Utility pump from home depot?

[nemonick84]

Just got back from home depot....once again, and discovered this utility pump they had there for $64.95 CAD that was rated at 2000gph at 0 head, and 1400gph at 10' head. Just wondering if this shouldn't be used for some reason because it seems like a pretty good deal if it could work.
Nick
http://www.ridgid.com/Tools/TP-160-Utility-Pump/index.htm

 

[nemonick84]

Link doesn't seem to be working....just try cutting and pasting.

 

[smcdonn]

Hmmmm, I don't know what to tell you. Need to see if the internals are ok to use with salt. I would also like to know a wattage rating.

 

[nemonick84]

Being a utility pump I'm sure it's been designed to handle some pretty dirty water so I wouldn't imagine disolved salt would be a major concern. As far as the wattage goes I have no idea.....I'm pretty sure I remember seeing an amperage rating on the box of 2.5? Don't quote me on that though...
Thanks

 

[Racing1]

http://www.ridgid.com/Tools/TP-160-Utility-Pump/index.htm

Here is the link and I do not think this would work for saltwater. It probably does not have the right inner makings for saltwater. Looks like a sump pump to me. I also think it is not made to run continuously like the pumps for aquariums are.

 

[dwsindy]

I would concur with racing1 I don't believe these pumps are made for continuous duty. I had one a couple of years ago I used to pump water off of my pool cover and it got very hot after running for an hour or so.

 

[PatrickJ]

IMO, if you want a utility pump skip Home Depot, and go buy yourself a Iwaki, GenX, or BlueLine (PanWorld) pump.

Those are utility pumps.

 

[kjbudsberg]

My thoughts are along the same lines. Make sure there are no metal parts inside (especially on the impeller), then give it a try when you can keep an eye on it. I do recommend keeping another handy!!