The Franklin Electric VN5-8 is a 5 in stainless-steel close-coupled multistage submersible pump for clean-water transfer, irrigation, pressure boosting, rainwater recovery, sprinklers and wash-down systems. This version has a 1.5 kW, 230 V single-phase motor, float switch and 20 m power cable.

Verified VN Series specification

• Nominal flow family: 5 m³/h
• Stated operating flow range: 2.5 to 7.0 m³/h
• 1¼ in Rp threaded discharge
• Maximum immersion depth: 17 m with the supplied 20 m cable
• Liquid temperature range: -5°C to 40°C
• Maximum operating pressure: 12 bar
• Maximum stated solids size: 2 mm, with sand content up to 50 g/m³
• IP68 motor and plug-in float-level control

Select the pump from the required flow and total dynamic head using the VN5-8 performance curve. Confirm the exact water-quality approval where drinking water is involved. Provide the correct electrical protection, allow the float to move freely and never lift the pump by its cable.