Energy saving magnetic Hybrid Pond Pumps are the latest in cost
efficient pond construction. Hybrid pond pumps can be found ranging
from 200 to over 6000 GPH in flow. These cost effective submersible
pond pumps utilize cutting edge technology in order to deliver large
volumes of water at very low costs. Hybrid magnetic drive pumps usually
consume less than one half the energy of the same capacity direct drive
pump. Energy saving Hybrid Pumps can provide your pond or water garden
with circulation while saving hundreds of dollars per year in
electricity costs. In areas with soaring electricity costs this savings
can be even greater. Hybrid pump technology has dramatically increased
in the last 5 years and this new breed of pumps have become part of an
ever increasing number of ponds and water gardens. The technology used
in the construction of magnetic drive pumps usually will also provide a
pump with a greater life span than a direct drive pump. Compared to an
equally rated direct drive pump the hybrid pumps may not yield the same
total head pressure. What this means is that when pumping to great
heights a direct drive pump will deliver more flow than a hybrid pump.
At low heights you will see virtually no difference between the flow
discharge of the Hybrid or a direct drive pump. Our recommendation is
that if your water feature requires a pump that raises the water 6-8
foot or less, you may have a great candidate for an energy saving
Hybrid magnetic drive pump.
Direct Drive Pond Pumps
Direct
Drive Pond Pumps
Direct Drive Pumps have been the mainstay of the pond and water garden
industry for the last decade. These pumps are powerful and generate a
high volume of flow even when pumping to heights greater than 6-10
foot. Most direct drive pumps are constructed from metal and are
heavier than their magnetic drive counterparts. Direct drive
submersible pond pumps are perfect for very long streams or very tall
waterfalls. The extra power they provide greatly adds to the visual
effects of larger water features. Of course with the higher flow volume
at greater heights comes a much higher energy cost. Direct drive pumps
typically consume 2 to 3 times the electricity of a similar capacity
hybrid magnetic drive pump. In areas with especially high electrical
rates these pumps may cost more to operate than the consumer is
comfortable with. Direct drive pumps are still the preferred pump of
most professional pond installers. That statistic however is changing
at a rapid pace. Direct drive pumps require a bearing and pump seals
that will eventually fail. In the experience of many pond installers
the direct drive pumps will fail at a faster rate than the comparable
flow hybrid pump.
NOTE: Direct drive pumps require a certain amount of back pressure in
order to operate at their capacity. This means that the pump actually
lasts longer and performs better when pumping to approximately one half
of its maximum lift capacity (head pressure). The use of a direct drive
pump on a ground level filter or stream will require a flow reducer to
prevent premature failure of the pump seals and bearings. For water
garden applications of less than 3 foot you should consider a magnetic
drive hybrid pond pump for savings and reduced wear on the pump.
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