Liberty Pumps 230-P — 1/3 HP Aluminum Sump Pump with Unmounted Piggyback Float
Liberty Pumps 230-P 1/3 HP Submersible Aluminum Sump Pump With Float
The Liberty Pumps 230-P is a compact, 1/3 HP sump pump engineered for dependable residential dewatering. Its deep-finned, powder-coated aluminum motor housing provides up to 225% more cooling efficiency than cast-iron, helping the motor run cooler and last longer. This model ships with a vertical piggyback float switch (unmounted) so the installer can set custom ON/OFF heights to match the basin.
Key Features & Benefits
- Automatic operation with vertical piggyback float (unmounted) — set your own ON/OFF levels
- Deep-finned, powder-coated aluminum housing for superior heat dissipation (≈225% more cooling vs cast iron)
- Energy-efficient PSC motor with thermal overload protection
- Lightweight & compact for tight residential basins
- 1-1/2" NPT discharge and 3/8" solids handling
- Quiet, submersible design with quick, straightforward installation
Applications
- Basement and crawlspace sump pits
- Residential foundation drainage
- Retrofits where adjustable float height is preferred
Specifications
| Model | 230-P |
| Horsepower | 1/3 HP |
| Voltage / Phase | 115 V / 1-Phase |
| Amps | 5.2 A |
| Operation | Vertical piggyback float, unmounted |
| Housing | Deep-finned, powder-coated aluminum |
| Discharge | 1-1/2" FNPT |
| Solids Handling | Up to 3/8" |
| Max Head (Shut-Off) | 11 ft |
| Power Cord | Piggyback power cord |
| Warranty | 3 Years (per Liberty terms) |
Performance — GPM vs Total Head
| Total Head (ft) | 0 | 5 | 10 | Shut-Off |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flow (GPM) | ~36 | ~30 | ~18 | 11 ft |
Model Comparison
| Model | Operation | Float Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 230 | Automatic | Mounted vertical float | Factory-set ON/OFF levels |
| 230-P | Vertical piggyback (unmounted) | Installer-adjustable ON/OFF heights | |
| 231 (Manual) | Manual | — | Requires external switch/control |
Common Questions
Q: Is the 230-P automatic?
A: It includes a piggyback vertical float switch; install the float to set automatic ON/OFF.
Q: Why aluminum instead of cast iron?
A: The deep-finned, powder-coated aluminum housing improves heat dissipation—about 225% more cooling than cast iron—for cooler motor operation.
Q: What basin size does it fit?
A: Works in most residential pits 10" and larger; verify float travel clearance.
Q: What is the shut-off head?
A: 11 ft TDH. Size your system using the performance curve in the spec sheet.
Description
Liberty Pumps 230-P 1/3 HP Submersible Aluminum Sump Pump With Float
The Liberty Pumps 230-P is a compact, 1/3 HP sump pump engineered for dependable residential dewatering. Its deep-finned, powder-coated aluminum motor housing provides up to 225% more cooling efficiency than cast-iron, helping the motor run cooler and last longer. This model ships with a vertical piggyback float switch (unmounted) so the installer can set custom ON/OFF heights to match the basin.
Key Features & Benefits
- Automatic operation with vertical piggyback float (unmounted) — set your own ON/OFF levels
- Deep-finned, powder-coated aluminum housing for superior heat dissipation (≈225% more cooling vs cast iron)
- Energy-efficient PSC motor with thermal overload protection
- Lightweight & compact for tight residential basins
- 1-1/2" NPT discharge and 3/8" solids handling
- Quiet, submersible design with quick, straightforward installation
Applications
- Basement and crawlspace sump pits
- Residential foundation drainage
- Retrofits where adjustable float height is preferred
Specifications
| Model | 230-P |
| Horsepower | 1/3 HP |
| Voltage / Phase | 115 V / 1-Phase |
| Amps | 5.2 A |
| Operation | Vertical piggyback float, unmounted |
| Housing | Deep-finned, powder-coated aluminum |
| Discharge | 1-1/2" FNPT |
| Solids Handling | Up to 3/8" |
| Max Head (Shut-Off) | 11 ft |
| Power Cord | Piggyback power cord |
| Warranty | 3 Years (per Liberty terms) |
Performance — GPM vs Total Head
| Total Head (ft) | 0 | 5 | 10 | Shut-Off |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flow (GPM) | ~36 | ~30 | ~18 | 11 ft |
Model Comparison
| Model | Operation | Float Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 230 | Automatic | Mounted vertical float | Factory-set ON/OFF levels |
| 230-P | Vertical piggyback (unmounted) | Installer-adjustable ON/OFF heights | |
| 231 (Manual) | Manual | — | Requires external switch/control |
Common Questions
Q: Is the 230-P automatic?
A: It includes a piggyback vertical float switch; install the float to set automatic ON/OFF.
Q: Why aluminum instead of cast iron?
A: The deep-finned, powder-coated aluminum housing improves heat dissipation—about 225% more cooling than cast iron—for cooler motor operation.
Q: What basin size does it fit?
A: Works in most residential pits 10" and larger; verify float travel clearance.
Q: What is the shut-off head?
A: 11 ft TDH. Size your system using the performance curve in the spec sheet.
