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Irrigation is an important part of garden maintenance. Summer residents devote a lot of time and effort to this type of work. They come to the aid of various irrigation systems, which, by the way, effectively and stably supply water to the summer cottage. The pump for watering the garden is an invention that helps to solve many summer problems. Today we will look at different pump systems and try to decide which one to choose is better.
Description of pumps
So, there are several types of water pumps, which are classified based on the method of extracting water: a well, a well, a barrel or an open reservoir. Based on the above, there are two main types of water pumps: submersible and surface. Accordingly, surface devices will be chosen by those summer residents who extract water from the bottom of a well or well. Also, if the site is located near a river or pond. Such a pump is designed for pumping water from a depth of up to 10 meters.
Submersible water pumps are not as often used on the farm as surface ones. But if it happened and the water level in the well or well is below 10 meters, then this is the only correct option. Submersible pumps are designed to a depth of 40-80 meters. Not often summer residents choose this type of water supply because of the complex installation system.
But the easiest in terms of installation and installation is a barrel pump. A feature of such a system: water is pumped from a barrel or any container. The main thing is that the station does not overheat. According to the method of collection – homemade.
For those who do not like to water the garden or garden for a long time, there is an automatic or drip water pump. Such systems are equipped with a winding timer, which allows the owner of the summer cottage to stay away from him. You can build something like this yourself.
When choosing the type of device for your summer cottage, consider the quality of the water you will work with and the place where the water station is located. Small debris can ruin a device that is not intended for pumping water, for example, from a swamp. Often, springs require drainage filtration due to the low quality of the water.
Having considered the different types of water pumps, let’s talk about the two main ones – surface and submersible.
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Surface
This type of water pump is usually located on the surface of the earth, the water is supplied from a water intake hose. Hoses, in turn, pump water from a well or well. A metal pipe is attached to the other side. With such a water supply system, it is better not to use a hose made of rubber. Since rarefied air is formed in the hose, due to which the walls are compressed and the normal flow of water is disturbed. A big advantage of this system is the ease of installation. The unit must be placed on a flat, dry surface and then the hose must be connected. Another advantage is the powerful water supply, from one source you can water a large part of the garden. Their plus is that this type of system is self-made, you can not resort to the help of professionals. Surface pumps are also used for drip irrigation.
Submersible
Submersible devices are used if the water level in the source is below 10 meters. Such a machine is lowered below the water level of a well or river, and water enters the land through a conventional hose. Models of submersible pumps can push water up to 40 meters, and more complex ones up to 80.
Installation of such a system is not self-made and without the help of professionals it will be difficult to cope. Also, as with dismantling, you will need the help of a specialist. During the winter, the system must be removed if it is not to be used. There are two types of submersible water devices: vibration and centrifugal. The first is more accessible, but will not work in dirty water bodies (swamps). Centrifugal, on the other hand, carries out the flow of water thanks to the blades and wheels. Due to the strength of the action, dirty water is not a hindrance. Accordingly, the price of such a pump will be several times higher.
How do they work
In order not to make a mistake in choosing a water machine, consider their classification according to the principle of operation.
The first type is vortex. This type of pump works only in pure sources. In the vortex water supply system, a lot of pressure is created, which is why a powerful pressure. The disadvantage of this type may not be a high efficiency of 45% and the presence of annoying noise.
The second type is centrifugal. They can be surface or submersible. Water is pumped by centrifugal force. They can serve for a long time, do not bring inconvenience and can pump water from reservoirs of any degree of pollution. Suitable for drip irrigation. Disadvantages: high price and difficult to install.
The third type of work is vibrational. The suction of water is carried out due to vibration. The principle of operation of this type of pump is similar to a submersible one, but there are nuances that must be taken into account. The vibration pump can quickly break down if the water in the well or any container is heavily contaminated. It is used in clean reservoirs, excluding the presence of silt.
Water pumps are also divided according to the method of supply. For example, a dependent power source is the best option for drip irrigation of a plot or garden. They work directly from the network. But autonomous or gasoline pumps work without a network, which simplifies garden work. But such power systems are much more expensive.
How to choose
First of all, you can consult with the seller in the store or a gardening consultant. Before you understand which pump to choose, you can and should analyze the source of water. For a well, pond or drip irrigation, you can use different types of surface devices.
But if you do not know how to determine the appropriate type of pump, consider the following criteria:
- the state of the well fluid at the bottom of the well is the most important criterion;
- required temperature for different types of crops. If the water comes from any container or drip irrigation system, make sure the water station is at the right temperature;
- system length. To do this, you can make special measurements. This is done so that the hose coming from the bottom of the well or with a drip irrigation system is of the right length and reaches the beds;
- the degree of pressure of the water supply system. It is taken into account both with a drip irrigation system and from a well;
- the size of the suburban area;
- the difference in height of the place where the pump is located relative to the site. So, with a drip irrigation system or from the bottom of a well, interruptions may occur.
When choosing the right system, consider all of the above factors. You can resort to the help of a professional, you can independently install a water pump. With such a variety of systems today, this is not a problem.
Video “Vibration pump. Review and repair”
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