Why it matters
The RL-SWJ50 bundle adds an M4-type low-pressure cut-off switch to Red Lion's 1/2 HP cast iron jet pump. If pressure drops 10 psi, as happens when the well runs dry, it shuts the pump off before it damages itself.
The pump delivers 12.6 GPM at 30 psi, runs on 115 or 230 V (factory set to 230 V) and self-primes after the first prime.
Who it's for, and who should skip it
Good fit if
- Wells that can run low
- Seasonal cabins
- Wells under 25 ft
Look elsewhere if
- Wells deeper than about 25 ft
- Homes without a pressure tank
- Owners who won't prime the pump
Pros and cons
Pros
- Low-pressure cut-off
- Dual voltage
- Self-priming after first prime
Cons
- 1/2 HP flow
- Factory set to 230 V
- Shallow wells only
Limitations to weigh
- Check whether your circuit is 115 V or 230 V before ordering; many well pumps are wired for 230 V.
- Prime the pump casing with water before the first start; jet pumps can't lift water until they're primed.
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 flow (maker) | 12.6 GPM | Retailer |
| Voltage | 115 V | Retailer |
| Horsepower | 1/2 HP | Retailer |
| Housing | cast iron | Retailer |
Alternatives worth comparing
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Final verdict
Worth it where the well might run dry.
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