What is an Air Operated Submersible Pump?
You can buy an air operated submersible pump online through By Pumps Direct. But it's important to consider if it's the right pump for your needs.
Our useful blogs help you determine which pump will be suitable for your requirements. As part of our blog series, our team want to make your experience on Buy Pumps Direct smooth and easy. This blog will focus on the multiple applications of the air operated submersible pump. But just what is an air operated submersible pump? And when are they used?
How Does an Air Operated Submersible Pump Work?
Air operated submersible pumps are brilliant for situations where your pump must work while covered by a fluid, often water. These pumps can be completely submerged without delay or effects on performance. In fact, this is the environment they have been designed for!
Also known as pneumatic submersible pumps, these pumps operate by creating a pressure to transport liquid out of a submerged environment. They are completely air driven, using compressed air in order to move fluids. This means they do not require an intake valve which reaches up to the surface.
What is great about our air operated submersible pumps, is that they are compact. Due to their size, they can be easily lowered through narrow openings such as a hatch or hole. They can pump down to 22mm and can even transport fluids containing solids up to 3mm in size. With an inbuilt lubrication system, our air operated submersible pumps have reduced wear and tear, resulting in longevity and reliability.
Where Are Air Operated Submersible Pumps Used?
Air operated submersible pumps have a variety of applications. They also produce no electrical spark, making them ideal for environments where a spark could ignite surrounding materials such as in a coal mine. Buy Pumps Direct customers regularly purchase our submersible pumps to:
- Drain water logged areas
- Empty ballast tanks
- Drain cargo holds
- Assist sump drainage
Air operated submersible pumps are fantastic options for construction, mining, ship drainage, and even home use after flooding. At Buy Pumps Direct, we offer only the best industry leading brands so that you can be confident in your purchase.
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