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Submersible Water Pumps

Submersible pumps are the most widely used type of water pump, designed to operate fully submerged in the liquid they are pumping. They are used across residential, commercial and industrial applications for water transfer, drainage, flo...

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From £49.99£41.66 (Exc VAT)
Type Submersible
Warranty Up to 3 Years
44 products
Tsurumi Pumps★ 5.0

Tsurumi OM5 Submersible Sump Pump

  • Manual and auto models available
  • Narrow float switch on auto model
  • Perfect for narrow sumps and chambers
£335.00 £279.17 (Exc VAT)
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Tsurumi Pumps

Tsurumi LSC 1.4S (Automatic) Puddle Pumps

  • Pumps as low as 1mm with sensor probes
  • Heavy duty automatic puddle pump
  • Used widely by hire, utilities and water companies
  • Adjustable vertical or horizontal outlet
£729.17 £607.64 (Exc VAT)
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Flood Protection Solutions

EGO 500 GI LS Submersible Puddle Pump | Dual Automatic and Manual | Low Level Pumping

  • Pumps down to just 1mm in manual mode for clean-water low-level-suction applications
  • Dual manual or automatic operation via mechanical float switch
  • Auto mode starts at 130mm, stops at 70mm
  • Flat-base low-suction body restricts inlet to 1mm (clean water only)
  • More affordable than the SE LS where electronic sensors aren't needed
£185.00 £154.17 (Exc VAT)
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EVAK

EVAK Residox 750 Manual Puddle Pump

  • Highest Flow Rate of Puddle Pump Range
  • 330 l/min flow, 16 m head, built for larger floods and uphill discharge
  • Stainless steel build, cast iron housing, Hytrel impeller
  • 2 mm free passage and surface-safe base
  • 110V or 230V, no priming required
£482.50 £402.08 (Exc VAT)
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EVAK

EVAK Residox 750 Automatic Puddle Pump

  • High-flow automatic puddle pump with integrated automatic sensor
  • Detects water at 3 mm (±1 mm) above the floor
  • Adjustable delays prevent rapid on/off cycling, protecting the motor
  • Plugs straight into 230V mains, no control panel required
  • Larger areas, deeper sumps, longer runs, uphill discharge
£582.50 £485.42 (Exc VAT)
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EVAK

EVAK Residox 400 Automatic Puddle Pump

  • Automatic puddle pump with integrated floor-level sensor
  • Detects water at 3 mm (±1 mm) above the floor
  • Adjustable delays prevent rapid on/off cycling, protecting the motor
  • Plugs straight into 230V mains, no control panel required
  • Full Residox 400 build, 250 l/min, 11 m head
£499.17 £415.98 (Exc VAT)
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Speroni

Speroni 304 Stainless Steel SXS Sewage Pump

  • Stainless drainage pump for sewage with fibrous waste
  • Handles water with fibrous material and suspended soft solids
  • Full 304 stainless steel construction
  • 50mm free passage, vortex impeller
  • Two sizes: SXS 1000 (0.75kW, 230V) or SXS 2000 (1.5kW, 400V)
£490.00 £408.33 (Exc VAT)
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Submersible Pumps:

Submersible Pumps: Versatile Pumps for Water Removal and Transfer

Submersible pumps sit directly in the water, allowing them to push water out rather than draw it in. This makes them more efficient, easier to use, and more reliable than surface-mounted alternatives in most situations.

They are used across a wide range of applications, including site drainage and construction dewatering, flood water removal, water transfer between tanks or areas, wells and boreholes, wastewater and sewage pumping, and ponds and water features.

Different submersible pumps are designed for different duties, so selecting the correct type is critical.

Sizing tool

Water Pump Performance Calculator.

Indicative only This calculator uses a simplified parabolic pump curve and the Hazen-Williams friction loss formula. Real pump curves vary by model. Results are a guide only. Always verify against your pump's published performance data and consult our team if you are unsure.
How to use this calculator
  1. Enter your pump's max flow rate and max head from the datasheet or product listing. These are the peak figures at either end of the pump curve: max flow at zero head, max head at zero flow.
  2. Select your hose or pipe type. Suction and delivery hose is the most common for portable pumps. Layflat hose is used for longer water transfer runs. Rigid PVC pipe is for fixed installations.
  3. Choose the diameter to match your pump outlet or the hose you intend to use.
  4. Enter the total length of your hose or pipe run in metres from pump outlet to discharge point.
  5. For rigid pipe, add any 90 degree bends using the counter. Each bend adds resistance equivalent to extra pipe length.
  6. Read the results. The calculator estimates your duty point: the flow rate and head your pump will likely deliver through that hose run. For longest pump life, aim for a duty point in the mid-curve range (roughly 40 to 70% of max flow).
Step 1: Your pump specification

Labelled "max flow" or "free flow" on the datasheet: the flow at zero back pressure

Labelled "max head" or "total head": the maximum height the pump can push water at zero flow

Step 2: Your hose or pipe

Suction / delivery hose

PVC reinforced, helix coil, smooth bore: max 6 bar working pressure

Vertical rise from pump to outlet. Enter 0 if pumping on flat ground

Results
Friction loss per 10 m
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m head / 10m
Total friction loss
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metres head
Head remaining after friction
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metres head
Estimated flow at duty point
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L/min (indicative)
Buying guide

All about submersible pumps.

The deeper read: types, how they work, performance, how to choose, flood use, key benefits, brands we stock, and UK delivery.

Types of Submersible Pumps

Submersible pumps are not a single product type. They vary significantly depending on the application, liquid type and performance required.

Clean Water Submersible Pumps. Used for water with little to no solids, such as tanks, pools, or light flood water.

Dirty Water Submersible Pumps. Designed to handle suspended solids and debris, making them suitable for site drainage and flood conditions.

High Flow Submersible Pumps. Built to move large volumes of water quickly, ideal for flood situations and large areas.

High Head Submersible Pumps. Use stacked impellers to generate higher pressure where water needs to be pumped over longer distances or heights.

Sewage Submersible Pumps. Designed for foul water containing solids and waste. These are used in drainage systems and below-ground installations.

How Submersible Pumps Work

A submersible pump consists of a sealed electric motor connected to an impeller within a watertight housing.

When powered, the motor spins the impeller, creating a pressure difference:

  • Low pressure at the inlet draws water into the pump
  • High pressure at the outlet pushes water away

Because the pump is already submerged, it does not need to prime and can begin pumping immediately.

Understanding Performance: Flow Rate and Head

Submersible pumps are rated based on two key performance factors:

  • Flow Rate (L/min or m³/hr): how much water the pump can move
  • Head Height (m): how high or far the pump can push water

These are linked. As head increases, flow rate decreases.

To size a pump correctly, both must be considered together using a performance curve.

Choosing the Right Submersible Pump

When selecting a submersible pump, consider:

What are you pumping? Clean water, dirty water, sewage or chemicals all require different pump designs.

How much water needs to be moved? Flow rate determines how quickly you can clear an area.

How far does the water need to go? Both vertical height and horizontal distance affect performance.

What power supply is available?

  • 110V (site use)
  • 230V (standard supply)
  • 3-phase (industrial/high performance)

Manual or automatic operation?

  • Manual pumps require switching on/off
  • Automatic pumps use float switches to activate when water rises

Submersible Pumps for Flood Use

Submersible pumps are one of the most effective tools for flood response. They are quick to deploy, reliable, and capable of moving large volumes of water.

They can also be installed permanently as part of a flood resilience system, where automatic pumps activate when water levels rise.

Key Benefits of Submersible Pumps

  • Operate directly in water (no priming required)
  • Quick to deploy and easy to use
  • Reliable in flood and drainage conditions
  • Wide range of types for different applications
  • Suitable for both temporary and permanent setups

Stocked Submersible Pumps from Leading Brands

We supply submersible pumps from trusted manufacturers including Tsurumi Pumps, APP Pumps, Stream Pumps and EVAK Pumps.

All pumps are selected based on real-world use in flood and drainage projects, with stock held in the UK for fast dispatch.

Large UK Stock, Ready for Dispatch

We hold significant stock of submersible pumps in our UK warehouse, with next-day delivery available to most areas.

If you are unsure which pump is right, we can help you narrow down the options based on your application.