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Shallow Well Adapter Built In
Back Pull-Out Design
Two Compartment Motor for Easy Access to Wiring
Protected Mechanical Seal
FDA Compliant Impeller
115/230 voltage – Flexible electrical compatibility
Corrosion-resistant construction – Built for long-term durability
Nozzle clean out plug – Simple maintenance access
Shallow well jet pumps are not submersible and are surface-mounted. Shallow well jet pumps can lift water from 0' to 25' deep, with the right fit depending on well depth and when a shallow-well setup is appropriate. The Goulds J5S is ideal for supplying fresh water to cabins and farms in shallow-well applications. Proper well pipe selection based on working pressure is important for optimal performance. For wells beyond shallow-well limits, select convertible jet pumps or a submersible pump based on the well conditions. Many homeowners rely on expert help to find the right well pump instead of a submersible unit like this surface-mounted model.
Supplying fresh water to homes, cabins, cottages, and farms
Pressure boosting for residential water systems
Shallow well applications where the water level is within 25 feet of the pump
The integral shallow well adapter is built into the casing, eliminating the need for a separate adapter and supporting one pipe installation with a foot valve to help the pump prime properly and ensure correct operation when the water level stays above the inlet.
This setup helps protect the pump from dry running, supports continuous operation without damage, includes automatic-reset overload protection, and gives you added hope for long service life and steady performance when installed and connected near the tank.
When replacing an older unit in the same place, matching connections can make it easier to install with basic tools like a screwdriver, pipe wrench, and adjustable wrench, and simplify a change of parts or configuration during replacement, often with a straightforward setup right out of the box.
1/2 HP single nose shallow well jet pump
Handles water temperatures up to 140°F
Surface-mounted design
Built-in shallow well adapter
Two-compartment motor for easy wiring access
Corrosion-resistant construction for long-term durability
Nose: Single
Material: Cast Iron
Well Depth: 0 - 25
Model #: J5S
Manufacturer: Goulds
Shipping Weight: 52 lbs
Warranty: 3 Year Limited
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| Phase | 1 |
|---|---|
| Motor Horsepower | 0.5 |
| Nose | Single |
| Material | Cast Iron |
| Well Depth | 0 - 25 |
| Source | https://www.xylem.com |
| Model # | J5S |
| Manufacturer | Goulds |
| Shipping Weight | 52 |
| Warranty | 3 Year Limited |

This shallow well jet pump is installed as part of a shallow well or booster system and includes an integral shallow well adapter in the casing.

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