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Pressure Pumps - Franklin Electric horizontal multistage pressure systems

2 years Warranty - Made in Italy
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mains to rainwater tank switch

Household Pressure Pumps - Fully Automatic

Household Pressure Pumps are also known as Rainwater Tank Pumps and are used to move water from one place to another using pressure. The most common use is for transfering water from the rainwater tank to the house.

The Pressure pumps can be used with the Automatic Pump Control, a pressure switch with a pressure tank. The pump control will automatically switch the the pump off in the absence of water, so the pump won't burn out.

To avoid fluctuating pressures, you can use the FCP Variable Speed Pump Controller or the Inline Constant Pressure System.

If your water tank is at a distance from the house, the pump is higher than the water source or the pipe from the tank to the pump has a lot of bends or elbows, a 'Self-Priming' pump can be useful. Click Here to view our Self Priming Pressure Pumps.


All of the pressure pumps below can be used with a 'mains to rainwater tank switch' if you require rainwater harvesting which switches from mains to tank water whenever tank water is available. Click here for more information on the switching device

more information on the acquasaver AcquaSaver is an automatic hydraulically operated mains to rainwater changeover valve. Ideal for rainwater harvesting which switches from mains to tank water whenever tank water is available and automatically defaults to mains in the event of a power or pump failure

Pressure Pump parts - Brass 5 way connectors Pressure pump parts - Brass Swivel Union
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Pressure Pump - household domestic pressure pump with automatic pressure switch

Click Here for more information 370w pressure pump with automatic pressure switch

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Comes standard with the Automatic Presscontrol

0.5hp Pressure Water Pump with Pressure Switch

48 L/min

$375
Pressure Pump - household domestic pressure pump with automatic pressure switch

 

370W / 0.5hp water pump with automatic pressure switch.

Ideal for rainwater tanks, shallow bore or domestic water supply.Quiet running pump.

When the tap is turned on the pump is automatically on. The pump shuts down when the tap is closed.

Pump body and inpellers in 304 stainless steel, motor shaft in 420 stainless steel, Noryl diffusers, suction and discharge mountings in cast iron or cast steel and motor housing in aluminum

Built in thermal protection

 

     
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Prime Power Pressure Pumps

Pressure Pump - Automatic household pressure pump, rainwater tank pump

Click Here for more information on the 0.5hp / 0.37kw pressure pump with pressure switch

more info on GPS6C automatic pressure pump

Comes standard with the Automatic Presscontrol

0.5Hp Household Pressure Pump with Presscontrol

52 L/min

Pressure pumps- Automatic Household Pressure Pump from PrimePpower
$385

 

Stainless steel pump casing suitable to supply the average home with such a product. From the same series of GP Pumps, this stainless steel household pressure pump is fantastic where the end user wants a top quality product at a reasonable price. 304 stainless casing, with stainless steel shaft and long lasting mechanical seal, the GPS6-C offers great pressure with a constant pressure by way of the presscontrol automatic controller. Non corrosive pump internals make this an excellent product to supply either town water supply or harvested rainwater to homes, shacks and other domestic dwellings.

 

 

 

     
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Pressure Pumps - household domestic pressure pump with automatic pressure switch

Click Here for more information 550w pressure pump with automatic pressure switch

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Comes standard with the Automatic Presscontrol

0.75hp Pressure Water Pump with Pressure Switch

48 L/min

$385
Pressure Pumps - household domestic pressure pump with automatic pressure switch

 

550W / 0.75hp water pump with automatic pressure switch.

Ideal for rainwater tanks, shallow bore or domestic water supply.Quiet running pump.

When the tap is turned on the pump is automatically on. The pump shuts down when the tap is closed.

Pump body and inpellers in 304 stainless steel, motor shaft in 420 stainless steel, Noryl diffusers, suction and discharge mountings in cast iron or cast steel and motor housing in aluminum

Built in thermal protection

 

 
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Pentax Household watter pressure systems

Self Priming jet assisted pressure pump

 

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Self Priming Pump

0.8hp Household Water Pressure System

45 LPM

Self Priming Household pressure pump with presscontrol

SELF PRIMING PUMP is Ideal for

  • Pumping longer distances
  • Sucking water from underground tanks or shallow wells up to 7m deep
     
$480
Electronic controller for pressure pump with Electronic Controller

Made in Italy

These Italian shallow well jet pump models have a jet assisted design suitable for lifting water from shallow suction depths of up to 7m. Also good if your rainwater tank is a distance from the house.

Rugged cast iron bodies, Noryl impellor with stainless steel shafts with mechanical seals make this unit excellent for supplying water to the larger homes that are more common in Australia.

TEFC motors with thermal protection, quiet running and IP44 protected motors make this an excellent choice for home water supply. Press Control or Wellmate Pressure Tanks options are available with this series.

 

 

     
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Pentax Household watter pressure systems

Automatic rainwater tank pump

Click Here for more information on the 0.8hp / 0.59kw pressure pump

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Self Priming Pump

0.8hp Household Water Pressure System

31 LPM

Self Priming Household pressure pump with presscontrol

SELF PRIMING PUMP is Ideal for

  • Pumping longer distances
  • Sucking water from underground tanks or shallow wells up to 7m deep
     
$540
Household Pressure pump with automatic pressure switch with electronic pressure switch

Made in Italy

Self Priming, centrifugal pump, jet assisted, suitable for shallow bores or wells and rainwater tanks. Able to operate multiple outlets within the home with minimal fuss.

Pump units come with stainless steel shafts and efficient motors designed for tough conditions.

Pentax's manufacturing system ensures the quality of the product year after year.

 

 
     
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Pressure Pump - automatic household pressure pump or rainwater tank pump

Click Here for more information on the 1 hp / 0.75kw pressure pump with pressure switch

more info on JS-100 automatic pressure pump

Comes standard with the Automatic Presscontrol

1Hp Household Pressure Pump with Automatic Presscontrol

50 L/min

Pressure Pump - Automatic pressure pump for the homeautomatic pressure switch
$390

 

JS Series of self-priming electric pressure pumps are equipped with waterproof plug and power cord and watertight switches. The JS-100 automatic household pressure pump is suitable for operating taps for the garden, household water supply (eg: running dishwashers) for the average home and can lift water from underground tanks, shallow wells and bores or draw water direct from above ground rainwater tanks. It is usually combined with a pressure switch or pressure tank.

Presscontrol automatic controllers may be used or pressure switches with Wellmake composite material pressure tanks depending on the application.

 

     
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Pressure Pump - Automatic household pressure pump or rainwater tank pump

Click Here for more information on the 1 hp / 0.75kw pressure pump with pressure switch

more info on JS-100 automatic pressure pump

Comes standard with the Automatic Presscontrol

1Hp Household Pressure Pump with Automatic Presscontrol

50 L/min

Pressure Pump - Jp-100 small home pressure pump with automatic switch automatic pump control switch
$390

 

JP Series of self-priming electric pressure pumps are equipped with waterproof plug and power cord and watertight switches. The JP-100 automatic household pressure pump is suitable for operating taps for the garden, household water supply (eg: running dishwashers) for the average home and can lift water from underground tanks, shallow wells and bores or draw water direct from above ground rainwater tanks. It is usually combined with a pressure switch or pressure tank.

Presscontrol automatic controllers may be used or pressure switches with Wellmake composite material pressure tanks depending on the application.

 

 
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Prime Power Pressure Pumps

Automatic household pressure pump, rainwater tank pump

Click Here for more information on the 1hp / 0.75kw pressure pump with pressure switch

more info on GP10C automatic pressure pump

Comes standard with the Automatic Presscontrol

1Hp Household Pressure Pump with Automatic Presscontrol

60 L/min

Automatic Household Pressure Pump from PrimePpower
$390

 

Whether it is to run your shower, use your dishwasher or operate taps for the garden, Prime Powers range of pressure systems will provide you water when you need it. A tough and reliable self priming jet pump range. These pumps are suitable for the larger home and can lift water from underground tanks, shallow wells and bores or draw water direct from above ground rainwater tanks. Corrosion proof closed noryl impellor and injectors along with stainless steel shafts and long lasting mechanical seals make this a reliable water mover.

Presscontrol automatic controllers may be used or pressure switches with Wellmake composite material pressure tanks depending on the application.

 

     
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Pentax Household watter pressure systems

Self Priming jet assisted pressure pump

 

Click Here for more information on the 1hp / 0.75kw pressure pump

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Self Priming Pump

1hp Household Water Pressure System

59 LPM

Self Priming jet assisted pressure pump

SELF PRIMING PUMP is Ideal for

  • Pumping longer distances
  • Sucking water from underground tanks or shallow wells up to 7m deep
     
$530
with Electronic Controller

Made in Italy

These Italian shallow well jet pump models have a jet assisted design suitable for lifting water from shallow suction depths of up to 7m. Also good if your rainwater tank is a distance from the house.

Rugged cast iron bodies, Noryl impellor with stainless steel shafts with mechanical seals make this unit excellent for supplying water to the larger homes that are more common in Australia.

TEFC motors with thermal protection, quiet running and IP44 protected motors make this an excellent choice for home water supply. Press Control or Wellmate Pressure Tanks options are available with this series.

 
     
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Pentax Household watter pressure systems

Automatic rainwater tank pump

Click Here for more information on the 1hp / 0.75kw pressure pump

more info on automatic pressure pump

Self Priming Pump

1hp Household Water Pressure System

50 LPM

Self Priming Household pressure pump with presscontrol

SELF PRIMING PUMP is Ideal for

  • Pumping longer distances
  • Sucking water from underground tanks or shallow wells up to 7m deep
     
$590
Household Pressure pump with automatic pressure switch with electronic pressure switch

Made in Italy

Self Priming, centrifugal pump, jet assisted, suitable for shallow bores or wells and rainwater tanks. Able to operate multiple outlets within the home with minimal fuss.

Pump units come with stainless steel shafts and efficient motors designed for tough conditions.

Pentax's manufacturing system ensures the quality of the product year after year.

 
     
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household domestic pressure pump with automatic pressure switch

Click Here for more information 750w pressure pump with automatic pressure switch

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Comes standard with the Automatic Presscontrol

 

1hp Pressure Water Pump with Pressure Switch

67 L/min

$395
household domestic pressure pump with automatic pressure switch

 

750W / 1hp water pump with automatic pressure switch.

Ideal for rainwater tanks, shallow bore or domestic water supply.Quiet running pump.

When the tap is turned on the pump is automatically on. The pump shuts down when the tap is closed.

Pump body and inpellers in 304 stainless steel, motor shaft in 420 stainless steel, Noryl diffusers, suction and discharge mountings in cast iron or cast steel and motor housing in aluminum

Built in thermal protection

 

 

     
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household domestic pressure pump with automatic pressure switch

Click Here for more information 900w pressure pump with automatic pressure switch

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Comes standard with the Automatic Presscontrol

1.2Hp Household Pressure Pump with Automatic Presscontrol

120 L/min

GTP 70/90 small home pressure pump with automatic switch automatic pump control switch
$445

 

GTP Series of centrifugal electric pressure pumps are equipped with waterproof plug and power cord and watertight switches. The GTP70/90 automatic household pressure pump is suitable for operating taps for the garden, household water supply (eg: running dishwashers) for the average home and can lift water from underground tanks, shallow wells and bores or draw water direct from above ground rainwater tanks. It is usually combined with a pressure switch or pressure tank.

Presscontrol automatic controllers may be used or pressure switches with Wellmake composite material pressure tanks depending on the application.

 

     
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household domestic pressure pump with automatic pressure switch

Click Here for more information 920w pressure pump with automatic pressure switch

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Comes standard with the Automatic Presscontrol

 

1.25hp Pressure Water Pump with Pressure Switch

91 L/min

$420
household domestic pressure pump with automatic pressure switch

 

920W / 1.25hp water pump with automatic pressure switch.

Ideal for rainwater tanks, shallow bore or domestic water supply.Quiet running pump.

When the tap is turned on the pump is automatically on. The pump shuts down when the tap is closed.

Pump body and inpellers in 304 stainless steel, motor shaft in 420 stainless steel, Noryl diffusers, suction and discharge mountings in cast iron or cast steel and motor housing in aluminum

Built in thermal protection

$420

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household domestic pressure pump with automatic pressure switch

Click Here for more information 1100w pressure pump with automatic pressure switch

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Comes standard with the Automatic Presscontrol

1.5hp Pressure Water Pump with Pressure Switch

114 L/min

$445
household domestic pressure pump with automatic pressure switch

 

1100W / 1.5hp water pump with automatic pressure switch.

Ideal for rainwater tanks, shallow bore or domestic water supply.Quiet running pump.

When the tap is turned on the pump is automatically on. The pump shuts down when the tap is closed.

Pump body and inpellers in 304 stainless steel, motor shaft in 420 stainless steel, Noryl diffusers, suction and discharge mountings in cast iron or cast steel and motor housing in aluminum

Built in thermal protection

 

     
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Fully Automatic pressure pump with pressure switch

Click Here for more information 1450w / 1.9hp pressure pump with pressure switch

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Comes standard with the Automatic Presscontrol

1.9hp Pressure Pump with Pressure Switch

90 L/min

1.9hp Automatic Pressure Pump with Automatic pressure switch
$420

 

1450W / 1.9 HP high pressure fully Automatic water pump has water dry protection. The electronic switch starts and stops the pump. When the tap is opened and closed it adjusts the flow rate and pressure, keeping them constant. The switch automatically stops the pump in the absence of water.

This automatic pressure pump is made from cast iron with a stainless steel pump body with 5 noryl impellers.

Ideal for rainwater tanks or domestic water supply.Quiet running pump. Suitable for continuous duty. Closed and externally ventilated.

 

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Ultra Series Household Pressure Systems

120L/m - 165L/m - 240L/m

3S and 5S Series

 

Heads up to 80m with flows up to 120 LPM

 

7S Series

48m max head with max flow of 165 LPM

 

9S Series

60m max head with max flow of 240 LPM

 

 

Pentax now has a range of Italian made full stainless steel multistage horizontal pumps, impellors, diffusors and pump body are all made from high quality 304 grade stainless.

Ideal for rainwater tanks, shallow bore or domestic water supply.

When the tap is turned on the pump is automatically on. The pump shuts down when the tap is closed.

Different pump controls can be used from Presscontrols, mass press controls to pressure switch and tank set ups making them flexible to your own requirements.

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rainwater tank pump with float switch

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0.8hp Fully Automatic Multi Stage Rainwater Tank Pump

105 L/min

Bottom Intake multi stage rainwater tank pump

STOCK RUN OUT

Normally $390

Now only $290

The bottom intake pump can be used with an electronic switch for starting or stopping the pump. When the tap is opened and closed it adjusts the flow rate and pressure, keeping them constant. The switch automatically stops the pump in the absence of water.

This multistage bottom intake rainwater tank pump is manufactured in Stainless Steel and works well in low water levels. They are easy to dismantle for repair and cleaning. Available for manual or automatic operation with adjustable float switch. This single phase pump has a built in capacitor.

Ideal for rain water tanks, shallow bore / well or domestic water supply. Suitable for continuous duty. Closed and externally ventilated.

More information on this pump below

 
     
multistage rainwater tank pump used as a pressure pump

The Submersible pump with the float switch is designed to pump water until the water level is low and then it switches off. The tank is then refilled and the cycle continues.

The idea of including the 'pressure control switch' is to turn the pump on and off when the taps are turned on and off, just as a normal household pressure pump would.

Turning taps on and off:
The pressure control switch is used to turn the pump on and off automatically when the tap is turned on and off.

Tank water level:

The float switch monitors the water level in the tank.
When the tank is full, the float on the switch is standing vertically The ball in the float switch rolls towards the other end releasing the button on the micro switch and so the pump starts... if a tap is turned on at the time (when the 'Pressure Control Switch is included in the line). At this angle the switch will allow the pump to pump water.

When the water reaches a certain low level, the float switch valve will lay down horizontally on top of the water. When it is at the horizontal angle the ball presses down on the arm, which in turn via the lever presses the button on the micro switch, breaking a circuit and so the pump stops. This switches the pump off until the tank is refilled and the float switch is standing vertically again. Once the water level is restored, the float switch then resets itself and the pump will run once more.

By adjusting the amount of 'slack cable' to the float switch, determines when it will operate. In order for the float switch to work, it must be able to tilt up and down on the water surface with no obstructions.

 

 
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Inline constant Pressure System
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Variable Speed Controller
Variable Speed Controller

 
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