Water Master Solids Pumps Savio Water Master Solid Handling Pumps are our top-of-the-line model for professional use. These pumps can handle suspended debris and spherical solids up to 1.25", and 1.5" in diameter for the 5000 and 6500. The oil-less design makes them safe for use in environments with fish, plants, and other aquatic life. Perfect for continuous duty use in Skimmerfilters and pond filtration systems. Prior to leaving the factory, every single pump is subjected to testing to ensure reliable operation. The end product: a reliable design that provides an unbeatable combination of quality and low maintenance. Pumps are CSA-approved for use in the USA and Canada. Designed to easily pass solids up to 1 inch removing them from your pond. They will be deposited into your F100 Livingponds filter and then you can back wash them out! This makes pond maintenance a breeze. The Water Master solids pump is a direct drive pump with dual mechanical SIC seals and more pressure than the asynchronous pumps delivering more water for bigger, taller waterfalls! Oil-free design makes the Water Master Solids Pump safe for aquatic life. Water Master Solids Pumps Models Choosing the Right Pump for My Water Feature Pond type, head height, and friction loss all factor into the minimum pump size requirements. Pond Type: Water Garden, Few Small Goldfish: Circulate total pond water volume every 2 hours. Example: 2,000 GPH pump for 3000-gallon pond with 2" waterfall. Fish Pond, Several Small Fish: Circulate total pond water volume every 1 hour. Example: 3,800 GPH pump for 3000-gallon pond with 2" waterfall. Koi Pond, Several Large Fish: Circulate total pond water volume every 3/4 of an hour. Example: 5,500 GPH pump for 3000-gallon pond with 2" waterfall. Head Height: To calculate the head height, take the vertical height of your waterfall; the distance between where your pump is (typically in the skimmer) and where your waterfall is, and adding the static head pressure (pipe and fittings) 1' for every 10" of tubing and 1' for every elbow or "T" fitting. Example: 3' (vertical height) + 2.5 (25' of tubing) + 2' (for 2 elbows) = 7.5' of Dynamic Head Pressure Note: Head height is important to take into consideration due to the laws of fluid dynamics. Please refer to the flow chart above to help choose the correct pump. Hose Sizing Chart Choosing the Right Size Hose for My Water Feature When Sizing your Freeze Flex Pond Hose, make sure you choose a pipe that will not restrict the flow of your pump! If your hose is 1.5" and you buy a 6,000 GPH pump, your pipe will only allow 4,400 GPH to pass through it. You will be wasting money on electricity and paying for a stronger pump that will not give you the desired result. You will need to run an additional pipe or change your hose to get the desired flow rate! Many people expect to achieve greater flow by simply buying a larger pump. They do not realize that flow will not increase unless the tubing can also support this increase inflow. Please do not let this happen to you. Using the chart above, you will be able to easily determine the best size tubing for your pump size. Do not use pumps on an extension cord. They must be run on a dedicated 15 Amp GFI circuit. Water Master Solids Pumps Specifications Chart How Much Water is Held by My Water Feature? Rectangular Ponds Length x Width x Average Depth x 7.48 = Gallons Example: A rectangular pond that is 15’ long, 10’ wide and 1.5’ deep is... 15’ x 10’ x 1.5’ x 7.48 = 1683 Gallons Oval Ponds Length x Width x Average Depth x 0.8 x 7.48 = Gallons Example: An oval pond that is 15' long, 10' wide, and 1.5' deep is... 15' x 10' x 1.5' x .08 x 7.48 = 1346 Gallons Round Ponds Radius x Radius x Average Depth x 3.14 x 7.48 =Gallons Example: A round pond that has a 12' diameter and is 1.5' deep is... 6' x 6' x 3.14 x 1.5' x 7.48 = 1268 Gallons Streams Length x Width x 0.25 x 7.48 =Gallons Example: A stream that is 20' long, 3' wide, and 3" deep is... 20' x 3' x 0.25 x 7.48 = 112 Gallons Check Out Our Other Products! Water Master Clear Perfect high-quality pumps designed for high head waterfall features. Featuring a wear-resistant ceramic shaft, heavy-duty sealed bearings, and three lip seals, these pumps have a long life span and dependability that you can count on. Floating Fountains Anjon Floating Fountains are perfect for both aerating your water feature and projecting a beautiful display. Available in a variety of sizes, you are sure to find a fountain perfect for your application. Optional lighting add-ons. Savio2 Deep Water Aeration Pond aeration helps water circulation to help fish thrive. Savio2 Aeration helps prevent thermocline that can develop in a static pond. In summer months, Savio2 Aeration will allow fish to stay in deeper sections of the pond while in winter months keeping a hole in the ice to allow natural gasses to escape. Read more
