Dewatering Pumps Centrifugal Pumps
Last Updated: April 1, 2025
Description
Dewatering centrifugal pumps are designed to remove water from a particular area, effectively reducing water levels. These pumps are essential in managing water accumulation in various environments, ensuring that areas remain dry and safe.
Working Principle
Centrifugal pumps operate by converting rotational energy, typically from a motor, into energy in a moving fluid. The process involves the fluid entering the pump impeller along or near to the rotating axis and being accelerated by the impeller, flowing radially outward into a diffuser or volute chamber, from where it exits. This mechanism allows the pump to efficiently move large volumes of water, making it particularly useful for dewatering purposes.
Applications
Dewatering centrifugal pumps are commonly used in construction sites to remove accumulated water, ensuring that the work area remains dry and safe for operations. They are also employed in mining operations to manage water ingress, preventing flooding and maintaining operational efficiency. Additionally, these pumps are used in municipal settings for flood control and in agricultural fields to manage irrigation and drainage.
Advantages over other Centrifugal Pumps
Dewatering pumps are specifically designed to handle large volumes of water efficiently, making them more suitable for applications where rapid water removal is necessary. Their design often allows for the handling of water with some solid content, which can be advantageous in environments where debris is present.
Limitations
One limitation of dewatering centrifugal pumps is their reduced efficiency when handling fluids with high solid content or high viscosity, as they are primarily designed for water. Additionally, they may not be suitable for applications requiring high-pressure output, as their design focuses on volume rather than pressure.
Considerations
When selecting a dewatering centrifugal pump, it is important to consider the initial cost and the operating expenses, as these can vary significantly depending on the pump's capacity and design. Durability is another key factor, as pumps used in harsh environments need to withstand wear and tear. Maintenance and replacement costs should also be evaluated, as regular servicing is necessary to ensure optimal performance and longevity of the pump.
from Gorman-Rupp Pumps
02F1-GL Self Priming Pump [See More]
- Pump Type: Dewatering Pump; Water Pump
- Pump Housing Material: Aluminum; Aluminum
- Discharge Size: 2.000
- Power Source: PTO
from Vaughan Co., Inc.
Flooding is one of the most common and destructive severe weather occurrences in the United States. Water and wastewater treatment facilities in storm-prone regions are especially susceptible to the impacts of floods and these impacts can have rippling effects that cause long-term issues. Even in... [See More]
- Pump Type: Dewatering Pump
- Power Source: AC; Gasoline or Diesel Engine
- Pump Housing Material: Stainless Steel; Galvannealed Steel
- Media: Flood water
from Gorman-Rupp Pumps
02F1-GR Self Priming Pump [See More]
- Pump Type: Dewatering Pump; Water Pump
- Pump Housing Material: Aluminum; Aluminum
- Discharge Size: 2.000
- Power Source: PTO
from Gorman-Rupp Pumps
03H1-GL Self Priming Pump [See More]
- Pump Type: Dewatering Pump; Water Pump
- Pump Housing Material: Aluminum; Aluminum
- Discharge Size: 3.000
- Power Source: PTO
from Gorman-Rupp Pumps
03H1-GR Self Priming Pump [See More]
- Pump Type: Dewatering Pump; Water Pump
- Pump Housing Material: Aluminum; Aluminum
- Discharge Size: 3.000
- Power Source: PTO
from Gorman-Rupp Pumps
03H3-GL Self Priming Pump [See More]
- Pump Type: Dewatering Pump; Water Pump
- Pump Housing Material: Ductile Iron
- Discharge Size: 3.000
- Power Source: PTO
from Gorman-Rupp Pumps
03H3-GR Self Priming Pump [See More]
- Pump Type: Dewatering Pump; Water Pump
- Pump Housing Material: Ductile Iron
- Discharge Size: 3.000
- Power Source: PTO
from Gorman-Rupp Pumps
04E1-GA Self Priming Pump [See More]
- Pump Type: Dewatering Pump; Water Pump
- Pump Housing Material: Aluminum; Aluminum
- Discharge Size: 4.000
- Power Source: PTO
from Gorman-Rupp Pumps
04E1-GHH Self Priming Pump [See More]
- Pump Type: Dewatering Pump; Water Pump
- Pump Housing Material: Aluminum; Aluminum
- Discharge Size: 4.000
- Power Source: PTO
from Gorman-Rupp Pumps
06C1-GA Self Priming Pump [See More]
- Pump Type: Dewatering Pump; Water Pump
- Pump Housing Material: Aluminum; Aluminum
- Discharge Size: 4.000
- Power Source: PTO
from Gorman-Rupp Pumps
06C1-GAR Self Priming Pump [See More]
- Pump Type: Dewatering Pump; Water Pump
- Pump Housing Material: Aluminum; Aluminum
- Discharge Size: 4.000
- Power Source: PTO
from Gorman-Rupp Pumps
06C1-GHH Self Priming Pump [See More]
- Pump Type: Dewatering Pump; Water Pump
- Pump Housing Material: Aluminum; Aluminum
- Discharge Size: 4.000
- Power Source: PTO
from Gorman-Rupp Pumps
06C3-GHH Self Priming Pump [See More]
- Pump Type: Dewatering Pump; Water Pump
- Pump Housing Material: Ductile Iron
- Discharge Size: 4.000
- Power Source: PTO
from Gorman-Rupp Pumps
06D1-GA Self Priming Pump [See More]
- Pump Type: Dewatering Pump; Water Pump
- Pump Housing Material: Aluminum; Aluminum
- Discharge Size: 4.000
- Power Source: PTO
from Gorman-Rupp Pumps
06D1-GAR Self Priming Pump [See More]
- Pump Type: Dewatering Pump; Water Pump
- Pump Housing Material: Aluminum; Aluminum
- Discharge Size: 4.000
- Power Source: PTO
from Gorman-Rupp Pumps
06D1-GHH Self Priming Pump [See More]
- Pump Type: Dewatering Pump; Water Pump
- Pump Housing Material: Aluminum; Aluminum
- Discharge Size: 4.000
- Power Source: PTO
from Gorman-Rupp Pumps
06D17-GAR Self Priming Pump [See More]
- Pump Type: Dewatering Pump; Water Pump
- Pump Housing Material: Aluminum; Aluminum
- Discharge Size: 4.000
- Power Source: PTO
from Gorman-Rupp Pumps
06D3-GHH Self Priming Pump [See More]
- Pump Type: Dewatering Pump; Water Pump
- Pump Housing Material: Ductile Iron
- Discharge Size: 4.000
- Power Source: PTO
from Gorman-Rupp Pumps
12D-GX160 Self Priming Pump [See More]
- Pump Type: Dewatering Pump; Water Pump
- Pump Housing Material: Aluminum; Aluminum
- Discharge Size: 2.000
- Power Source: Gasoline or Diesel Engine; Gasoline Engine
from Gorman-Rupp Pumps
12D1-GX160 Self Priming Pump [See More]
- Pump Type: Dewatering Pump; Water Pump
- Pump Housing Material: Aluminum; Aluminum
- Discharge Size: 2.000
- Power Source: Gasoline or Diesel Engine; Gasoline Engine
from Gorman-Rupp Pumps
12E1-GX160 Self Priming Pump [See More]
- Pump Type: Dewatering Pump; Water Pump
- Pump Housing Material: Aluminum; Aluminum
- Discharge Size: 2.000
- Power Source: Gasoline or Diesel Engine; Gasoline Engine
from Gorman-Rupp Pumps
13D-GX270 Self Priming Pump [See More]
- Pump Type: Dewatering Pump; Water Pump
- Pump Housing Material: Aluminum; Aluminum
- Discharge Size: 3.000
- Power Source: Gasoline or Diesel Engine; Gasoline Engine
from Gorman-Rupp Pumps
13D-L70W FT4 S/G Self Priming Pump [See More]
- Pump Type: Dewatering Pump; Water Pump
- Pump Housing Material: Aluminum; Aluminum
- Discharge Size: 3.000
- Power Source: Gasoline or Diesel Engine; Diesel Engine
from Gorman-Rupp Pumps
13D-L70W FT4 Self Priming Pump [See More]
- Pump Type: Dewatering Pump; Water Pump
- Pump Housing Material: Aluminum; Aluminum
- Discharge Size: 3.000
- Power Source: Gasoline or Diesel Engine; Diesel Engine
from Gorman-Rupp Pumps
13D1-GX270 Self Priming Pump [See More]
- Pump Type: Dewatering Pump; Water Pump
- Pump Housing Material: Aluminum; Aluminum
- Discharge Size: 3.000
- Power Source: Gasoline or Diesel Engine; Gasoline Engine
from Gorman-Rupp Pumps
13D1-L70W FT4 S/G Self Priming Pump [See More]
- Pump Type: Dewatering Pump; Water Pump
- Pump Housing Material: Aluminum; Aluminum
- Discharge Size: 3.000
- Power Source: Gasoline or Diesel Engine; Diesel Engine
from Versa-Matic Pump Co.
For a pump that handles mud, leaves, sand, and any solid up to 1.5" without clogging, get the SludgeMaster ™ air-driven high-flow pump. This trash pump operates at up to 300 gpm —our highest flow rate — runs on compressed air for continuous power supply. Weighing just 59 lbs, the... [See More]
- Pump Type: Dewatering Pump; Submersible Pump; Sump Pump; Water Pump
- Discharge Pressure: 28.0
- Liquid Flow: 300.00
- Discharge Size: 3.000
from Gator Pump, Inc.
GATOR Pumps are proven performers for entities and individuals who must meet regulatory compliance standards. Waste runoff, lagoon pond management, and acid mine drainage are just some of the areas where GATOR Pumps have saved their owners significant time and money. GATOR Pumps are engineered to... [See More]
- Pump Type: Chemical Pump; Dewatering Pump; Sewage Pump; Submersible Pump; Water Pump; Waste Water Pump
- Pump Housing Material: Steel
- Discharge Size: 6.000
- Power Source: NoSourceIncluded; AC (optional feature); Gasoline or Diesel Engine (optional feature); Tractor PTO
from Wilo AG
Submersible pump suitable for stationary, fully automatic operation. A pressure hose of appropriate length is connected for mobile use, while a pipe is connected to the pressure port for stationary applications. A residual current device for a trigger current of 30 mA that is to be provided onsite... [See More]
- Pump Type: Dewatering Pump; Submersible Pump; Sump Pump; Utility Pump; Waste Water Pump
- Discharge Pressure: 10.0
- Liquid Flow: 61.64
- Media Temperature: 37 to 95
from EBARA Pumps Americas Corporation
The model DVSU, DVSHU submersible pumps are constructed of rugged cast iron suitable for effluent and sewage applications. The model DVS(H)U has a semi-open vortex impeller suited for pumpage containing abrasive, stringy and/or suspended solids. The model DVSHU can handle hot water applications up... [See More]
- Pump Type: Dewatering Pump; Submersible Pump; Sump Pump; Water Pump
- Discharge Pressure: 23.1 to 184.5
- Liquid Flow: 7.00 to 250.00
- Discharge Size: 2.000 to 3.000
from Cornell Pump Company
Designed to handle high head applications while providing a long service life. The high head MX SERIES pumps have multi-vane, enclosed impellers designed for industry leading efficiency. The MX SERIES pumps have extra heavy wall thickness, high quality construction, CA6NM impellers and are available... [See More]
- Pump Type: Chemical Pump; Dewatering Pump
- Pump Housing Material: Ductile Iron
- Liquid Flow: 4000.00
- Industry Served: Mining
from SANDPIPER Pump
The PortaPump ® Submersible, Battery-Powered Pump operates using any 12-volt car or truck battery. It comes equipped with cables and battery clips. Extremely portable, the pump weighs only 33 pounds (15kg) and can fit through openings as small as 10" (25cm). Electrically safe and whisper quiet. [See More]
- Pump Type: Dewatering Pump; Submersible Pump; Waste Water Pump
- Discharge Size: 1.500 to 3.000
- Liquid Flow: 300.00
- Power Source: DC; Air or Pneumatic; 12 VDC
from Hydromatic by Pentair
Sump Pumps are automatic drainage pumps used to remove ground water seepage from sump pits, and are most often used for basement drainage to prevent costly residential flooding. Hydromatic offers a comprehensive line of professional grade Primary Sump Pumps in both submersible and pedestal style,... [See More]
- Pump Type: Dewatering Pump; Submersible Pump; Sump Pump; Waste Water Pump
- Discharge Size: 1.250 to 1.500
- Liquid Flow: 38.00 to 75.00
- HP: 0.30 to 0.50
from Godwin, a xylem brand
The Godwin Heidra hydraulic submersible pumps are an extremely powerful, yet compact, pumps with flow capabilities up to 5,622 US GPM (1,277 m ³/hr) and discharge heads up to 164 ft (50 m). They have the ability to handle solids up to 3.7 in (95 mm) in diameter. With a liquid bath mechanical... [See More]
- Pump Type: Dewatering Pump; Sewage Pump; Submersible Pump; Water Pump; Waste Water Pump
- Discharge Pressure: 316.0 to 378.3
- Liquid Flow: 996.00 to 5622.00
- Discharge Size: 4.000 to 12.000
from BakerCorp
Ideal Usage. Construction site dewatering, sewer bypass, tank cleaning, flood management, municipal projects. Benefit. Can operate in flooded conditions and pull a suction lift. Fully automatic priming. Dry-run capability. PERFORMANCE. Suction Size: 4" – 12". Discharge Size: 3" – 12". [See More]
- Pump Type: Dewatering Pump; Sewage Pump; Water Pump; Waste Water Pump
- Discharge Pressure: 71.0
- Liquid Flow: 1000.00 to 6000.00
- Discharge Size: 12.000
from Sulzer Ltd.
Sulzer offers one of the most comprehensive ranges of submersible pumps type ABS available on the market for use within Domestic & Commercial properties, light weight dewatering pumps for mining and construction and a heavy duty range of wastewater pumps suitable for handling high concentrations... [See More]
- Pump Type: Dewatering Pump; Grinder Pump; Sewage Pump; Submersible Pump; Sump Pump; Utility Pump; Water Pump; Waste Water Pump; Wastewater Treatment Pump
- Discharge Pressure: 64.6 to 226.1
- Liquid Flow: 52.00 to 480.00
- Discharge Size: 1.250 to 3.000
from Bell & Gossett, a xylem brand
Multi-stage Vertical Turbine Pumps with bronze impellers and cast iron bowls. The line shaft turbine pumps have above-ground discharge with water-lubricated line shaft bearings. The column pipe coupling has bronze centering spiders with fluted-rubber line shaft bearings. The bowls are vitra-glass... [See More]
- Pump Type: Dewatering Pump; Submersible Pump; Water Pump
- Discharge Pressure: ? to 346.0
- Liquid Flow: ? to 10000.00
- Pump Housing Material: Brass Bronze; Cast Iron
from Versa-Matic Pump Co.
When you need to dewater fast, keep the Porta-Matic ™ nearby to pump everything on your job site from ditches to manholes. This portable pump delivers up to 43 gpm and a head pressure of 25'. Powered by any 12-volt truck or auto battery, the Porta-Matic weighs just 33 lbs and provides... [See More]
- Pump Type: Dewatering Pump; Submersible Pump; Sump Pump; Water Pump
- Discharge Size: 1.500
- Liquid Flow: 43.00
- Pump Housing Material: Aluminum
from Gator Pump, Inc.
For over 38 years, GATOR Pumps have been used by agricultural producers worldwide. Whether your need is high-volume pumping, pumping water off flooded fields, or supplying water to flood and furrow-irrigated farmland, there is a GATOR Pump for every requirement. GATOR Pump Agricultural Applications. [See More]
- Pump Type: Dewatering Pump; Sewage Pump; Submersible Pump; Water Pump; Waste Water Pump
- Pump Housing Material: Steel
- Discharge Size: 6.000
- Power Source: NoSourceIncluded; Tractor PTO
from Wilo AG
Non-self-priming water supply unit with frequency converter. Heavy-duty multistage pump with stainless steel hydraulics. Simple operation and adjustment via display with plain text display, status indicator, analysis function, adjustment of the control parameters (PID), freeze protection. Plug &... [See More]
- Pump Type: Dewatering Pump; Utility Pump; Water Pump; Water Supply Pump
- Media Temperature: 32 to 104
- Liquid Flow: 22.01 to 35.22
- Power Source: AC; 50 Hz, 230 VAC
from EBARA Pumps Americas Corporation
The model DSU, DSHU submersible pumps are constructed of rugged cast iron suitable for sump and drainage applications. The model DSHU can handle hot water applications up to 176 °F. Air-filled, heavy-duty motor rated for 20 starts/hour – operates cooler with higher efficiencies. Built-in... [See More]
- Pump Type: Dewatering Pump; Submersible Pump; Sump Pump; Water Pump
- Discharge Pressure: 18.5 to 290.6
- Liquid Flow: 8.00 to 390.00
- Discharge Size: 2.000 to 4.000
from Godwin, a xylem brand
The Godwin HL Series pump offers flow rates to 5,550 US GPM (1,260 m ³/hr) and has the capability to discharge pressures to 209 psi (147 m). The HL Series is able to automatically prime to 28 ft (8.5 m) of suction lift. Automatic or manual starting/stopping available with mounted control panel... [See More]
- Pump Type: Dewatering Pump; Sewage Pump; Water Pump; Waste Water Pump
- Discharge Pressure: ? to 482.1
- Liquid Flow: 920.00 to 5500.00
- Discharge Size: 4.000 to 10.000
from BakerCorp
Ideal Usage. Refineries, chemical facilities, waste water treatment plants, construction site dewatering. Benefit. Low maintenance. Easy access with large cleanout port. Emergency shutdown features. PERFORMANCE. Suction Size: 3" – 6". Discharge Size: 3" – 6". Max Flow Range: 450 gpm... [See More]
- Pump Type: Dewatering Pump; Waste Water Pump
- Discharge Pressure: 87.0
- Liquid Flow: 50.00 to 450.00
- Discharge Size: 3.000
from Gator Pump, Inc.
GATOR Pumps can be found in a wide range of industrial and construction environments wherever liquids need to flow from one place to another. Whether the material is corrosive, caustic, acidic, heavy, or abrasive, GATOR Pump will design a hand crafted pump to meet your operational requirements. [See More]
- Pump Type: Chemical Pump; Dewatering Pump; Submersible Pump; Water Pump; Waste Water Pump
- Pump Housing Material: Steel
- Discharge Size: 6.000
- Power Source: NoSourceIncluded; AC (optional feature); Gasoline or Diesel Engine (optional feature); Tractor PTO
from EBARA Pumps Americas Corporation
The model DLFU submersible non-clog pumps are constructed of rugged cast iron with heavy-duty motors suitable for industrial and municipal water supply and wastewater applications, including lift stations, sewage treatment and flood control. Model DLFU submersible pumps are easy to install and... [See More]
- Pump Type: Dewatering Pump; Sewage Pump; Submersible Pump; Waste Water Pump
- Discharge Pressure: 16.1 to 560.5
- Liquid Flow: 13.00 to 4000.00
- Discharge Size: 2.000 to 12.000
from Godwin, a xylem brand
The Godwin Dri-Prime ® NC Series pumps are an extremely powerful, yet compact pump with flow capabilities to 6,530 US GPM (1,781 m ³/hr). It also features Flygt N-technology with its innovative self-cleaning impeller. NC Series pumps are engineered to deliver sustained high efficiency... [See More]
- Pump Type: Dewatering Pump; Sewage Pump; Water Pump; Waste Water Pump
- Discharge Size: 3.000 to 10.000
- Liquid Flow: 520.00 to 6530.00
- Pump Housing Material: Cast Iron
from Gator Pump, Inc.
The U.S. has hundreds of thousands of named lakes and countless ponds , many of which are on private property. With hunting and fishing as a sport and leisure activity at an all-time high in the U.S., GATOR Pump has become the recognized leader in providing pumps that create wildlife habitats for... [See More]
- Pump Type: Dewatering Pump; Submersible Pump; Water Pump; Waste Water Pump
- Pump Housing Material: Steel
- Discharge Size: 6.000
- Power Source: NoSourceIncluded; AC (optional feature); Gasoline or Diesel Engine (optional feature); Tractor PTO
from EBARA Pumps Americas Corporation
Portable, slim-line top discharge submersible dewatering pumps are capable of handling contaminated fluids in the most severe and corrosive applications at construction sites, mines, power stations, steel plants, on ships and in aquaculture. The model DWP/DWPM pumps are available in either standard... [See More]
- Pump Type: Dewatering Pump; Submersible Pump
- Discharge Size: 2.000 to 8.000
- Liquid Flow: 30.00 to 2000.00
- HP: 1.30 to 58.00
from Godwin, a xylem brand
The Godwin Dri-Prime ® CD pump series pump offers flow rates up to 16,120 US GPM (3,660 m ³/hr) and has the capability of handling solids up to 4 in (100 mm) in diameter. The CD Series is able to automatically prime to 28 ft (8.5 m) of suction lift. Automatic or manual starting/stopping... [See More]
- Pump Type: Dewatering Pump; Sewage Pump; Water Pump; Waste Water Pump
- Pump Housing Material: Cast Iron
- Liquid Flow: 370.00 to 5080.00
- Power Source: DC; Gasoline or Diesel Engine
from EBARA Pumps Americas Corporation
The model ENZX heavy-duty submersible slurry pump is designed to operate in the harshest conditions and handle corrosive and abrasive slurries. Several unique design features built in to the EBARA model ENZX increase efficient and effective pumping of slurries with the ability to handle... [See More]
- Pump Type: Dewatering Pump; Slurry Pump; Submersible Pump; Waste Water Pump
- Discharge Pressure: ? to 322.9
- Liquid Flow: ? to 1200.00
- Discharge Size: 2.000 to 6.000
from Godwin, a xylem brand
Godwin's Wet Prime Series Trash Pumps are portable, gasoline-powered trash pump ideal for construction and industrial applications including trash-laden water, stream/pond dewatering, septic tanks and manholes, and pumping water with light abrasives and solids. Solids handling capability. [See More]
- Pump Type: Dewatering Pump; Sewage Pump; Water Pump; Waste Water Pump
- Discharge Pressure: 196.1 to 431.3
- Liquid Flow: 238.00 to 425.00
- Pump Housing Material: Cast Iron
from EBARA Pumps Americas Corporation
The model DMLEU non-clog, single channel impeller pumps are suitable for use in commercial and industrial wastewater applications and are an economical alternative to other competitive submersible wastewater pumps. The model DMLEU is constructed of durable cast iron with a large diameter, short... [See More]
- Pump Type: Dewatering Pump; Sewage Pump; Submersible Pump; Waste Water Pump
- Discharge Pressure: 27.7 to 313.7
- Liquid Flow: 55.00 to 1345.00
- Discharge Size: 3.000 to 6.000
from Godwin, a xylem brand
The Godwin wellpoint pumps offers flow rates up to 3,100 US GPM (704 m ³/hr), total heads to 180 ft (55 m) and the capability to handle solids up to 3.2 in (81 mm) in diameter. Each pumpset includes a centrifugal, single-stage, end suction pump with high-volume, belt-driven vacuum pump and... [See More]
- Pump Type: Dewatering Pump; Sewage Pump; Water Pump; Waste Water Pump
- Pump Housing Material: Cast Iron
- Liquid Flow: 860.00 to 3100.00
- Power Source: DC; Gasoline or Diesel Engine