EcoPlus® Convertible Bottom Draw Water Pump - 265 GPH - 7.2ft Max Head

EcoPlus Convertible Bottom Draw Water Pump — 265 GPH, 7.2ft Max Head

The EcoPlus® Convertible Bottom Draw Pump is, according to EcoPlus's own product literature, the first hydroponic pump of its kind: a patented design that pairs a bottom draw inlet with an interchangeable convertible outlet. The bottom draw inlet lets the pump operate in less than 1/2 inch of water, extracting nearly all of the liquid from a reservoir, while the convertible outlet gives you the choice of horizontal or vertical flow. Rated at 265 GPH with a 7.2ft max head. (US Patent Pending No. 14/642,557)

Key Features & Benefits

• Bottom Draw Inlet: Operates in less than 1/2in of water, emptying reservoirs more completely than typical side-intake pumps.
• Convertible Outlet (Horizontal or Vertical): Choose the best flow direction for your system without additional fittings.
• Interchangeable Outlet Fitting: Adapts to a wide range of hydroponic applications and reservoir configurations.
• 265 GPH / 7.2ft Max Head: Sized for a wide range of hydroponic system volumes.
• 120V / 60Hz: Standard North American power.

Who Should Use This

Hydroponic growers who want to maximize reservoir draw-down and need flexible outlet orientation, particularly useful in flood-and-drain, NFT, and recirculating systems where complete liquid extraction matters.

Compatibility

120V / 60Hz. Bottom draw inlet with a convertible horizontal or vertical outlet, for use in hydroponic systems and reservoirs. Pairs with the EcoPlus Large Pump Filter Bag for added sediment protection.

Frequently Asked Questions

How low can the water level get before this pump stops working?

The bottom draw inlet allows operation in less than 1/2 inch of water, making it one of the more effective pump designs for complete reservoir drainage. Most side-intake pumps require several times that depth to run without cavitating.

Can I switch between horizontal and vertical outlet without tools?

Yes — the interchangeable convertible outlet fitting can be repositioned to deliver water horizontally or vertically as needed, without additional fittings. Simply reposition the fitting by hand to match your plumbing layout.

Is this pump patented?

Yes. EcoPlus holds a US patent application (Patent Pending No. 14/642,557) covering the bottom draw and convertible outlet design. The application was filed for the combined bottom-draw-inlet and convertible-outlet approach used in this pump.

What systems is this pump best suited for?

Flood-and-drain, NFT, recirculating DWC, and other hydroponic configurations where efficient reservoir drainage and flow-direction flexibility are priorities. It also suits any reservoir setup where growers want to minimize leftover standing solution.