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Old 12-07-2009, 06:30 PM
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All depends on the flow you're looking for through your sump and the total head loss. When selecting a pump for such an application, look for 'pressure' rated pumps. Most pump manufacturers offer these and virtually all will provide charts showing flow compared to head and the resulting curve. The specs will also include the maximum head pressure. Once that limit is reached, the flow is zero.

I'm planning a basement sump set up in the future and have already purchased a lightly used Panworld 150PS pump for the occasion. Good for up to 23 ft of head pressure. I should have approx 11 to 14 feet, depending on how it's eventually plumbed.
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