How to Protect a Deep Well Submersible Pump From Dry Running
2026-08-27
A deep well submersible pump must remain adequately submerged and supplied with enough water throughout operation. If the well cannot replenish water as quickly as the pump removes it, the dynamic water level may continue falling. Once the water reaches the pump intake, the unit can begin drawing ...
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How to Size a Power Cable for a Deep Well Submersible Pump
2026-08-25
Selecting a power cable for a deep well submersible pump involves more than matching a conductor to the motor’s rated power. The cable may run from a transformer or control panel across the site, down the complete depth of the well and through a permanently submerged connection to the motor leads. ...
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How to Size the Rising Main for a Borehole Pump?
2026-08-20
How to Size the Rising Main for a Borehole Pump The rising main is the vertical pipe that carries water from a submerged borehole pump to the wellhead. Selecting it may appear straightforward: connect a pipe to the pump outlet and extend it to the surface. In practice, the rising main affects pump ...
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Submersible Motor Cooling: When Does a Borehole Pump Need a Flow Sleeve?
2026-08-18
Submersible Motor Cooling: When Does a Borehole Pump Need a Flow Sleeve? A submersible motor operates underwater, but being submerged does not automatically guarantee adequate cooling. The motor generates heat whenever the pump is running. This heat must be transferred to water flowing along the ...
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6-Inch vs 8-Inch Borehole Pumps: How to Choose?
2026-08-14
6-Inch vs 8-Inch Borehole Pumps: How to Choose? Choosing between a 6-inch and an 8-inch borehole pump is not simply a matter of buying the largest unit that fits the well. The correct pump diameter depends on three essential checks: The complete pump assembly must pass through the narrowest part of ...
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