
115/230V