USK Surface Water Pump 1HP JET-100

Key Specifications and What They Mean:

• USK JET-100: This model designation indicates it’s a self-priming jet pump. Jet pumps use a venturi system to create a vacuum, allowing them to draw water from greater depths than traditional centrifugal pumps and to re-prime themselves more easily if the suction line loses water.
• Surface Water Pump: It’s designed to be installed above the water level, drawing water up through a suction pipe. It’s not a submersible pump.
• 1HP (Horsepower): This is the motor’s power output, equivalent to approximately 0.75 KW. This horsepower provides a strong balance of flow rate and pressure for various uses.

Typical Performance Specifications (based on common JET-100 1HP pumps):

• Maximum Head (Vertical Lift): Typically around 45 to 51 meters. This is excellent pressure, making it suitable for supplying water to multi-story buildings (e.g., 3-5 floors) or for pushing water over long distances.
• Maximum Suction Lift: A key advantage of jet pumps is their improved suction capability. While a standard maximum is often cited as 8-9 meters, jet pumps are generally more effective at drawing from wells or tanks with slightly lower water levels within this range compared to peripheral pumps.
• Maximum Flow Rate: Around 50 to 60 liters per minute (L/min), which translates to 3,000 to 3,600 liters per hour (3.0-3.6 m³/h). This is a good flow rate for a household with multiple water outlets or for small-scale irrigation.
• Inlet/Outlet Size: Commonly 1 inch x 1 inch. This is standard for domestic plumbing.
• Voltage: Single-phase 220V/230V AC (50Hz), compatible with standard household electricity in Kenya.
• Impeller: Typically brass (or bronze), known for durability and corrosion resistance.
• Pump Body: Often cast iron for robust construction.
• Motor Windings: Often specified as 100% copper winding for efficiency and longevity.
• Thermal Protection: Integrated thermal protection to prevent the motor from overheating.