{"product_id":"pulaco-pl-1500-submersible-water-pump","title":"PULACO Submersible Pump with Tubing, 400 GPH, 5 ft tubing","description":"\u003cp\u003eIt reaches a maximum flow of 400 GPH and lifts water up to 6.6 ft, so a filter outlet below that height stays within reach. A flow valve on the pump lets you set the rate yourself instead of taking the full output.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePL-1500\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eColour\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlack\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eStyle\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e400GPH\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSize\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e400 GPH\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlastic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eItem dimensions (L x W x H)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12 x 7 x 9 cm (4.7 x 2.8 x 3.5 in)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eItem weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e680 g (1.5 lb)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eIncluded components\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003epump\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaximum flow rate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e400 GPH\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaximum lift\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6.6 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTubing material\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSilicone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTubing length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHow the pump is set up and adjusted\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe pump goes in the water, and the flow rate is set with the adjustable valve before it runs. If the silicone tubing arrives with a kink, stretch it and lay it flat for several hours, after which it returns to its normal shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCleaning the pump takes no tools, because the body comes apart by hand for that job. Once reassembled, the pump supplies a continuous, stable flow while it runs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat the 400 GPH output and 6.6 ft lift mean\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 400 GPH figure is the highest flow the PL-1500 reaches, and that number falls off as water has to be pushed upward. 6.6 ft is the maximum lift, so any outlet placed above that height is beyond what the pump can raise water to.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe adjustable flow valve trims the output down from the full 400 GPH to the rate you want.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater can be pushed up to 6.6 ft, which covers an outlet mounted below that height.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe pump body separates without tools, so the impeller area can be reached for cleaning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe silicone tubing in the box can be straightened after kinking by stretching it and leaving it flat for several hours.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe 9 cm (3.5 in) height and 680 g (1.5 lb) weight are the figures to check against the space in a tank or basin.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDoes it fit your tank, pond or water feature?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA medium fish tank is what the pump is intended for, so a small nano tank or a very large tank sits outside the stated size. Beyond the tank, the manufacturer names small ponds, fountains, water spring artworks, gardens, aquaponic systems and aquaculture among the places it suits.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCheck the height first: water cannot be raised more than 6.6 ft, so measure from the pump's position to the top of the outlet. The pump measures 12 x 7 x 9 cm (4.7 x 2.8 x 3.5 in) and weighs 680 g (1.5 lb), which is the space it needs where it sits. For a garden or pond above that lift, this pump does not suit the job.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuestions before you buy\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow high can this pump push water?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt lifts water up to 6.6 ft, which is the maximum head height. An outlet placed above 6.6 ft cannot be reached by the pump.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat size tank is it meant for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe pump is intended for medium fish tanks. Small ponds, fountains, gardens, aquaponic systems and aquaculture are also listed as suitable uses.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan I turn the flow down?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, an adjustable flow valve sets the flow rate below the 400 GPH maximum.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow do I clean the pump?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe pump can be disassembled and cleaned without tools, so the parts come apart by hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat do I do if the tubing is kinked?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eStretch the silicone tubing and leave it flat for several hours, and it returns to its normal shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat is in the box?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe pump comes with tubing: 5 ft of silicone tubing. The pump itself is the PL-1500 in black, measuring 12 x 7 x 9 cm and weighing 680 g.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PULACO","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44478641242175,"sku":null,"price":43.19,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0678\/2409\/1199\/files\/pulaco-submersible-pump-400-gph.jpg?v=1794739913","url":"https:\/\/dogjointly.com\/products\/pulaco-pl-1500-submersible-water-pump","provider":"DogJointly","version":"1.0","type":"link"}