Getting an accurate quote requires understanding a few key concepts about well pumps and knowing your well specifications. This guide prepares you to request a quote.
What You Need to Know
Three Essential Measurements
Static Water Level
- Distance from ground to water surface
- Most important measurement for sizing
- Measured when pump is not running
Total Well Depth
- Distance from ground to well bottom
- Used for planning drop pipe length
- Found on driller's report or by measuring
Well Casing Diameter
- Inside diameter of well casing
- Determines well cap size
- Common sizes: 4", 5", 6"
How Simple Pump Works
The Piston Pump Design
Simple Pump uses positive displacement:
- Cylinder sits below water level
- Piston draws water up each stroke
- Check valves maintain water column
- Delivers water at surface
Why Depth Matters
- Deeper water = more effort per stroke
- Cylinder selection based on depth
- Pressure systems add to effective depth
Cylinder Selection Basics
100CA Cylinder
- Output: 4.5 oz per stroke
- Max hand depth: 325 feet
- Best for: Deep wells, pressurized systems
- Trade-off: More strokes for same volume
125CA Cylinder
- Output: 8.5 oz per stroke
- Max hand depth: 225 feet
- Best for: Medium depth wells
- Trade-off: Balance of output and effort
200CA Cylinder
- Output: 20 oz per stroke
- Max hand depth: 110 feet
- Best for: Shallow wells, maximum output
- Trade-off: Requires shallow water level
Common System Configurations
Basic Hand Pump
- Pump head with lever arm
- Well cap
- Drop pipes to depth
- Cylinder below water
With Motor Option
- Motor-compatible pump head
- 12V or 24V motor assembly
- Power source (solar/battery/AC)
- Same in-well components
Pressure Tank Connection
- Check valve required
- Can tie into pitless adapter
- Or separate plumbing line
- Depth reduced by pressure head
What Affects Your Quote
Well Specifications
- Static water level → cylinder selection
- Well depth → drop pipe quantity
- Casing size → well cap model
Configuration Choices
- Hand only vs. motor capable
- Pressure tank connection
- Solar power package
- Spare parts kit
Installation Situation
- New well vs. existing submersible
- Pitless adapter present
- Indoor vs. outdoor installation
Information to Gather
From Well Records
- Driller's report shows:
- Depth drilled
- Static water level (at drilling)
- Casing specifications
- Well yield
By Measurement
- Current static water level
- Verify casing diameter
- Note pitless adapter presence
About Your Needs
- Primary use or backup
- Daily water volume needed
- Interest in motor option
- Pressure tank connection
Quote Request Checklist
Required: ☐ Static water level (feet) ☐ Total well depth (feet) ☐ Casing inside diameter (inches)
Helpful: ☐ Presence of submersible pump ☐ Pitless adapter (yes/no) ☐ Interest in motor option ☐ Pressure tank connection plans ☐ Primary use (backup/daily)
What You'll Receive
Your Quote Includes
- Complete system specification
- All required components
- Current pricing
- Shipping estimate
We'll Recommend
- Appropriate cylinder model
- Drop pipe configuration
- Well cap selection
- Any special components
Ready to Request a Quote?
Gather your well information and contact us:
Technical Support: 877-492-8711 ext. 6
We're happy to help if you have questions about your well specifications.