{"product_id":"tsurumi-lb-a-series-automatic-submersible-portable-drainage-pump-lb-480a","title":"Tsurumi LB-A Series Automatic Submersible Portable Drainage Pump – LB-480A","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Tsurumi LB-480A is a single-phase automatic submersible portable drainage pump featuring an electrode-type relay unit that starts and stops the pump based on water level, eliminating dry-run risk and reducing power consumption by up to 40%. Its slim profile fits inside an 8-inch pipe, making it ideal for confined spaces, while the top discharge flow-thru design provides maximum motor cooling for continuous operation at low water levels. The pump includes dual inside mechanical seals with silicon carbide faces, an Oil Lifter for enhanced seal lubrication, an anti-wicking cable entry, and a miniature thermal protector (MTP) for overheat protection. This Australian version is rated for 50Hz operation (240V supply) and is well-suited for foundation work, flood response, and general site drainage across Australia and other 50Hz regions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSuitable Applications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFoundation dewatering on construction and civil works sites\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFloodwater drainage and emergency water removal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGeneral site drainage in residential, commercial, and industrial settings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSite dewatering via narrow shafts or pipe-accessed locations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSediment removal from sumps and basins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRaw water supply from lakes or rivers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"spec-table\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLB-480A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePump Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSubmersible automatic drainage pump with electrode control\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDischarge Bore\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e50 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMotor Output\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.48 kW\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePhase\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSingle-phase\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStarting Method\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCapacitor Run\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpeed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3000 min⁻¹ (at 50Hz)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSolids Passage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShaft Seal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDual inside mechanical seals (Upper: Ceramic + Carbon; Lower: SiC + Ceramic) with Oil Lifter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLiquid Temperature Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 to 40°C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConnections\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e50 mm Multi-directional Hose Coupling (vertical or inclined)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eImpeller Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUrethane rubber (vortex design)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCasing Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSynthetic rubber (see note)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBearing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeep-groove, double-shielded C3 ball bearings (permanently lubricated)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupply Voltage (Australia)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e240V (50Hz)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRated Current (at 240V 50Hz)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.7 A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEnclosure Class\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIP68\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInsulation Class\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eE\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMotor Protection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMTP (Miniature Thermal Protector) – embedded in winding, cuts on overheat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLubricating Oil\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTurbine Oil (ISO VG32), 155 ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShaft Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e403 Stainless Steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eH07RN-F, 10m, with plug (Australian plug type not specified)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAutomatic Control\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eElectrode-type relay unit (extension probes available as optional accessory)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMinimum Operating Water Level\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDry Weight (excluding cable)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e11 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDocumentation \u0026amp; 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