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A.Y. McDonald
A.Y. McDonald
A.Y. McDonald
A.Y. McDonald
A.Y. McDonald
A.Y. McDonald
A.Y. McDonald
A.Y. McDonald
A.Y. McDonald
Reliable water pressure from shallow wells, deep wells, lakes, and streams. The complete Baker Water Systems jet pump lineup — eight series covering 25-foot shallow wells through 150-foot deep wells, ½ HP through 1½ HP, in shallow well, convertible, and multi-stage configurations. Plus full ejector packages for 2" and 4" well casings.
Baker is our flagship jet pump line — most complete coverage from a single manufacturer with full ejector and parts support. We also carry Davey for tank-fed and rural applications, plus Xylem (Goulds Water Technology) jet pumps available by quote.
Jet pumps are sized to well depth, flow demand, and casing diameter. Match your situation below to narrow the right family — then call us at 281.664.8000 for a free pump & ejector pairing.
Three jet pump families serve three different water sources. Get this right and the rest of the sizing falls into place.
Atmospheric pressure at sea level (14.7 PSI) can theoretically lift water 33.9 feet — but in practice, pump efficiency, friction, fittings, and altitude knock that down to ~25 feet maximum suction lift. Push past 25 ft and you'll cavitate, lose prime, or just never pull water. That's why deep wells need a down-hole ejector: it pushes water UP, instead of asking the pump to suck it up.
Three shallow well families covering every motor flange standard and impeller preference. All designed for direct suction lift up to 25 feet from driven points, cisterns, and surface water.
The original Baker shallow well jet pump and the most widely sold residential shallow well pump in the lineup. NEMA J threaded-shaft motors in ½ HP, ¾ HP, and 1 HP. Two configurations: high-capacity (more GPM, lower PSI) and high-pressure (less GPM, higher PSI). Choose between dynamically balanced brass impellers (premium, longest life, higher cost) or engineered thermoplastic impellers (corrosion-proof, lower cost).
High-Capacity = more GPM, lower max PSI — best for households with simultaneous demand (multiple bathrooms, dishwasher + laundry). High-Pressure = lower GPM, higher max PSI — best for single-zone irrigation, long pipe runs, or 2-story homes where elevation lift matters more than peak flow.
The same modern Baker 8000-platform engineering in a dedicated shallow well configuration. Up to 32 GPM and 80 PSI, available from ½ HP through 1½ HP. Easy field-switchable 115V/230V voltage. The right choice when you need more flow than the 8100 can deliver but don't need convertible deep-well capability.
Same performance as the 8100 but with NEMA C square flange motor compatibility — the right choice when local stock or replacement specs require a square flange instead of NEMA J threaded shaft. Same brass or plastic impeller options, same high-capacity vs high-pressure split, same ½–1 HP range.
Convertible jets are the smartest choice when you don't yet know the well depth, when you're retrofitting a property with mixed water sources, or when you want one pump that can serve a shallow surface application now and convert to deep well operation later. All three series accept Baker's 2" and 4" ejector packages.
Baker's most capable convertible. Built on the modern 8000 platform with a robust all-iron housing, 304 stainless steel motor shaft, stainless steel wear ring, and a plastic impeller with stainless steel insert (best of both worlds — corrosion-proof plastic body with metal-to-metal stress points). Delivers up to 46 GPM in shallow well mode and reaches depths of 150 feet with the appropriate ejector package.
The 304 SS shaft eliminates the corrosion path between motor and pump end — the most common failure point on older convertible jets. The SS wear ring stays dimensionally stable in hard-water and sediment-laden conditions. The plastic-with-SS-insert impeller resists chemical attack while keeping balance integrity. If your well water has any iron, sulfur, or hardness issues, the 8000 series is the right choice.
Convertible cousin to the 8100 shallow well. NEMA J threaded-shaft motor platform, ½ HP through 1 HP. Push up to 65 GPM in shallow well mode and reach depths to 120 feet with the appropriate deep well ejector. Best fit when you want classic NEMA J motor compatibility with deep-well versatility.
Mirror of the 8200 with NEMA C square flange motor. Same shallow well + ejector deep well capability, same ½ HP through 1 HP range, same brass and plastic impeller options. The right choice when local replacement specs or stocked motors are square flange. Up to 65 GPM shallow / 120 ft deep.
A convertible jet pump alone won't pump from depth. You need (1) the pump on the surface, (2) the matching ejector package down-hole, and (3) twin pipes (drive + return) reaching the ejector. Order the wrong ejector for your casing diameter (2" vs 4") or pump model and the system won't work. Always confirm pump model + casing ID + total depth + static water level before ordering. Call us at 281.664.8000 with these four numbers and we'll match the right ejector first time.
When single-stage pumps can't deliver the pressure you need without going to a much larger HP, multi-stage is the answer. Multiple impellers in series build pressure progressively — same flow, much higher PSI, dramatically better efficiency at irrigation and transfer pressures.
If you need pressure above ~80 PSI from a jet pump, multi-stage is the only efficient option. Single-stage pumps can hit higher pressures only by oversizing HP — wasting electricity and stressing the motor. Multi-stage builds pressure across stages with the same HP, runs cooler, and lasts longer in irrigation duty. Rule of thumb: long pipe runs, sprinkler zones, or systems above 60 PSI working pressure → multi-stage.
A convertible jet pump on the surface only solves half the problem. Pumping from depth requires a matching down-hole ejector that pushes water UP to the pump. Get the ejector wrong and the system won't prime, won't deliver rated flow, or won't deliver any water at all.
(1) Well casing inside diameter (measured at top, not nominal — 2" casings are often 2.07" actual ID, 4" casings are 4.026" Schedule 80 or 4.090" Schedule 40); (2) Static water level (depth from grade to water surface when pump is off); (3) Drawdown (how far does water level drop when pump runs at rated flow?); (4) Total well depth; (5) Required GPM at rated pressure. Call 281.664.8000 with these five numbers and we match the pump + ejector first time.
Most jet pump failures trace to sizing errors: wrong HP for the depth, wrong impeller for the water quality, or mismatched ejector. Three steps to size right.
| Application | Recommended Flow | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Single-bath cabin | 4–6 GPM | ½ HP shallow or convertible adequate |
| 2-bath home | 8–12 GPM | ½–¾ HP, match impeller to water hardness |
| 3-bath home + dishwasher/laundry | 12–18 GPM | ¾–1 HP, high-capacity configuration |
| 4-bath home + irrigation | 18–25 GPM | 1 HP+ or move to multi-stage / submersible |
| Lawn irrigation per zone | 10–20 GPM/zone | Multi-stage if > 60 PSI working pressure |
| Livestock watering (50 head) | 5–8 GPM continuous | Continuous-duty rated, multi-stage preferred |
Total Lift = Static Water Level Depth + Drawdown + Discharge Elevation + Friction Losses
When a jet pump fails, you want it back in service today. We stock the complete Baker repair parts catalog plus common Davey, A.Y. McDonald, and Goulds service kits — including the small parts that nobody else has on the shelf.
Text or email a photo of the existing pump nameplate, controller label, or failed component to sales@watermainsupply.com. We cross-reference any Baker, Davey, A.Y. McDonald, or Goulds part number same-day. 281.664.8000.
Free system sizing with every quote. Same-day shipping on Baker, A.Y. McDonald, and Davey jet pumps from Houston stock.
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