Grundfos 5SQ15-450-230V, 5GPM, 1 1/2HP, 230V, 2 Wire, 96160138, 3" Stainless Steel Submersible Well Pump

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5SQ15-450-230V

Powered by CentriPro Motors Powered for Continuous Operation
Field ServiceableSand Handling Design
FDA Compliant Non-Metallic Parts 
Discharge Head/Check Valve Motor Adapter
Stainless Steel Casing Hex Shaft Design
Engineered Polymer Bearings
2 Year Limited Warranty 

The Grundfos 5SQ15-450-230V is a 3 inch stainless steel submersible well pump rated for 5 GPM with a 1-1/2 HP motor, 230V single-phase power, and a 2-wire design. SQ series pumps use permanent-magnet motor technology for high efficiency and low energy consumption. Built-in soft start and integrated protection against overvoltage, undervoltage, overload, and overtemperature help support reliable operation, while floating impellers and tungsten carbide/ceramic bearings provide wear resistance in sandy conditions.

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Phase1
Voltage230v
Wire Count2 Wire
Motor Horsepower1.5
Flow Rate5
MaterialStainless Steel
Diameter3 inch Diameter
Sourcehttps://www.grundfos.com/
Model #5SQ15-450-230V
ManufacturerGrundfos
Shipping Weight18
Warranty2 Year
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Grundfos 5SQ15-450-230V, 5GPM, 1 1/2HP, 230V, 2 Wire, 96160138, 3" Stainless Steel Submersible Well Pump
What are the main specifications of this pump?
This model is rated for 5 GPM, 1-1/2 HP, 230V, single-phase power, and a 2-wire configuration.
What size is this pump?
It has a 3 inch diameter.
Does this pump require a control box?
No. The product data states that no control box is required.
What type of motor does this pump use?
It uses a permanent-magnet motor with a Grundfos micro-frequency converter.
Does this pump include soft start?
Yes. The integrated electronic unit provides soft starting.
What built-in protections does this pump have?
It includes overvoltage, undervoltage, overload, and overtemperature protection.
Is this pump designed for sandy well conditions?
It is designed with floating impellers and tungsten carbide/ceramic bearings for high wear resistance to sand.
When is a Dole flow restriction valve recommended?
The source recommends a Dole flow restriction valve in wells with a high static water level to help prevent upthrust damage.

Installation Brief

This Grundfos SQ submersible well pump is designed for single-phase installation with a simple 2-wire connection.

  1. Confirm the pump model matches the well system requirements, including 230V single-phase power.
  2. Install and wire the pump according to the manufacturer literature for this SQ model.
  3. If the well has a high static water level, follow the manufacturer recommendation to use a Dole flow restriction valve to help prevent upthrust.
  4. Start the pump and verify smooth operation during initial run.
Grundfos 5SQ15-450-230V, 5GPM, 1 1/2HP, 230V, 2 Wire, 96160138, 3" Stainless Steel Submersible Well PumpGrundfos 5SQ15-450-230V, 5GPM, 1 1/2HP, 230V, 2 Wire, 96160138, 3" Stainless Steel Submersible Well Pump