PULACO 800 GPH Water Pump with 4 Nozzles

The PULACO PL-3000 is a high-flow submersible pump rated at 800 GPH (3000L/H) with a maximum lift of up to 10 ft. It draws 45Watt on 110-120V and comes with 6.5 ft of tubing and 4 NOZZLES in 0.53, 0.633, 0.753 and 13 sizes. The power cord is 6.5ft long.

Where it fits

PULACO lists garden fountains, waterfalls, ponds, aquariums, drip irrigation and hydroponics. In the aquarium hobby, a pump this size suits a return pump for a large sump, a pond filter feed or a closed-loop circulation line on a big tank.

Choosing a nozzle

The four nozzles let you match the pump to your tubing or plumbing. Larger nozzles and wider tubing reduce friction and let more water through. Smaller ones fit standard fountain fittings. Always use the widest size your setup allows.

Flow at height

The 800 GPH rating is with no lift. Flow drops as height increases, reaching zero at the 10 ft maximum. Most aquarium sump returns run a few feet up, so expect a good share of the rated flow there.

Cleaning

Like the smaller PULACO pumps, it comes apart by hand. Remove the cover and impeller, rinse them, and check for snail shells or gravel, which are the usual causes of noise.

Warranty

PULACO offers a 12 Month Warranty and 24 Hour after-sales service.

Smaller options

If 800 GPH is more than you need, the PULACO 400 GPH pump is easier to hide and draws less power. A similar alternative at this size is the VIVOSUN 800 GPH pump.

Safety tips

Use a GFCI outlet for any pump in water. Add a drip loop in the cord. Keep the pump fully submerged, since running dry damages it. Fit a coarse sponge or strainer on the intake in ponds with small fish.