Articles by Bob Pelikan

During the next few months, we will focus on the electrical side of pumped water systems. We start by looking at the components in two-wire and three-wire single-phase systems, explaining the purpose, function and options available for each. 

"Splicing submersible pump cable is part and parcel of every submersible pump installation."

"This month’s article focuses on the portion of submersible water system between the wellhead and the house."

One of the most important factors when installing a water well system is to provide a method of protecting the wellhead.

"Submersible pump accessories are the plumbing and electrical components of a pumped water system that are particular to a submersible pump system vs. a jet pump system."

"Check valves permit water flow only in one direction, and are required on all submersible pump installations. The purpose of a check valve is to prevent the water in the column above the pump and in the pressure tank from draining back into the well when the pump shuts off."

"The primary function of the pressure tank in a pumped water system is to protect the pump motor."

"Controlling the amount of air in a conventional pressure tank is crucial in providing an efficient and reliable pumped water system."

Factoring drawdown in conventional tanks.