{"product_id":"lowara-bgm3-pt18-stainless-steel-self-priming-jet-pump-water-distribution-18-litre-tank","title":"Lowara BGM3-PT18 Stainless Steel Self-Priming Jet Pump for Water Distribution with 18 Litre Tank","description":"\u003cp\u003eFor rainwater harvesting and tank supply installations where larger pressure storage is beneficial, the Lowara BGM3PT18 combines the same self-priming pump platform with an 18-litre APT pressure vessel. The increased vessel capacity reduces pump cycling during low-demand periods, making it particularly suitable for applications with intermittent water use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe AISI 304 stainless steel pump body delivers a maximum head of approximately 32.5 metres and a maximum flow rate of 47.5 litres per minute. The 0.55 kW motor operates on a 220–240 V single-phase supply with a rated current of 3.33 Amps at 220 V and 3.19 Amps at 240 V. Suction is Rp 32 mm and discharge is Rp 25 mm. The pump handles clean liquids from ?10°C to +40°C.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe self-priming design allows the pump to draw water from sources below pump level, subject to the limits specified in the technical documentation. The 18-litre pressure vessel provides increased water storage, reducing pump starts during low-demand operation. The motor is rated IP55 with Class F insulation, and thermal protection is provided by an automatic reset overload device.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eInstallation requires a level, frost-protected surface with adequate ventilation. The pre-wired terminal junction box simplifies electrical connection. The pump is certified for drinking water use under WRAS and ACS. The larger pressure vessel makes this variant suited to systems with higher demand variability.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFEATURES\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelf-priming design enables operation with suction lift from below pump level.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRp 32 mm suction and Rp 25 mm discharge connections for standard plumbing integration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e18-litre APT pressure vessel provides increased water storage for reduced cycling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIP55 motor enclosure protects against dust and moisture ingress.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWRAS and ACS certification for drinking water use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAutomatic reset thermal protection incorporated into the motor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClose-coupled design minimises installation space requirements.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Lowara","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51073936457975,"sku":"BGM3PT18","price":1520.5,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0927\/0116\/3767\/files\/lowara-bgm3-pt18-stainless-steel-self-priming-jet-pump-water-distribution-18-litre-tank.png?v=1787830704","url":"https:\/\/foundationpumps.com.au\/products\/lowara-bgm3-pt18-stainless-steel-self-priming-jet-pump-water-distribution-18-litre-tank","provider":"Foundation Pumps","version":"1.0","type":"link"}