Macerator Pumps are designed to empty your holding tanks and
include a bronze cutter to grind waste down to small particle size. By grinding
down the particles, it makes it possible to eject them (pump out) through the
discharge nozzle of the pump. They are typically used to empty holding
tanks, waste tanks, and other applications.
Electric macerator pumps can pump holding tanks and
certain types of toilets and some can be used as macerators. They are not to be
confused with Type I or II marine sanitation devices (MSDs).
Macerator pumps are self-priming
impeller pumps with a grinding or rotary cutter inside the macerator pump
housing that shreds small particles sufficiently to be ejected.
- Macerator pumps break up solids, which minimizes clogging.
They can be used to pump into a holding tank or to empty it overboard
depending on the macerator pump placement.
- Less water is required for flushing if a macerator pump is
installed on the input side of the holding tank.
- Macerator pumps can require up to 10 or 15 amps of power
and cannot be run dry
Macerator pumps can be installed by the average boat or RV
owner with basic tools. When working with electricity, it is always a good
idea to have experience in that area or to consult an experienced professional.
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