Water pressure boosting pump - types and features of choice

The lack of pressure in the water supply system causes a number of problems - it is impossible to use sanitary ware comfortably, and some household appliances, such as washing machines, refuse to work at all. To solve this problem allows the pump to increase the pressure of water in the water supply. Below we take a closer look at the features and types of these devices.

When do you need a pump

So, the pump to raise the pressure in the water supply will solve the problem of poor pressure in the following cases:

• Water is available only on the lower floors of a multi-storey building..
• The pressure of water in the system is only enough for one source of consumption., for example, if one faucet is open, it is not possible to use another plumbing fixture at the same time.
• The system is insufficient set for the use of household appliances. For example, the above-mentioned washing machine works only at a pressure in the system of at least two atmospheres.

In other words, a pump to increase the pressure in the pipeline or even a self-priming powerful station is needed in cases where there is no stable pressure in the pipeline. Indeed, for many people this becomes a serious problem that reduces the comfort of living in an apartment or house.

Kinds

Conventionally, pumps for increasing the pressure of water in the water supply can be divided into two types:

• Household appliances;
• Powerful pumping stations.

Below is a detailed look at the features of devices of each type.

Household

Devices of this type are installed in the internal pipeline of an apartment or house. Therefore, the main requirement for them is compactness and noiselessness.

There are two ways to use these units:

I must say that the automatic option is more profitable, despite the fact that it is more expensive. This is due to the fact that during continuous operation the device overheats and quickly fails.

Therefore, long-term continuous operation of this equipment is contraindicated. In addition, the automatic device consumes much less electricity.

Tip! Permanent machines are an excellent option for use in one-time operations. For example, if it is necessary to stabilize the pressure after turning on the watering system. In this case, simply connect the device with your own hands to the outlet and turn it off after completion of watering.

By type of construction, domestic pumps increase the pressure of water in the water supply are divided into two types:

• Centrifugal - inside the housing there is an impeller, which, when rotated, displaces water from the center to the peripheral areas, and from there into the system. As a result of lowering the pressure in the center of the wheel, the device sucks water from the water supply.

• Vibration - in this case, the pumping of fluid into the pipes is carried out using a vibrating membrane, which initially sucks water from the water supply system, and after the inlet valve closes, pushes it out under a certain pressure.

It should be noted that the cost of vibrating apparatus is lower than centrifugal, however, they are less durable.

Pumping stations

Pumping stations, in essence, are the same centrifugal and vibratory pumps, but with a hydraulic tank or a hydroaccumulator connected to them. Their distinctive feature is that they are installed between the water supply and the water source, as a result of which they completely generate pressure in the system.

These devices are used in all systems of autonomous water supply. Therefore, if in the autonomous water supply system there are interruptions with pressure, then it is necessary either to completely replace the station with a more powerful one, or to replace only the pump in order to maintain the pressure in the water supply system with a more productive one.

In some cases, you can even improve the pressure in the autonomous water supply without changing anything. To do this, simply adjust the relay. This device is responsible just for the operation of the drive and the unit itself.

To make it clearer, consider the principle of the pumping station:

• The pump pumps water into the accumulator, and it does not work continuously, but only when the pressure in the accumulator falls below a specified minimum and until it rises to the maximum possible.
• Water from the tank enters the water supply.

Thus, to stabilize the head you need to increase the value of the minimum pressure using a relay.

Selection features

If you decide that you need a pump to increase the pressure in the water supply, before you buy the device, you should be familiar with the following selection rules:

• You need to purchase the device only from a trusted manufacturer. Cheaper options, for example, Chinese devices quickly overheat, with the result that their service life is severely limited. Therefore, it should be remembered that high-quality equipment is always expensive.
• The unit should not increase the pressure to more than four to five atmospheres, otherwise there is the likelihood of damage to the water supply. Therefore, the purchase of a super-power station is not always justified. If you can not independently calculate the required power of the device, you should seek the help of specialists. In specialized stores, this service is usually provided to customers for free.
• Included with the device should be detailed installation instructions in Russian.

Note! The durability of any equipment depends on the quality of installation. Therefore, if you are not confident in your abilities, it is better to seek help from a master.

As we can see, the rules for choosing a pump are quite simple. If you adhere to them, you can purchase a unit that will last for many years.

Conclusion

In many cases, using a pump is the only way to normalize the water pressure in a water supply system. However, it is necessary to approach his choice correctly, taking into account all the above nuances. Additional information on this topic can be found in the video in this article.