Remember how much time, effort, and sometimes nerves it takes to simply provide water to a country property. Try to transfer a considerable volume manually to the water collection points without getting tired. And if you still need to fill the containers for watering the garden, the swimming pool and the tanks in the bathhouse, then it is easier to abandon the idea altogether than to implement it. Is it true?
It’s a completely different matter if such a labor-intensive process is carried out by pumping equipment instead of you. Tireless “workers” will provide all facilities with water as quickly as possible. Therefore, a pumping station for your home or beloved dacha is simply necessary. And we will tell you in detail how to choose it in the next article.
The information we offer illuminates in great detail the nuances of the device and the principle of operation of the system. The criteria for choosing a unit and the most popular models are presented to your attention. The information we offer is supported by useful diagrams, photos and videos.
Tasks
Actually, a water supply pumping station for a private house significantly increases the comfort of life outside the city, bringing it closer to the city level.
There is no need to fetch water with buckets and heat water for washing in a basin.
The availability of water and electricity, with proper equipment, makes private housing quite attractive for living.
Fortunately, in central Russia there are no problems with sufficient fresh water. A well or borehole can be installed in almost any place and there will be water.
Depth of aquifers
The average depth of the aquifer is 5-8 meters. This depth is ideal for the operation of any pumping station. To maintain pressure in the water supply network, additional mortise pumps can be installed.
Having a normal water supply, you can connect ordinary plumbing, not a country washbasin, a washing machine (it is better to choose a domestic or Belarusian one, they are more resistant to voltage fluctuations and water quality), a boiler for heating water, a normal shower with hot water.
Pumping station design
With sufficient water supply, you can even build your own swimming pool or have a fish pond or garden fountain. This is already excess, but when everyday life is basically streamlined and automated, why not?
The cost of a pumping station can vary significantly. There are inexpensive models, for 8-15 thousand rubles, some cost well over 100. You should, of course, focus on the capabilities of your budget, but you shouldn’t save much if you don’t plan to purchase a new pumping station every year.
Rating of inexpensive and economical units
The pumping equipment market today can offer summer residents very decent quality and affordable pumping stations from both domestic and foreign manufacturers. The choice is huge; any owner of a gardening farm will be able to choose a model taking into account his needs and financial capabilities.
Despite the fact that the leading positions in the industry are occupied by the German brands Metabo, Gardena, Karcher, AL-KO and the Italian brands Marina, Ergus, the products of the Russian companies Gilex, Kalibr, Vikhr, Zubr are also in high demand among domestic consumers.
The best domestic models
The rating of the most popular pumping stations for summer cottages is opened by the automatic station Gilex Jumbo 50/28 h18 . A reliable unit that combines good performance characteristics with an affordable price.
The automatic pumping system Gilex Jumbo 50/28 has a small power of 0.5 kW, it will do an excellent job of pumping water from a source up to 9 m deep
The pump body is made of cast iron, and the 18 liter hydraulic tank is made of painted steel. The station provides water rise up to 28 meters. Its productivity of 3 m3/hour is quite enough to water the garden and provide water to a country house.
You can watch a detailed review of the Gilex Jumbo 50/28 pumping station in the video:
The Zubr ZNAS 800 pumping station is another worthy representative of Russian production. The equipment is available in two versions: with a plastic and cast iron pump body; the hydraulic accumulator with a capacity of 20 liters in both versions is made of plastic. The manufacturer provides a 5-year warranty for both models.
One of the advantages of the station is the presence of built-in thermal protection against overheating, which will turn off the installation if the pump operates at high speeds, which significantly increases the service life of the equipment. Summer residents who have tested this automatic system on their plots leave positive reviews about its reliability and quality.
With a power of 0.8 kW, the Zubr ZNAS 800 station has a productivity of 3.3 m3/hour and provides good pressure to a height of up to 40 meters
Pumping stations Caliber SVD 650 are economical and inexpensive automatic systems that allow you to organize a full-fledged water supply network in a small country house. The pump is manufactured in a plastic, cast iron or metal casing, as indicated by the model marking in the form of the letters “P”, “H” or “N”. The performance of the model also depends on this characteristic.
Thus, a station with a cast iron pump has a maximum productivity of 2.5 m3/hour, in a stainless steel case - 3 m3/hour, and in a plastic case - 3.5 m3/hour. The 0.65 kW unit provides water rise to a height of 35 meters.
Despite its inexpensive cost, the Kalibr pumping station is equipped with everything necessary for high-quality and stable operation; it is distinguished by its reliability and low noise level
For those who use their dacha only in the summer months and do not set themselves the task of organizing a full-fledged plumbing system, compact low-power installations Caliber SVD 160 and 310 , equipped with one and a half and two-liter hydraulic tanks, are perfect.
With a power of 0.16 and 0.31 kW, they have a very decent productivity of 1.8 m3/hour, which is quite enough for irrigation and pumping water from a source to water collection points. The price of the devices is about 4,000 rubles.
pumping station of the ASV 800 series is presented in two versions with a hydraulic accumulator with a capacity of 19 and 24 liters. A productivity of 3.6 m3/hour is provided by a 0.8 kW centrifugal pump. The device is suitable only for pumping clean water, is characterized by silent and reliable operation, and is affordable.
The pumping system allows you to organize a continuous supply of water with good pressure at a distance of up to 40 meters from the water supply source
Whirlwind ASB 370 with a cast iron pump and hydraulic tank with a capacity of 2 liters is also very popular among summer residents In terms of price, it is comparable to low-power Kalibr units, but in terms of productivity, which is 2.7 m3/hour, it significantly exceeds them.
The following video will introduce the model range of Vikhr pumping stations:
The rating of the best pumping stations for summer cottages includes the universal automatic installation Aquarobot JS 60 . Its price is slightly higher than the previously mentioned models, but it is worth it.
The device is equipped with multi-stage protection against overheating and dry running, automatically turns off when any critical situations arise in the system, and operates stably during voltage surges.
Aquarobot JS 60 is suitable for organizing an autonomous water supply for a private home with permanent residence and for installation in a small garden plot for seasonal use
The pump is made of stainless steel, and its impeller is made of brass. The power of the model is 0.45 kW, productivity is 3 m3/hour. The volume of the hydraulic accumulator is 24 l. An adaptive model, equipped with a 5-liter hydraulic tank and having similar characteristics, can be purchased cheaper.
The Belamos XK 06 ALL pumping unit is a product of joint Russian-Belarusian production. The model has good workmanship and very decent characteristics at a very low cost. With a power of 0.6 kW and a productivity of 2.8 m3/hour, the station provides a water rise of 33 m. The pump impeller is made of brass.
The inexpensive Belamos automatic station is equipped with a 20-liter tank, the capacity of which is enough to meet the water needs for seasonal living in the country.
Pumping equipment of foreign brands
Among foreign brands, the Italian-made pumping station Marina CAM 40/22 HL . The installation is equipped with protection against overload and dry running, there is also a built-in pressure gauge that monitors water pressure, and a pressure switch, thanks to which the system can operate in automatic mode.
The compact model is quiet and does not require special maintenance. It is easy to install and easy to operate
The installation power is 0.8 kW, productivity is 3 m3/hour. The volume of the hydraulic tank is 22 liters. These parameters allow you to organize an uninterrupted water supply to several water collection points in the house and at your summer cottage.
Automatic pumping station Gardena 3000/4 Classic is a product of a well-known German manufacturer of pumping equipment. This model has a very affordable price, so it is often purchased for use in dacha farming. Reliable and safe equipment is produced with well-known German scrupulousness and impeccable quality.
The installation is endowed with a small power, 0.65 kW, but, nevertheless, it easily ensures the rise of water to a height of up to 40 m. The volume of the hydraulic accumulator is 19 liters, which is quite enough to cover the water needs at the dacha.
The compact and low-noise unit will provide comfortable and convenient living in the summer in the summer cottage
Another representative of the German company, which has firmly established itself in summer cottages in Russia, is the AL-KO HW 3000 . Silent operation, ease of operation, and reliability in operation are the distinctive features of this pumping unit.
With a relatively low power of 0.65 kW, the unit provides a productivity of 3.1 m3/hour. The hydraulic accumulator also has a very modest volume - 17 liters, which is fully compensated by the impeccable workmanship and excellent technical characteristics of the equipment.
The unit not only demonstrates excellent performance, but also has a stylish and ergonomic design
Considering models of foreign brands, one cannot fail to mention the products of Chinese manufacturers, whose pumping equipment has become quite widespread in the vastness of Russia.
For example, a pumping station from a Chinese company with American roots, Patriot PW 850 24 Inox, is very often purchased for summer cottage use due to its low price and very good quality.
The power of the installation is 0.85 kW with a productivity of 3 m3/hour, which allows lifting liquid to a height of 30 meters (+)
The system is equipped with a hydraulic tank with a capacity of 22 liters, the pump is made of stainless steel, which ensures its long-term and reliable operation. The unit’s engine is fully adapted to the conditions of Russian electrical networks.
What is the difference between a pump and a pumping station?
Very simple. The pump simply pumps water when turned on and stops pumping when turned off.
The pump is not directly related to the pressure in the pipes; the pump can be adjusted in the modes “pump - do not pump, automatically turn off in the absence of water, pump to the maximum, pump a little.”
The pump is used for summer water supply; the power of an average pump is enough to water a medium-sized summer cottage and for household needs, without any extra frills.
To compensate for the shortcomings of the pump, a water tank is usually installed at the highest possible point. In the attic or in a special water structure. The pump pumps water into the tank and turns off when it is full (this requires automation). Further water supply is provided from the reservoir.
You can learn more about water supply systems in the article - pumping station for a well: types and features. The principle of operation and connection of the device, as well as prices and an overview of models. Read about the differences between a submersible drainage pump and a surface pump here.
It may be useful for you to learn how to organize an Abyssinian well with your own hands. Read about this here https://aquacomm.ru/vodosnabzenie/zagorodnyie-doma-v/avtonomnoe-vodosnabzhenie/istochniki/skvazhina-ne-glubokaya/abissinskiy-kolodets-svoimi-rukami.html. What tools are needed for drilling and how durable is such a well?
Main characteristics
A pumping station differs from a pump in that it contains a pump of one modification or another, a pressure tank or other device for regulating pressure in the water supply network, automation that controls all this, and a pressure gauge for monitoring the pressure in the water supply network. The tank size can be small, from 20 liters to 150.
Main characteristics of pumping stations
In addition to the function of regulating pressure, the water tank, or hydraulic accumulator, as it is called, serves as an additional water reservoir. When there is a power outage or there is no water in the well, a supply of water from an automatic water supply station with a hydraulic accumulator is able to maintain water pressure in the water supply for some time.
Therefore, for a private home, the size of the accumulator matters. The bigger, the better.
Recommendations for selection
Selecting a water system for a cottage is not an easy task. Natural factors influence the choice of device. It is necessary to determine the depth of the aquifer, as well as the distance between the source and the water station.
When purchasing a pumping station, you should ask the seller about the warranty
Factors such as:
- Pump power and performance;
- Suction depth;
- Energy efficiency of the device;
- Hydraulic accumulator volume;
- Installation method;
- Materials.
If you plan to purchase a device for a summer cottage, where the owners spend little time and there is a small area, then you need to pay attention to mini-stations. To water large areas, you will need a system with a hydraulic accumulator with a capacity of up to 50 liters. Before purchasing, you should also check the documentation. The pumping system must meet quality, reliability and safety standards.
Hydraulic accumulator maintenance
The characteristics of the hydraulic accumulator and its maintenance are important in the operation of a water pumping station. A small accumulator tank will not be able to maintain network pressure if there are several connections. For example, if the kitchen tap is open and the washing machine is turned on at the same time.
Hydraulic accumulator installation diagram
The size of the tank also determines how often the pump is turned on.
Therefore, a large tank is more economical, and in the conditions of a summer cottage, purchasing a pumping station with a sufficient tank size should be a priority.
In an apartment, if there is insufficient water pressure, water pumping stations with a small tank are installed, because space in the apartment needs to be saved.
They are usually installed in a closet or on a glazed loggia. In the conditions of a summer cottage, you are not constrained by such strict spatial restrictions.
A big tank is good.
Installation diagram of a hydraulic accumulator with a submersible pump in a well
The structure of the hydraulic accumulator tank is as follows. In a durable container there is an air chamber that strives to fill the entire volume of the tank. Water is poured into the tank, compressing the air chamber. This creates water pressure. When the tank is full, the automation turns off the pump.
Maintenance of the accumulator consists of monitoring changes in pressure and maintaining the air pressure in the chamber at the proper level. Periodically, every few months, you need to pump air through a special valve.
The strength of the accumulator tank should be one of the main criteria when purchasing. When using year-round water supply using a pumping station, care must be taken to lay pipes below the soil freezing level and to drain wastewater.
Some tips
Before choosing a pumping station, it is advisable to:
- Decide on the purpose of purchasing the device, since its power and other parameters depend on this.
- Perform calculations that are needed for comparison with the technical parameters of the unit.
- Choose a model according to the advice of experts.
- Keep in mind that equipment with a metal body has a higher price when compared with plastic models, but it will pay for itself due to a long period of operation and savings on service costs.
The device must be installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
How to choose?
The guidelines for choosing a pumping station are as follows: cost, power, water intake capabilities.
You can decide on cost at the very last stage; it’s a matter of choosing a manufacturer and correlating your needs with capabilities.
A normal average station serving a large family, a bathhouse providing watering for the garden and lawns, with a small pond or fountain in the garden, costs about 30-60 thousand, provided that the water supply is laid correctly, there are no unnecessary bends, changes in pipe diameter, or costs of improper installation .
Poor installation of the pumping station and errors in planning, incorrect pipe diameters can reduce its capacity by 30-90%.
Power
This is a water pressure along the entire length of the water pipeline. Quite often, the station needs to be equipped with additional pumps to create pressure. This is more profitable than purchasing an excessively powerful station.
Performance graph of different models of pumping stations
The possibilities of water intake are limited not only by the power of the pump, but also by the possibility of installing and connecting a pumping station in a well or to a well. The pumping station does not generate water, but sucks it from the source.
If the pump runs faster than the well fills, the likelihood of equipment failure is quite high. The automatic shutdown is triggered after the engine overheats, for which overheating is not very useful.
Automatic shutdown
An important factor should be automation that controls the switching on and off of the pumping station. Protection against running without water and automatic shutdown is necessary even if you connect the pumping station to Lake Baikal.
Life's accidents, for example, a collapse of the well wall, blocking the water intake or other minor troubles should not cost you the purchase of a new station.
Automation block
Many pumping stations are also marked with the height of water intake. This is the depth from which the pumping station is capable of lifting water. Driving water through horizontal pipes also requires effort, so if the station is not located directly above the well, consider the distance of the horizontal runs.
It is better to purchase a pumping station in specialized stores, paying attention to the availability of service, the warranty on the equipment, and the manufacturer. Domestic manufacturers are currently more profitable not only in price, but also due to the possibility of more comfortable service.
To pump water from a well or well, it is not necessary to buy an expensive and powerful pump. For domestic needs, the compact and inexpensive submersible pump “Malysh” is quite suitable. Read more about the technical characteristics and maintenance of the device, as well as about possible malfunctions. You will learn about the autonomous sewer system “Termite” by reading this article. Modifications, advantages and disadvantages of the system.
Overheating and dry running protection
Devices designed to supply water, which have protection against dry running and overheating, function flawlessly. When there is no water in the source, the system automatically turns off, as a result of which the electric motor does not overheat. This method of protection extends the life of a home water supply station, but at the same time increases its cost.
