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What is a discharge hose used for?
Discharge hose can be made of various material, comes in a variety of sizes, and is used to transport various liquids. Whether for suctioning or for discharge, the type of hose you choose depends on flexibility needs, durability needs, and price.
Can you use a discharge hose for suction?
Water Hoses for Suction & Discharge Hoses that can be used only for suction applications or for both suction and discharge applications typically have rigid reinforcement to prevent them from collapsing during suction. Hoses that can only be used for discharge applications tend to lay flat when not in use.
What type of pipe should I use for sump pump discharge?
PVC
Most sump pumps have a built-in fitting for a certain sized discharge pipe, typically 1.25” or 1.5” inside diameter. (Because most sump pump discharge pipe is PVC, determining interior diameter is important. These pipes will be closer to 1.5” and 2” on the outside respectively.)
What is the difference between suction hose and discharge hose?
What’s the Difference Between a Suction Hose and a Discharge Hose? The main difference between suction and discharge hoses is that suction hoses do not collapse when in use and are reinforced.
Can I use a lay flat hose for a sump pump?
lay-flat discharge hose kit is designed to work with most sump and utility pumps with a pump discharge size of 1-1/2 in. or 2 in.
Which hose is the heater inlet hose?
The inlet hose for your heating system is the hose that goes to the water pump area. The other hose is the outlet. These flush kits will actually work on either one though as it does go through the entire cooling system.
How big should sump pump discharge pipe be?
1.5 inches
Most sump pumps have a recommended discharge size of 1.5 inches. The line must be run to the outside of the house.
What size hose do I need for a sump pump?
Sump pumps typically have a 1-1/4″ or 1-1/2″ outlet. The size of the discharge tubing should match this; that means don’t use a garden hose. Using undersized discharge tubing, even at the exterior, will force the pump to run longer each time it turns on, decreasing the life of the pump.