Water is essential when boating. From showers to sinks, you need water for a more comfortable life aboard. To ensure that there is always a quick and consistent supply, the best marine freshwater pump is a must-have.

Potable water pumps are the driving force of a ship’s drinking water supply. It connects to a complex system that converts seawater into freshwater.

Potable water pumps, also known as the freshwater pumps, carry the freshwater from the freshwater generator to the freshwater tanks. Then from the freshwater tanks to the hydrophore tanks, which take the water to various access points onboard.

There are many different factors to take into consideration in order to pick the perfect water pump for your desired application. The most important factors are outlined in the sections below.

1. The flow you require: generally measured in m3/h (cubic meters per hour) or  GPM (gallons per minute), the flow necessarily influences the size and dimensions of your pump;  If you need it for a job to move lots of water fast, then you need a pump with a higher GPM Discharge Capacity.

2. The suction head (height between the inlet of the suction pipe and the pump): as a general rule, the suction head must not exceed 10 meters. Beyond this, it is necessary to consider using a submersible pump.

3. Most pumps have an inlet size of between 1 to 6 inches but in some cases, it can be more. Centrifugal water pumps also operate in a similar way i.e. sucking in water from the inlet and discharging it through the outlet valve. In that case, the bigger the size of an inlet valve, the more amount of water the pump will be able to pump out and the faster it will do the job.

4. The first thing to consider is the brand of the water pump. The engine or the motor can also tell you the quality of the pump. Conduct the necessary research and surveys on how the quality of a water pump should be.

5. There are different types of water pumps, depending on the job you need it for. These include submersible pumps, water-boosting pumps, self-priming water pumps, borehole pumps and many more. Research each type and make sure you get the right one for your needs.

Before you dive right in and buy a water pump, take the time to consider the above points and make sure you choose the best one for your individual needs. In doing this, you will get the best product that will be perfectly suited to what you require it for.