natgoats
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Hi, I'm getting ready to install a pump system in a new well.
Well stats: 3/4 gpm, 740 total depth, 120ft down static water level.
I think I'd like to start by installing the pump 300 ft down (with a cycle sensor or pump saver) and see what it's like living with that amount of storage. If necessary we'll go deeper/build a reservoir system.
Here are two pumps that I believe would meet my requirements. Obviously the grundfos is a lot more expensive. Does anyone have strong experiences/preferences towards or away from either? Or another pump entirely that you think would be better?
aquascience.net
aquascience.net
Then along with the pump, my shopping list is as follows. I'd love a second set of brains to check I haven't forgotten anything.
Threaded-to-barbed SS adaptor, SS pipe clamps, 300' of black poly pipe, 400' of 12G submersible wire, splice kit, electrical tape (to fasten wire to pipe), and well seal ( https://aquascience.net/6-x-1-abs-single-hole-submersible-well-seal-with-cable-seal ).
It is my understanding that the cycle stop valve and cycle sensor do different things so it would make sense to put both on?
It seems like y'all generally don't recommend a rope, the little plastic brackets that are meant to protect the wire from getting bumped up, or torque arrestors?
I'll be running the waterline and wire to the house through a larger pvc casing so it's less likely to get damaged and easier to pull/locate if necessary. I live in the south and will be building an insulated well house so I'm not doing a pitless.
For the plumbing inside the well house and to the (small) pressure tank and hose bib for testing could I just use PEX instead of PVC? Are there reasons I missing that make PVC a better choice?
I think that's everything.
Thanks in advance!
Well stats: 3/4 gpm, 740 total depth, 120ft down static water level.
I think I'd like to start by installing the pump 300 ft down (with a cycle sensor or pump saver) and see what it's like living with that amount of storage. If necessary we'll go deeper/build a reservoir system.
Here are two pumps that I believe would meet my requirements. Obviously the grundfos is a lot more expensive. Does anyone have strong experiences/preferences towards or away from either? Or another pump entirely that you think would be better?
Grundfos 5SQ07-320-230V, 5GPM, 3/4HP, 230V, 2 Wire, 96160135, 3" Stainless Steel Submersible Well Pump
•Powered by CentriPro Motors •Powered for Continuous Operation•Field Serviceable •Sand Handling Design•FDA Compliant Non-Metallic Parts •Discharge Head/Check Valve •Motor Adapter•Stainless Steel Casing •Hex Shaft Design•Engineered Polymer Bearings5 Year Limited Warranty
aquascience.net
Goulds 7CS10422C, 7GPM, 1HP, 230V, 2 Wire, 4" CS Series Submersible Well Pump
Goulds 7CS10422C Submersible Well Pump Experience the reliability and efficiency of the Goulds 7CS10422C Submersible Well Pump, designed to meet your water pumping needs with precision and durability. Manufacturer: Goulds Model Number: 7CS10422C...
aquascience.net
Then along with the pump, my shopping list is as follows. I'd love a second set of brains to check I haven't forgotten anything.
Threaded-to-barbed SS adaptor, SS pipe clamps, 300' of black poly pipe, 400' of 12G submersible wire, splice kit, electrical tape (to fasten wire to pipe), and well seal ( https://aquascience.net/6-x-1-abs-single-hole-submersible-well-seal-with-cable-seal ).
It is my understanding that the cycle stop valve and cycle sensor do different things so it would make sense to put both on?
It seems like y'all generally don't recommend a rope, the little plastic brackets that are meant to protect the wire from getting bumped up, or torque arrestors?
I'll be running the waterline and wire to the house through a larger pvc casing so it's less likely to get damaged and easier to pull/locate if necessary. I live in the south and will be building an insulated well house so I'm not doing a pitless.
For the plumbing inside the well house and to the (small) pressure tank and hose bib for testing could I just use PEX instead of PVC? Are there reasons I missing that make PVC a better choice?
I think that's everything.
Thanks in advance!
