Jabsco 12V Mini Puppy 8860-0003 Self-Priming Pump
There's a reason so many boat owners keep a Mini Puppy pump within reach: it just works, and it keeps working long after cheaper pumps have given up. The 8860-0003 pairs a tough bronze body with a nitrile impeller, giving it an edge in bilge water that carries traces of oil or fuel residue — a common headache on working boats and engine rooms. Running on a compact 12-volt DC motor, this little pump pulls its weight for bilge pumping, livewell circulation, washdown chores, and everyday water transfer, without demanding a lot of space or power in return.
That makes this pump easy to live with is how straightforward it is to install and maintain. The pump head can be rotated to redirect flow, the impeller can be swapped out in minutes, and the motor is built to standards that make it safe around gasoline engines. Owners who've relied on Jabsco pumps for years tend to describe the Mini Puppy the same way: simple, dependable, and easy to service when the time comes.
Whether it's tucked into a bilge, mounted near a livewell, or set up for general washdown use, the 8860-0003 fits into tight spaces while still delivering a solid, steady flow. It's the kind of pump you install once and mostly forget about, aside from the occasional impeller check.
Key Features
- Bronze pump body for long-term corrosion resistance
- Nitrile impeller, well suited for bilge water containing traces of oil
- Self-priming design with a lip-type shaft seal
- Permanent magnet, fully enclosed 12V DC motor with stainless steel shaft
- Motor rotation can be reversed for intermittent duty use
- Pump head rotates for flexible flow direction
- Meets USCG ignition protection standards for use on gasoline-powered vessels
Applications
- Bilge water pumping, including water with light oil contamination
- Livewell circulation for fishing boats
- Boat washdown tasks
- General-purpose water transfer aboard small to mid-size vessels
Specifications
- Voltage: 12V DC
- Amp Draw: 4 amps
- Fuse Size: 10A–3AGC
- Flow Rate: Up to 1.8 GPM (6.8 LPM)
- Suction Lift: Up to 4 feet dry, 15 feet when primed
- Port Size: 3/8" internal pipe thread with external garden hose threads
- Impeller Material: Nitrile
- Body Material: Bronze
- Seal Type: Lip-type shaft seal
- Height: 3-3/8" (85 mm)
- Length: 6-3/4" (172 mm)
- Width: 3-3/4" (95 mm)
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can the Jabsco 8860-0003 run dry?
No. Flexible impeller pumps like the Mini Puppy rely on the pumped liquid for lubrication, so running it dry will damage the impeller quickly.
Q: What's the difference between the 8860-0001 and 8860-0003?
The 8860-0001 uses a neoprene impeller, while the 8860-0003 uses a nitrile impeller, which holds up better when bilge water contains light amounts of oil.
Q: Can this pump handle gasoline or solvents?
No. This pump is not designed for flammable liquids like gasoline, solvents, or thinners, and pumping them creates a serious explosion hazard.
Q: How is the pump wired to a 12V system?
The black wire connects to the negative battery terminal, and the orange wire runs through a fused, switched positive circuit rated for at least 10 amps.
Q: Can the flow direction be changed?
Yes. The pump head can be rotated 180 degrees on the motor housing to reverse the direction of flow.
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