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Product overview

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Best for

Water transfer

High-pressure pumping

Farm and utility use

General pumping applications

The Aico Japan AKCP180 Booster Pump is a powerful 3HP single-phase water pump designed for pressure boosting, water transfer, irrigation and general domestic or commercial water supply applications.

With a maximum head of 52 metres, a flow rate of up to 160 litres per minute, and 1.5-inch inlet/outlet connections, it is suitable for homes, apartments, farms, shops and other installations where strong and consistent water pressure is required.

💧 Key Features

  • ⚡ 3HP motor
  • 🔌 Single-phase power supply
  • 💧 Maximum flow rate: 160L/min
  • 📏 Maximum head: 52 metres
  • 🔩 1.5-inch connection size
  • 🚿 Suitable for pressure boosting
  • 🌾 Suitable for irrigation and water transfer
  • 🏠 Ideal for residential and commercial use
  • 🛠️ Heavy-duty cast pump housing
  • ⚙️ Strong centrifugal pumping performance
  • 💪 Designed for continuous water-pressure applications
  • 🇯🇵 Aico Japan branded pump

🚿 Strong Water Pressure

With a maximum head of 52 metres, the AKCP180 is suitable for boosting water pressure to elevated tanks, multi-storey buildings and longer pipe runs.

This makes it useful where ordinary domestic pumps may not provide enough pressure.

💧 High Flow Performance

The pump can deliver up to 160 litres per minute, making it suitable for applications requiring both good pressure and high water volume.

Typical uses include:

  • 🏠 Home water-pressure boosting
  • 🏢 Apartment and building water supply
  • 🌾 Irrigation systems
  • 🚰 Tank-to-tank water transfer
  • 🧼 Washing and cleaning systems
  • 🏪 Shops and commercial premises
  • 🚿 Multiple outlet water supply
  • 🌱 Garden watering

⚙️ 3HP Single-Phase Motor

The 3HP single-phase motor allows the pump to be used in locations with standard single-phase electrical supply, making it more practical for homes, farms and small commercial sites.

✅ Benefits

  • Strong 52m pumping head
  • High 160L/min flow rate
  • 3HP motor for dependable performance
  • Single-phase convenience
  • 1.5-inch connections
  • Suitable for pressure boosting and irrigation
  • Heavy-duty construction
  • Ideal for domestic and commercial installations

⚠️ Installation Notes

  • 🚰 Prime the pump before operation where required
  • 💧 Do not run the pump dry
  • 🔌 Use correctly rated electrical protection
  • 🛡️ Install suitable overload protection
  • 📏 Use the correct pipe diameter to avoid restricting flow
  • 🌍 Ensure proper earthing
  • 🔧 Professional installation is recommended
  • 🚿 A pressure tank or pressure controller may be required for automatic booster applications

Technical details

Specifications

  • 🏷️ Brand: Aico Japan
  • 🔢 Model: AKCP180
  • ⚡ Motor Power: 3HP
  • 🔌 Phase: Single Phase
  • 📏 Maximum Head: 52 metres
  • 💧 Maximum Flow / Volume: 160 litres per minute
  • 🔩 Connection Size: 1.5 inches
  • ⚙️ Pump Type: Centrifugal / Booster Pump
  • 🏠 Application: Water boosting, transfer and irrigation
  • 🧱 Construction: Heavy-duty metal pump body
  • 🚰 Recommended Medium: Clean water

Package contents

What is included

1 x Aico Japan ACP50ZPHP high-pressure water pump

Questions and answers

Before you order

What is the power of the pump?
It is rated at 3HP.

Is it single phase or three phase?
This model is single phase.

What is the maximum head?
The maximum head is 52 metres.

What is the maximum flow rate?
Up to 160 litres per minute.

What size pipe connection does it use?
It uses 1.5-inch connections.

Can it be used as a booster pump?
Yes. It is suitable for boosting water pressure in homes, buildings and commercial installations.

Can it be used for irrigation?
Yes. Its high flow rate and pressure make it suitable for garden and agricultural irrigation.

Can it pump water to an elevated tank?
Yes, provided the total static height and pipe losses remain within the pump's 52m head capability.

Can it run automatically?
Yes, when paired with a compatible pressure controller, pressure switch or pressure tank system.

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