Pressure pumps boost weak municipal pressure, or pump water from a JoJo tank, rainwater tank or borehole storage tank to the house and garden. Choose from compact peripheral pumps (QB60, QB70, QB80), CPM centrifugal pumps, self-priming jet pumps and twin-impeller 2CPM pumps from 0.37kW to 2.2kW, from R1,523. Add a pressure tank and pressure switch, or buy a ready-made booster pump combo.
Not sure what size you need? Read our booster pump size guide.
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Frequently asked questions
How do I choose a pressure pump?
Choose by the flow you need (number of taps open at the same time) and the pressure you want, normally 2.5 to 3.5 bar for a home. Add the height from the pump to the highest tap. Most homes use 0.75 kW to 1.1 kW.
Can a pressure pump run during load shedding?
Yes, if it is connected to an inverter or backup power. A VSD or permanent magnet pump uses much less power and is the best choice for solar and inverter systems.
Why does my pressure pump keep switching on and off?
Usually a flat or failed pressure tank bladder, a leaking non-return valve or a small leak in the plumbing. Check the tank air pressure first; it should be about 0.2 bar below the pump cut-in pressure.
How to choose a pressure pump
Three things decide the right pump: where the water comes from, how many taps run at once, and how much pressure you want.
- Tank or JoJo at ground level: a centrifugal pump such as the CPM range works well.
- Water below the pump (a well, sump or low tank): choose a self-priming jet pump, which can draw water up from a few metres below.
- High pressure for double-storey homes or long garden lines: a twin-stage pump gives more head.
A 0.37kW to 0.75kW pump suits most homes with one to three bathrooms. Larger houses, irrigation or several showers at once need 1.1kW or more.
Switching the pump on and off
Every pressure pump needs a control. An automatic flow controller is compact and quick to fit. A pressure switch with a pressure tank is very robust and reduces how often the pump starts. Most of our booster pump combos come pre-assembled with an automatic flow controller, wiring and plug, ready to connect.
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