Reliable Shallow Well Pressure Delivered by the Flotec FP4012-10
If your well's water sits 25 feet or less below the surface, keeping steady water pressure at every faucet, hose bib, and appliance shouldn't be complicated. The Flotec FP4012-10 is built specifically for that job. Its fiberglass-reinforced thermoplastic housing shrugs off rust and corrosion, even when pumping sandy or mineral-heavy water, so you get a pump that keeps performing season after season without the wear issues that plague lower-quality units.
This 1/2 HP model is self-priming once the housing is initially filled, meaning it re-establishes suction on its own after a shutoff instead of requiring you to manually prime it every time. It arrives with a pre-wired 30/50 pressure switch already installed, so there's less wiring guesswork during setup, and the dual-voltage motor lets you run it on either 115V or 230V depending on your home's electrical setup. A dust-proof cover shields the internal electrical components from debris and insects, adding a layer of durability that matters when the pump is installed outdoors or in a less-than-pristine utility space.
Whether you're replacing an aging pump that's finally given out or setting up water service for a cabin, workshop, or rural property, the FP4012-10 offers a dependable, no-frills solution. It's the kind of pump you install once and mostly forget about, which is exactly what most homeowners want from their well system.
Key Features
- Fiberglass-reinforced thermoplastic construction for superior corrosion and sandy-water resistance
- Self-priming design after initial housing fill
- Pre-wired 30/50 pressure switch included
- Dual-voltage motor, factory preset to 115V (switchable to 230V)
- Dust-proof cover to protect electrical components from dust and insects
- Stainless steel shaft, heavy-duty ball bearings, and a balanced rotor for smooth, long-term operation
- CSAus certified
Applications
- Residential shallow well water systems (depth-to-water of 25 feet or less)
- Cabins, workshops, and rural properties needing dependable well water pressure
- Replacement pump for aging or failing shallow well jet pumps
- Homes requiring a compact, corrosion-resistant pumping solution
Specifications
- Horsepower: 1/2 HP
- Maximum Capacity: 8 GPM
- Flow at 10' Lift and 40 PSI: 6.4 GPM
- Maximum Lift: 25 ft
- Maximum Pressure: 77 PSI
- Pressure Switch Setting: 30/50
- Suction Port Size: 1-1/4" NPT
- Discharge Port Size: 1" NPT
- Amp Draw (Full Load): 9.4 amps
- Voltage: 115V/230V, 60 Hz (factory preset to 115V)
- Recommended Breaker: 15 amp
- Maximum Water Temperature: 140°F (60°C)
- Body Construction: Thermoplastic
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How deep can the Flotec FP4012-10 pull water from?
A: This pump is rated for shallow wells where the depth-to-water is 25 feet or less. Beyond that depth, a deep well or convertible jet pump would be needed instead.
Q: Does this pump need to be manually primed every time it's used?
A: No. Once the pump housing has been filled the first time, the FP4012-10 is self-priming and will re-establish suction on its own after normal shutoffs.
Q: Can I run this pump on either 115V or 230V power?
A: Yes. The motor is dual-voltage and comes factory preset to 115V, but it can be switched to 230V depending on your home's wiring setup.
Q: What size breaker does this pump require?
A: Pentair recommends a 15 amp breaker for the FP4012-10 based on its 9.4 amp full-load draw.
Q: Is the pressure switch included, or does it need to be purchased separately?
A: The pump comes with a pre-wired 30/50 pressure switch already installed, so no separate purchase or additional wiring for the switch itself is needed.
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