What Type of Water Pump Do You Need
Find the best type of water pump for the tasks you need with this handy guide from Honda. Learn about different pump types and their capabilities here.
A water pump can come in handy for a lot of reasons, from draining a swimming pool to clearing up after a flood. Different pumping jobs will require different types of water pumps, from submersibles to surface pumps, engine-driven to sump pumps. Pressure, discharge head type and flow rate are also factors to consider. This guide is here to help you identify your tasks and choose the right Honda water pump to get the job done.
Know exactly what your pumping job requires
To know what type of water pump is required, you’ll first need to know what needs pumping and why. Think about:
- The volume of water to be pumped
- Whether that water will be clean or dirty, or contain debris or slurry
- The distance the water needs to travel
- Whether the water needs to be lifted higher
- The frequency or intensity with which the pump will need to be used
- Whether there is accessible mains power
- Whether the pump will need to be completely submerged
For example, if the task at hand is draining a swimming pool, tank or flooded basement, you will need a submersible pump. If you need to pump large volumes of water frequently or for an extended period of time, you’ll need an engine-driven pump. If you’re aiming to increase water pressure, you’ll need a booster pump.
What are the different types of water pumps?
There are many different types of water pumps – understanding the differences can help you pick the right pump for the job.
Lightweight & Portable Pumps
As the name suggests, these pumps are lightweight and easy to transport, making them ideal for smaller jobs around the home, such as draining ponds, watering the garden or light irrigation, and small water transfers. Compact design and an integrated carry handle give you the flexibility to transport your pump from one task to another with ease. These pumps can also be stored and operated at any incline without damage or compromise on efficiency.
High Flow Pumps
High-flow water pumps are designed for the fast movement of large volumes of water, ideal for tasks such as draining swimming pools. These types of pumps are mainly used for the drainage of clean water and are equipped to deal with some silt or sand. They can be used for clearing floodwater, on construction sites or farms, or for draining reservoirs. High flow pumps from Honda can drain around 1100 litres per minute, meaning it would take less than an hour and a half to drain an average-sized swimming pool.
Trash Pumps
If the water you need to drain is dirty, then a trash pump is probably the right tool for the job. These types of water pumps are equipped to handle dirty water with solids such as sand, silt and debris. Trash pumps are ideal for tasks like construction drainage or getting rid of debris-heavy floodwater, fitted with strainers to ensure nothing too big gets through, and are highly durable to minimise wear and tear from abrasives in the water.
Typical tasks and recommended pump types
The task you need to complete will determine which type of pump is best recommended for the job.
Watering gardens and small green spaces
For light garden tasks like watering the lawn and the flower beds, filling water containers and topping up ponds, a portable water pump may be the best option. Lightweight and easy to use, the WX10 and WX15 are ideal choices for gardeners, homeowners and boat owners. Powerful and efficient, yet super-compact and easy to carry from task to task.
Moving water uphill or across long distances
When moving water uphill or over long distances, a strong, steady flow is essential. For farming tasks such as moving water from one field to another, filling livestock troughs, and feeding irrigation lines, the WB20 and the WB30 from Honda will get the job done. Move up to 1100 litres of water a minute, fast and efficiently. These high-flow pumps have a larger discharge capacity for moving high volumes of water.
Emptying pools, tanks or large containers
To empty pools, tanks or large containers quickly, high flow water pumps like the WB20 and the WB30 are ideal. Not only can you drain up to 1100 litres in just one minute – these pumps are also designed to cope with slightly dirty water, straining out silt and sand effectively. Trusted reliability and long-term efficiency come as standard, even when pumping water with abrasives.
Draining muddy water, ditches or construction areas
Construction sites often require drainage of water that contains harsh abrasives like mud, sand, silt and other debris. Trash pumps from Honda, like the WT20 and WT30, have the capability to cope with these tasks without damage. The high-quality strainer removes larger debris, with a removable inspection cover for fast unclogging when required. The durability-centred design means you can count on these pumps having been built strong and made to last, even when handling solids.
Handling heavy debris or slurry water
Slurry water, debris-heavy floodwater, and farm waste channels need a water pump designed to resist abrasives and large particles. Honda’s WT20 and WT30 pumps strain out particles to ensure nothing bigger than 28mm gets through, maintaining water quality with excellent pumping and priming performance. The durable design resists abrasion even when the water is full of debris, and these pumps can shift as much as 1200 litres of water every minute.
Find your ideal Honda pump now
You should now know what type of task you have and which type of water pump is up to the job. Whether you need something lightweight and portable for household and garden tasks, or something that can handle the heavy lifting for you, there’s a Honda water pump to suit. And if you’re still not completely sure, the Help Me Choose tool lets you filter your search based on what you need.