Water is pumped from a borehole using a submersible borehole pump. This pump is part of a larger system that ensures efficient water delivery.
The Borehole Pumping System
Here's a breakdown of the components and their roles:
- Submersible Borehole Pump (1): This pump is specifically designed to be submerged in the borehole and pushes water upwards.
- Check Valve (2): Prevents water from flowing back down the borehole when the pump is not running.
- Dry Running Protection (3): This feature protects the pump from damage if the water level in the borehole drops too low.
- Five-Way Fittings (4): These fittings serve as a central point for connecting various components of the pumping system.
- Pressure Gauge (5): Displays the current pressure in the system.
- Pressure Switch (6): Controls the pump, turning it on when the pressure drops and off when the desired pressure is reached.
- Pressure Tank (7): Maintains consistent water pressure in the system and reduces the frequency of pump starts.
System Assembly
The components are typically assembled as follows:
- The submersible borehole pump (1) is placed deep inside the borehole.
- The check valve (2) is installed above the pump to prevent backflow.
- Dry running protection (3) is connected to protect the pump.
- The five-way fittings (4) are attached to the pipeline and serve as the connection point.
- The pressure gauge (5) and pressure switch (6) are installed on the five-way fittings.
- The pressure tank (7) is connected into the system to ensure consistent water pressure.
This complete assembly forms a pressure booster pump, providing a reliable source of pressurized water.
