The Pentair Flotec FP5242 is a 1.5 HP cast iron sprinkler pump for pulling water from a shallow well, pond or cistern and pushing it through large sprinkler zones or transfer lines. It moves up to 55 GPM at 47 max PSI and handles depths to water of 25 feet or less. The dual-voltage 115/230 V motor lets you wire it for either supply, and the cast iron housing is built for steady outdoor duty. It suits homeowners with big lawns or multi-zone irrigation who need more flow than a small booster pump gives. Against plastic-bodied shallow-well pumps, it trades a higher price and heavier weight for durability and output.
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Lowest price we've seen: $338.24 on Nov 2 at KG Power Systems. Tracked across 1 store since Nov 2.
Owners rate it highly, with 4.9 out of 5 from 16 ratings. Feedback centers on strong flow for large sprinkler zones and a solid cast iron build.
The Pentair Flotec FP5242 is a cast iron sprinkler pump with a 1.5 HP motor. It is built for larger sprinkler zones and can also be used for water transfer.
The pump housing is cast iron. The dual-voltage motor runs on 115 or 230 volts and is ready to install at 230 volts. The pump performs well where the depth to water is 25 feet or less.
