Why it matters
The SEC050V is a 1/2 HP cast iron ejector with an oil-filled motor, rated at up to 6,000 GPH and 27 ft of lift. Its integrated vertical float starts it at 14.5 in and stops it at 6.3 in, and a piggyback plug allows manual running.
A vortex impeller passes 2 in solids through the 2 in NPT discharge. Thermal overload protection shuts it off if it overheats or runs dry. Acquaer says not to use it in septic tanks.
Who it's for, and who should skip it
Good fit if
- Basement sewage pits
- Narrower basins
- Budget installs
Look elsewhere if
- Clean-water sump pits (a sump pump is cheaper)
- Septic tanks unless the maker allows it
- DIY installs where code requires a plumber
Pros and cons
Pros
- Vertical float
- 2 in solids
- Low price
Cons
- Lesser-known brand
- Not for septic tanks
- Professional install usually
Limitations to weigh
- Sewage pumps need a sealed, vented basin, usually 18 in or wider; size the basin to the pump's switch range.
- Sewage and grinder installations usually need a licensed plumber and a sealed, vented basin to meet code.
Specifications
Every figure below comes from the source shown in brackets. Where the maker doesn't state something, we say so instead of estimating.
| Material | Cast Iron | Retailer |
|---|---|---|
| Max head / lift (maker) | 27 ft | Retailer |
| Voltage | 115 V AC | Retailer |
| Horsepower | 1/2 HP | Retailer |
| Model number | SEC050V | Retailer |
| Switch | Vertical float switch | Retailer |
| Housing | cast iron | Retailer |
Alternatives worth comparing
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Final verdict
Good value where a vertical float fits better.
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