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Applications |
Advantages/Disadvantages |
| Submersible pumps
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Both shallow and deep wells, repressurization from holding tanks |
Advantages: quiet, efficient, capable of pumping from great depths (1000+ feet), relatively easy to install, no priming required,easier to service than other technologies
Disadvantages: represent slightly higher level of initial investment, should not be used in swimming areas
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| Jet Pumps
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Both shallow and deep wells (pumping depths limited to approximately 100'), point wells repressurization from holding tanks, pumping from open bodies of water |
Advantages: Moderate cost savings, can work on driven point wells, can be used in swimming areas (when properly installed)
Disadvantages:require priming, less efficient than submersibles, can be noisy, can be difficult to diagnose system problems, deep well applications require 2 pipes in well and remote jet assembly
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| Hand pumps
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Pitcher pumps can raise water 20' with human effort. Other hand pumps with submerged cylinders can pump water from greater depths |
Advantages: Pitcher pumps are inexpensive. Can be operated without electricity.
Disadvantages: Need human power, seldom can be configured to provide pressurized water.
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