In the countryside, almost no one uses wells, except perhaps grandmothers in their fairy tales. They were replaced by such concepts as pump, well and depth. Modern and well-installed equipment will provide the owner with trouble-free watering of the garden and water in the house.
There are a lot of varieties of devices of such a plan on the market, and ordinary people simply have their eyes wide open and a completely logical question arises: “Which pump for a well to choose?” In addition to choosing the type and type of equipment, you will also need to decide on the manufacturer. So there is something to deal with, this is what we will do in our article.
So, let's try to figure out which well pump will be better in one case or another, how to choose it, what to look for first and which manufacturers, as well as models, to give preference to.
Some nuances
To begin with, let's deal with the well itself and its quality. If for drilling you invited specialists in their field, and it was performed using professional equipment, then there is no doubt about the reliability of the well.
In othersin cases where you did all the work yourself or with the help of cobblers, the quality is usually far from ideal. Practice has shown that such wells are much more prone to sanding, pollution or flooding.
In the case of specialists, the choice of pumps for a water well is wider. Properly executed drilling allows you to install cheaper equipment, because sand and dirt will get into it to a much lesser extent, which means that the protective characteristics can be relegated to the background.
When random "masters" get to work, there is no way to do without special pumps for wells. They have more reliable protection, work in difficult conditions and, of course, are much more expensive. So saving on drilling is a double-edged sword.
Water consumption
One of the most important indicators of the equipment of such a plan is the daily water consumption. For hand pumps for a well, this is not so important, but for other types it is critical. This is approximately an average value, because in the winter months the flow rate is noticeably lower, in contrast to the irrigated summer ones.
According to statistics, a family of three to four people consumes about 70 liters of water per day (about 3 cubic meters per hour). The figure, of course, can change and depends on many secondary factors, such as keeping birds or other animals on the territory, as well as the area of \u200b\u200bthe housing itself and adjacent buildings.
Pump Types
All household appliances of this kind can be divided into twoThe main types are submersible and surface. They differ radically from each other, so the choice must be approached with special care. And if in a country house or in a small house you can make a little mistake, then for a large farmstead this is fraught with the replacement of equipment, as well as unforeseen financial and nervous expenses.
Submersible or deep well pumps are lowered down to the very bottom. Surface models work mostly near a water source or directly on its surface. In the latter case, a special float is used.
Surface models operate on the principle of suction, so the distance that water must overcome from the source to the end point plays a huge role in the efficiency of such equipment. Experts do not advise contacting such equipment if the depth to the water table is more than 8 meters. Surface-type well pumps are ideal for an Abyssinian well, which cannot be said about an artesian one.
In addition, these pumps are noisy, so many will have to take care of some kind of additional device like a box that reduces noise, or even install equipment in a separate room.
Submersibles
If surface models draw fluid in, downhole pumps for the well, on the contrary, push it up. When choosing this type, you must first look at the height that the water will need to overcome to the surface.
Upper limit of household submersiblepumps for wells is considered to be a height of 40 meters. Everything above this indicator already belongs to professional equipment and costs accordingly, that is, very expensive. In each specification for a particular pump, the maximum immersion height is indicated. The latter is also indicated in large numbers on the box, so it's hard to miss it.
Power
Submersible pumps for wells of different capacities differ from each other not only visually, but also in weight. High-performance devices are burdened with a massive body and are noticeably heavier than their less powerful counterparts.
In general, when choosing a technique of this kind, you need to take it with a margin of performance. That is, if the well pump is designed for a 40-meter depth, then for a 30-meter height it will be just right. Experts in this field strongly do not recommend taking devices, as they say, back to back. In this case, you risk additional and considerable expenses for reducing the height of the water intake for the pump if it fails or runs idle.
It should also be noted that well pumps operating at extreme depths will fail faster because they operate at maximum load. So be sure to take equipment with a margin of at least a dozen meters.
Additional features
It would be useful to pay attention to the presence of some additional functions. Here we are talking mainly about various protection systems. For example, intelligent automation itself will turn off the pump in the well if it suddenly starts to run idle or, conversely,reload.
Such additions will not only significantly increase the operational life of the equipment, but also save you a lot of money on spare parts. Naturally, you need to choose all sorts of "chips" without fanaticism, and the pump "speaking" in a pleasant female voice will be an obvious excess.
Varieties of submersible models
Submersible devices are also divided into two types - these are vibration and centrifugal pumps for wells. In the first, the main element is a special membrane that supplies water due to vibrations, and in the second, it is a rotating disk with blades.
Experts are ambivalent about vibration models. On the one hand, yes, they are inexpensive, do their job perfectly and do it as efficiently as possible. But on the other hand, constant vibration negatively affects the well, gradually destroying it. This process is far from fast, but still inevitable.
So it is better to use the vibration technique as some kind of temporary solution, and consider only centrifugal models as a permanent one. They, in turn, also do an excellent job of pumping, but are noticeably more expensive, while maintaining the integrity of the well.
Producers
Today's market can offer a lot of decent and inexpensive options. Such solutions, as a rule, come from the conveyors of venerable manufacturers who have eaten a dog in this business and take care of their reputation, as well as for each client. Moreover, the reviews about them are mostly positive, unlike other suppliers.
I should warn you right away that by choosing a cheap model from some no-name manufacturer, you run the risk of running into serious problems that will entail not only a waste of money, but also time and nerves. In this case - how lucky: you will get a normal copy or completely killed, and all this bacchanalia can be happening in one game. So it's better not to take risks and give preference to trusted brands.
Top pump manufacturers:
- Wilo;
- Grundfos;
- Pedrollo;
- ESPA;
- Jilex;
- Aquario;
- "Aquarius";
- Unipump;
- "Whirlwind".
As more affordable options in terms of cost, we can recommend models from domestic manufacturers. Pumps for wells "Vodoley", "Whirlwind" and "Dzhileks" showed themselves very well in work, besides, the cost of servicing them is much cheaper. If you care about exceptional quality and do not accept compromise options, then a large selection of models in the premium segment is at your service.
Let's take a look at some of the best well pumps that have distinguished themselves for their quality component, performance and a lot of positive feedback from users.
Dzhileks PROF 55/75 HOUSE
This extremely high-quality model enjoys enviable popularity among domestic consumers. The pump is designed for a maximum well depth of 30 meters. The volume of pumped water fluctuates around 3.3 cubic meters per hour, which is quite enough for water supplylarge house along with summer watering.
One of the main advantages of the model is its design adapted to Russian climatic conditions. As such, there is virtually no vibration, so the equipment does not affect well performance in any way.
Model benefits:
- very good efficiency;
- soft start;
- virtually zero vibration;
- easy to operate and maintain;
- good job in sandy land.
Flaws:
price is too high for the domestic market
Estimated cost is about 19,000 rubles.
Grundfos SQ 2-55
The model does not have a democratic price tag, but users are simply delighted with the efficiency of its work. The device is designed for a well depth of 55 meters, so it is suitable for almost any Russian region.
The body and motor of the model are made of high quality stainless steel, which greatly increases the life of the pump. As for productivity, 3 cubes per hour is enough for large houses and large household plots.
The sensitivity of the device to voltage drops acts as a fly in the ointment, so in order to avoid breakdowns, you will additionally need to buy a stabilizer. In general, it can be said about the pump that the high cost is more than compensated by the quality component.
Pros of the model:
- extremelyquality assembly and materials used;
- good efficiency;
- silent operation;
- multi-level protection against overheating and idling;
- set it and forget it.
Cons:
device is sensitive to power surges
Estimated price is about 40,000 rubles.
Aquarius BTsPE 0, 5-32U
The model is perfect for wells whose height does not exceed 40 meters. One of the main advantages of the pump is a reliable design: all parts that somehow come into contact with water are made of stainless steel and brass. Such a solution allows you to significantly increase the operational life of the device without overestimating the price, unlike cases made entirely of stainless steel.
It is also worth noting the presence of a high-quality thermal relay. It properly prevents overheating of the main working elements during prolonged use. In addition, the model is not afraid of power surges, which is far from uncommon for private homes. When power surges, the model automatically reduces its performance, thereby saving important circuits. This also includes a very good efficiency of 3.6 cubic meters per hour and almost silent operation.
Model benefits:
- reliable stainless steel and brass construction elements;
- good efficiency;
- virtually no noise during operation;
- use of environmentally friendly materials;
- low price for existing features.
Flaws:
filter picky about water quality
Estimated cost is about 9,000 rubles.
Unipump ECO 1
This model is designed specifically for wells with abundant sand content - up to 100 grams per cubic meter. Despite its low cost, the device boasts excellent performance - 4.8 cubic meters per hour. I was also pleased with the maximum height of work - 50 meters.
In addition, the model is equipped with a soft start function and several degrees of protection against engine overheating. The device is widely used for water supply of country houses and cottages. As a fly in the ointment here is the increased sensitivity of the elements of the device to hard water. The problem is partly solved by filters, but in this case it is better to look at another version of the pump.
Pros of the model:
- good efficiency;
- there is protection against overheating of the main elements;
- completely silent operation;
- economical energy consumption;
- more than adequate price tag for the features available.
Cons:
- hard water sensitivity;
- It is better to immediately replace the regular wire with a more sensible one with a good cross section.
Estimated price is about 9,000 rubles.
Vortex CH-100B
This is a budget model that can be lamented as an aid to watering. It will not provide enough water for a family of three or four people, because it pumps only up to 2.4 cubic meters per hour. That's enough for oneor a maximum of two users, but you can't count on more.
The most attractive advantages of the model are its cost and working well height (up to 60 meters). A good half of users take this device specifically for irrigation and leave completely positive reviews about it. Those who, out of ignorance (or out of stinginess), took a pump for the home, speak about the capabilities of the model, of course, not in the best word.
It is also worth noting that the device is equipped with reliable protection against overheating and the case is made of stainless steel. In the engine itself, for the most part, chrome parts are used, so everything is also in order with the operational resource. The only thing you can complain about is the high power consumption: 1.1 kW is still too much for such equipment. Otherwise, this is an excellent and, most importantly, inexpensive "garden" option.
Model benefits:
- more than affordable price tag;
- good pressure (up to 100 meters);
- reliable overheating protection;
- very good build and materials used;
- long service life.
Flaws:
Modest efficiency with high power consumption
Estimated cost is about 7,000 rubles.
Summing up
When choosing a technique of such a plan, you must clearly understand it and your (wells) capabilities. In no case should one or several factors be taken into account - only all at once. Otherwise, you run the risk of just throwingmoney down the drain or suffer with constant improvements and the search for some special devices for the pump.
Important points to pay attention to:
- model performance;
- pump dimensions and well dimensions (exactly not good - stock is needed);
- maximum pumping height;
- complexity of pump installation and operating features;
- warranty service (where, how and under what conditions).
If you buy equipment in specialized hardware stores, then there will certainly be an experienced consultant who can enlighten you about this or that model. It is not worth buying such a device at some network points of sale, like Eldorado or M.video. In this case, it is better to take some expert or at least a user of one of the models you like with you.
