Here we go over the difference between 115v and 230v pumps. For more information, wire sizing charts, and purchase information, please visit: www.rainbrothe...
When you say 150' away, that means TO the pump, correct? So 300' well would need 230v pump no matter how close the breaker panel is to the well? Thank you!
Yes, that would be total distance that the wire runs from panel to pressure switch to pump. If you’re over 150’ then, yes, it is going to be better to use a 230v motor
Thanks for the question. Can you clarify what you mean? If you mean, “Can I increase the horsepower of the pump in my well?”, then the answer is “yes, you can.”
115V and 110V are the same, for all intents and purposes. The size of the breaker depends on the size of the pump motor and how many amps it pulls at start up. Yes, it would be single phase
As long as you’re looking at a pump that has a 115V or 230V option for the same horsepower, that is correct. The same wattage would be used no matter the voltage.
Did you read the voltage coming in and out of your pressure switch with a multimeter? Pressure switches are rated for 115 or 230 v. Sometimes people wire pressure switches so that just one hot leg is broken by the switch
Depends on the pump. Our pumps are 2-wire pumps, which means that the start capacitor is internal to the pump, and you would use 2-conductor wire PLUS a ground (e.g., 12/2 or 10/2 with ground). If you have a 3-wire pump, that means that you’re going to have an external start box and you will need three conductors plus ground (e.g., 10/3 with ground)
It wouldn’t have been one of our pumps. It’s hard to picture what you mean but I would recommend consulting your owner’s manual or reaching out directly to the manufacturer
