Condensate Pumps
Condensate pumps are usually centrifugal pumps that are found in hydronic systems and powered by electricity. They are commonly used in domestic, commercial and industrial settings. Explore condensate pumps.
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Condensate pumps for heating and cooling
Condensate pumps are found in domestic heating systems. However, they are commonly used in air conditioning systems and to condensate steam in large commercial settings. In industrial environments, condensate may contain impurities if chemicals are being used so it must be treated with care.
Boiler condensate pumpsÂ
Condensate is formed in boilers due to the temperature difference between the flue and the boiler. Boiler condensate pumps have the following features:
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Thermal overload and high-level alarms fitted
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Controlled using a floating switch system to turn the pump on when condensate reaches a set level in the tank and discharge the liquid to a sufficient level
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Prevent any condensate from returning back to the pump
Air condensation pumps
Air condensation pumps use similar principles to the boiler pump and are used in air conditioning systems. Some of their features include:
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Suitable for large commercial systems
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Prevents impurities in the condensation from circulating through the air conditioning system
What is a condensate pump?
A condensate pump removes any excess water that collects in heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) systems. The water usually collects in a tray where a condensate pump collects and disposes of the liquid collected through condensation.
How does a condensate pump work?
Condensate pumps have a reservoir or tank where condensation is collected. This water will then raise a float switch to turn the pump on and push out the water through a discharge line. The pump runs until the water is lowered back to a level where the float turns the pump off.
Popular condensate pump manufacturers
Condensate pumps are ideal when condensate water can not drain out of a building naturally. We stock quality condensate pumps from Grundfos and Saniflo for a range of applications.Â
The Grundfos range includes Conlift1, Conlift2 and Conlift2 pH+ multi-use condensate pumps. Meanwhile, Saniflo offer a variety of condensate pumps for boilers, refrigeration and air conditioning units.
Condensate pumps from Anchor Pumps
Ideal for a range of applications, condensate pumps are widely used in HVAC systems to automatically remove excess water formed through condensation.
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