Sewage Pumps Usage Explained
The main purpose of a sewage pump is to pump the sewage waste from a collection basin into the main sewer or septic line. Sewage pumps are most commonly used in cases when the plumbing system is installed in a lower area than the level of the main septic lines or sewer. They are also know as ejector pumps and they are designed to handle biodegradable waste and water and are suitable for pumping only a small amount of fibrous materials like cleaning wipes and toilet paper. Installing a sewage pump is usually not advisable for those households that have to pump a bigger amount of non-biodegradable waste. These pumps operate through float switches and once the amount of liquid rises inside the collection basin the switches active the pump.
Factors like performance, durability and size all have a major influence when choosing a pump that can meet the specific needs of your household. To ensure you choose the right one you should first understand the basic features of sewage pumps. The performance of these pumps is measured in horsepower and they are usually able to pump several thousand gallons of liquid per hour. The main feature that distinguishes the sewage pump from other models such drainage or sump pumps is its ability to pump larger solids and particles. While these pumps are not capable of pumping large volumes of waste and water at a time, they are made from durable materials and heavy-duty components making them highly resistant to even the harshest elements.
Sewage pumps are most often installed in basement bathrooms since the basement is located below the sewer line the pump is required to get the waste out of the house and into the sewer pumping system. For those households that don't have access to public sewers a sewage pumps can be installed as an integral part of a septic system. In this case the main function of the pump is to pump the waste fluids into the septic tank.
Choosing the right size of sewage pump is essential for the proper operation of the overall pumping system. The size you choose will depend on two main factors: the amount of sewage that is going to be pumped and the distance between the pump and the septic tank or sewer line. The amount of waste that is pumped is measured in gallons per minute (Gpm) and the pump's horsepower determines how much gallons of fluid are pumped.
