How far can a sewage pump push?

Sewage ejector pumps are designed to pump raw sewage from your home into a septic tank or gravity flow sewer main. For this reason, they can only pump to distances under 750 feet. However, a benefit of sewage ejector pumps is that they are built to move up to 200 gallons per minute of raw sewage.

How far can a sewage grinder pump?

They can typically pump sewage at volumes of up to 10,000 gallons per hour (166 gallons per minute) for short distances (under 700 feet) with maximum head pressures of under 30 feet. They are sold as standalone models and as pre-assembled simplex or duplex systems (which include sewage basins).

Can you pump sewage uphill?

If you want to install a bathroom in a house and the pitch of the house runs the wrong direction, you can always install a sewage ejector by the bathroom and pump the sewage uphill. A sewage ejector is a small 18-gallon basin that sits below the ground.

How do I know what size sewage pump I need?

Flow and total dynamic head (TDH) are integral in selecting a pump. Your water flow requirements, measured in GPM, are based on the number of people using the system, peak usage times and the number of water fixtures (e.g. toilet, sink).

How far can a Liberty sewage pump?

The LEH150 by Liberty is a high head 2" solids-handling sewage pump. The LEH150 features Liberty's unique one-piece cast iron body and Quick-connect power cords. Available in 2" or 3" flanged discharge and a variety of voltages, the LEH150 has a maximum head of 70 feet and is backed by Liberty's 3-year warranty.

Sewage vs. Grinder Pumps

What is the difference between a grinder pump and a sewage pump?

Grinder pumps are a subtype of sewage pumps. Generally speaking, sewage pumps that are not grinder pumps can move sewage solids up to two inches in diameter that are easy to break down or dissolve. Harder material will cause clogs and significant wear and tear on the pump.

Can you use a sump pump for sewage?

You can use a sewage pump in a sump pump application if your sump pit often fills with small debris and your system can manage significant horsepower (HP) and gallons-per-hour (GPH) loss.

How far can a sump pump push water?

A 1/2 HP sump pump can handle 7 to 10 feet vertical lift off the sump pump, a 90-degree elbow and a horizontal pipe running between 3 and 25 feet.

Do I need a sewage pump or a grinder pump?

We recommend you install a grinder pump if you need to pump sewage to a pressurized sewer main. If you are pumping to a septic tank or a gravity flow sewer main, you are much better off with a sewage ejector pump.

How long do sewage pumps last?

While most sewage ejector pumps are designed to withstand at least 7 to 10 years of use, with some even lasting much longer, occasionally problems do arise long before the pump has reached the end of its life span.

How does sewage flow uphill?

When the gravity sewer mains fill this basin, the pumps are activated by level switches. A switch is activated and the pumps pump the wastewater through a pipe called a force main. The force main pumps the waste water uphill until gravity can take over again.

Are sewage ejector pumps reliable?

When properly maintained, a good sewage ejector pump can last about 8-10 years, though in all many cases, you'll be able to get possibly 20-30 years of reliable service! Some homes are built using an ejector pump to handle all the waste and other ejector pumps are used have if you have a bathroom in your basement.

Are grinder pumps reliable?

Energy costs are very high with grinder pumps because the torque required to perform the cutting drives up the motor horsepower required which makes grinders very inefficient. Even in ideal conditions, grinder pumps typically only last a few years before replacement or repair is needed.

How long should a grinder pump run?

A grinder pump will normally run for one or two minutes and automatically turn off when the wastewater in the tank reaches the preset off level. The pump is powered by electricity and is connected to a control panel typically mounted on the side of your house or near the tank.

What is the difference between a sump pump and a sewage ejector pump?

What's the Difference between Sump Pump and Ejector Pumps? Sump pumps are used to prevent flooding in areas where houses are below the water table line, while ejector pumps generally are used with a sewage system to help remove sewage.

Which sewage pump is best?

What type of pump is best for raw sewage?

Effluent pumps are typically used to pump grey-water from a septic tank to a leach field. For raw sewage, a sewage pump or grinder pump is recommended to prevent clogging from handling solids larger than 3/4" in width.

How far can you pump water vertically?

Typically, atmospheric pressure limits vertical suction lift of pumps to 25 feet at sea level (see chart below). This does not mean that you are limited to 25 feet of pipe, you could use upwards of 200 feet of suction pipe, so long as the liquid source is not lower than 25 feet below the pump center line.

How far from house should sump pump discharge?

Most sump pumps have a recommended discharge size of 1.5 inches. The line must be run to the outside of the house.

How far can a 1 hp pump push water vertically?

How far can a 1 hp jet pump push water? A one-line or single-line jet pump can only lift water about 7.5 meters or 25 feet. A two line jet pump of the same horsepower will have no trouble lifting water 60 feet.

What is the difference between a sump pump and a sump pump?

Well, a sump pump is there to protect your basement from water flowing in. An ejector pump, on the other hand, is there to pump water from uses inside the basement out. So if you go to the bathroom or wash your hands in the sink or anything like that, the waste water is pumped by the ejector pump to the outside.

How does a basement sewage pump work?

Sewage pumps involve centrifugal pumps, which enables solids to be able to pass through without having to cause clogging in the pump. The motor rotates the impeller when you turn on the pump; this creates pressure which pushes water up to the impeller to the discharge pipe.