Why it matters
The TS-100 mounts on the discharge pipe with a hose clamp and swings on an adjustable tether. Gold-plated contacts resist the pitting that wears out cheaper switches. It's rated 10 A at 120 VAC, normally open.
A 10 ft cord with a piggyback plug makes it a universal replacement for sump, sewage and effluent pumps.
Who it's for, and who should skip it
Good fit if
- Replacing a worn float
- Sewage and effluent pumps
- Wider pits
Look elsewhere if
- Narrow pits
- Pumps over 10 A
Pros and cons
Pros
- Gold-plated contacts
- Adjustable tether
- Mounting hardware included
Cons
- Needs room to swing
- 10 A maximum
- 10 ft cord
Limitations to weigh
- Check the switch's amp and horsepower rating against your pump's nameplate before plugging it in.
- Piggyback switches plug into the outlet and the pump plugs into them; set the pump's own switch to manual or remove it, per the pump maker.
- Check your pit diameter against the switch: vertical floats fit narrow pits, tethered floats need room to swing.
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 | Metal | Retailer |
|---|---|---|
| Product weight | 1.1 lb | Retailer |
| Voltage | 120 V AC | Retailer |
| Model number | TS-100 | Retailer |
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Final verdict
A well-made universal tethered float.
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