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is there a float switch that shuts off power when the water gets too low like the various dc pump? Need one that cut off the power outlet so my pump doesnt run dry
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is there a float switch that shuts off power when the water gets too low like the various dc pump? Need one that cut off the power outlet so my pump doesnt run dry
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Good to know but im looking for something that shuts off power and not an alert.
I have a external skimmer with a feed pump. If my return pump shuts off, the drain will stop and will make my skimmer pump run dry
Good to know but im looking for something that shuts off power and not an alert.
I have a external skimmer with a feed pump. If my return pump shuts off, the drain will stop and will make my skimmer pump run dry
These are submerable?
I use an ATO (top off) so do not experience this. A float connected to a plug in which shuts off via float would be answer but requires some skill and creativity
This is what I did with my varios; I flipped the float so it turns off when the return chamber gets too low. Works like a charm.Yes....relatively easy if you have some DIY skills.
You need to use a relay that the float switch tells the relay to either turn on or turn off an outlet. With most vertical float switches, changing normally ON to normally OFF simply requires you to flip the float around. With horizontal float switches, simply mounting 180 degrees changes ON/OFF.
Now if you wish to DIY, I show how to build a relay system HERE.
For the float switch, most inexpensive float switches can not be submerged, so I'd suggest using CPVC pipe to hold the float switch and keep the back side dry. I show an example HERE.