Why it matters
This float plugs in piggyback style between the outlet and the pump and switches pumps up to 1/2 HP or 13 A at 120 VAC. Its microswitch is rated for more than a million cycles, in a non-corrosive polypropylene float.
The tether is adjustable for light to medium suspended solids, and it shuts the pump off when the water drops to protect against burnout.
Who it's for, and who should skip it
Good fit if
- Replacing a failed float
- Pumps up to 1/2 HP
- Sump and septic tanks
Look elsewhere if
- Narrow pits
- Pumps over 13 A
Pros and cons
Pros
- Piggyback plug
- 13 A rating
- Adjustable tether
Cons
- Needs room to swing
- Lesser-known brand
- Few install specs
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 | Polypropylene (PP) | Retailer |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions (seller) | 4.5"L x 3.25"W x 1.5"H | Retailer |
| Product weight | 12 ounces | Retailer |
| Voltage | 120 V | Retailer |
| Model number | SA-3100-3-RAW | Retailer |
| Switch | Piggyback float switch | Retailer |
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Final verdict
An easy piggyback replacement for most sump pumps.
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