Dirty Water Submersible Pump
Dirty water submersible pumps for muddy, sandy, and mildly contaminated water: vortex impeller, float switch, and stainless steel casing models. Select by solids handling capacity.
Products (51)
Einhell GC-DP 3325 Dirty Water Drainage Submersible Pump, 9.5 m³/h, 6 m – $56.00
Einhell GE-DP 6935 A ECO Dirty Water Drainage Submersible Pump, Adjustable Level Sensor, 9 m, 17.5 m³/h – $196.49
Grundfos UNILIFT AP12.40.08.3 Stainless Steel Dirty Water Drainage Submersible Pump, 380V – $629.49
Grundfos Unilift KP150-A-1 Stainless Steel Dirty Water Drainage Submersible Pump – $319.70
Leo XKS-410PW Float Switch Wastewater Submersible Pump, 233 L/min, 7 m – $76.02
Leo XKS-550SW Stainless Steel Wastewater Submersible Pump, 166 L/min, 6 m – $111.76
Nortek DP-S 400 Open-Fan Plastic Drainage Submersible Pump (Lightly Dirty Water), 400 W, 220V – $102.60
Nortek KRZ 220 Cooling Jacket Industrial Wastewater Submersible Pump, 2 HP, 380 V – $1,080.72
Nortek ROD 100-Ton Drainage Submersible Pump, 1 HP, 220V – $205.20
Sumak SDF 15/1.5 Dirty Water Submersible Pump, Single-Phase (220V), 1.5 HP – $617.28
Sumak SDF 15Y Dirty Water Drainage Submersible Pump with Float Switch, 20 m Head, 14 m³/h, 10 m Cable – $411.55
Sumak SDF 20/2 INOX All-Stainless Steel Dirty Water Submersible Pump, 220 V, 2.2 HP, 16.5 m – $1,055.15
Sumak SDF 20/2 Y Stainless Steel Casing Dirty Water Submersible Pump, 220V, 2.2 HP, 23 m – $853.14
Sumak SDTV 30/2.5 Z Jacket-Cooled Submersible Pump, Three-Phase, 380 V, 3 HP – $1,459.32
Sumak SDTY 75/2 Lightly Dirty Water Submersible Pump, Three-Phase, 380 V – $2,058.25
Taifu GP 400 Dirty Water Drainage Submersible Pump, 9.5 m³/h, 7 m – $87.14
Troy (Sumak Pompa) HD 1300/2 Dirty Water Sewage Submersible Pump, Stainless Steel Float Switch, Open Impeller, 750 W – $175.58
Water Sound Plastic Body Drainage Pump, Handles Solids Up to 3 mm, 11 m, 18 m³/h – $137.89
Water Sound QSB-JH-550B122 Dirty Water Drainage Submersible Pump, Plastic Casing, Hidden Float, 7 m, 11 m³/h – $102.06
Water Sound V1100DF Cutter-Type Dirty Water Transfer Drainage Submersible Pump, 7.5 m Head, 15 m³/h – $231.47
Water Sound V250F Dirty Water Transfer Vortex Drainage Submersible Pump, 7 m Head, 9 m³/h – $126.61
Wilo Drain 10.7 Lightly Soiled Water Drainage Submersible Pump, 10 m Cable, Float Switch, 8 m, 9 m³/h, 220 V – $129.14
Wilo Drain Compact Slightly Dirty Water Drainage Submersible Pump, Hidden Float Switch, 5 m Cable, 8 m, 13 m³/h, 220V – $230.16
Wilo Rexa MINI3-V04.9M Lightly Soiled Water Drainage Submersible Pump with Float Switch, 8 m, 18 m³/h, 220V – $538.66
Brands: Einhell · Grundfos · Leo · Nortek · Sumak · Taifu · Troy (Sumak Pompa) · Water Sound · Wilo
What does a dirty water submersible pump do?
Dirty water submersible pumps are used to drain water containing suspended solids, sand, or mud. The most common applications include muddy water accumulated after flooding, groundwater at excavation and construction sites, car park and garage drainage sumps, wash-down areas, and industrial process water. Their difference from clean water pumps is the use of wider-passage impellers and more durable materials.
The advantage of a vortex impeller
In vortex impeller pumps, the impeller is recessed inside the casing. Because the water is carried by the vortex created by the impeller, solid particles come into less contact with it. This design reduces the risk of clogging and wear, extending pump life especially in sandy and fibrous water. Although efficiency is slightly lower than open impeller models, reliability is more important in dirty water applications.
What to look for when selecting
- Solids handling: Should be selected according to the size of the largest particle in the water.
- Casing material: Plastic casing is lightweight; stainless steel resists corrosion; cast iron casing is for heavy-duty use.
- Cooling jacket: Jacketed models that cool the motor even when the water level is low stand out in industrial applications requiring long-duration and continuous operation.
- Float switch: If automatic operation is desired, choose a float switch model or add a separate level float switch.
Frequently asked questions
Can a dirty water pump handle sewage?
It may be suitable for mildly contaminated gray water; for water containing toilet waste, a sewage or cutter submersible pump should be used.
Why does a pump wear out quickly in sandy water?
Sand is abrasive and gradually wears down the impeller and casing surfaces. Choosing a vortex impeller model and keeping the pump above the sand layer at the bottom reduces wear.
Can a dirty water pump be used with clean water?
It can. However, if only clean water will be pumped, clean water pumps delivering higher efficiency at the same power are more advantageous in terms of energy consumption.
What hose should be used with a dirty water pump?
Choose a flat or spiral hose of the same diameter as the pump's outlet that is resistant to kinking. A narrow hose both reduces flow rate and can cause solid particles to get stuck inside the hose.
What happens if the pump gets stuck in mud?
The impeller and inlet screen clog so the pump cannot discharge water, and the motor may also overheat. Placing the pump on a base plate or suspending it on a chain reduces this risk.