Pump Performance Comparison

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10 Pumps Analyzed
480.0 m³/hr Required
114.3 m Head Required
Application Requirements
Flow Rate: 480.0 m³/hr
Head: 114.3 m
Application: Water Supply
Liquid: Clean Water

📊 Detailed Performance Comparison

Compare key specifications and performance metrics across all pump options

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Parameter
VBK 35-22 3 Stage
5/6 MEDI 2P
5/6 MEDIVANE 2P
APE DWU - 150
VBK 35-22.5 3 STAGE
6/8 GME
6/8 DME
6/8 DMP
8/8 GME 4P
150-125-315
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Overall Score 83.9/100 78.3/100 78.3/100 74.3/100 73.6/100 70.7/100 70.5/100 70.5/100 67.6/100 66.5/100
Pump Type
Efficiency (%) 50.5% 79.4% 79.4% 74.5% 81.0% 81.1% 80.0% 80.0% 79.3% 78.0%
Power Consumption (kW) 296.0 189.0 189.0 200.8 184.6 227.6 186.9 186.9 225.4 191.7
Head Accuracy 114.3m 114.7m 114.7m 114.3m 114.3m 141.1m 114.3m 114.3m 136.7m 114.3m
Impeller Size (mm)
Operating Point Within Range Within Range Within Range Within Range Within Range Within Range Within Range Within Range Within Range Within Range
Selection Reason Efficiency: 50.5%, Head error: 0.0% Efficiency: 79.4%, Head error: 0.0% Efficiency: 79.4%, Head error: 0.0% Efficiency: 74.5%, Head error: 0.0% Efficiency: 81.0%, Head error: 0.0% Efficiency: 81.1%, Head error: 0.0% Efficiency: 80.0%, Head error: 0.0% Efficiency: 80.0%, Head error: 0.0% Efficiency: 79.3%, Head error: 0.0% Efficiency: 78.0%, Head error: 0.0%
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* Indicates extrapolated values beyond tested curve range

💰 Lifecycle Cost Analysis

Compare operating costs and long-term financial impact over 10-year lifespan

Annual Energy Cost
VBK 35-22 3 Stage
R6,483,451/year
296.0 kW × 8760h × R2.49/kWh
5/6 MEDI 2P
R4,139,713/year
189.0 kW × 8760h × R2.49/kWh
5/6 MEDIVANE 2P
R4,139,713/year
189.0 kW × 8760h × R2.49/kWh
APE DWU - 150
R4,397,235/year
200.8 kW × 8760h × R2.49/kWh
VBK 35-22.5 3 STAGE
R4,042,652/year
184.6 kW × 8760h × R2.49/kWh
6/8 GME
R4,983,849/year
227.6 kW × 8760h × R2.49/kWh
6/8 DME
R4,092,694/year
186.9 kW × 8760h × R2.49/kWh
6/8 DMP
R4,092,694/year
186.9 kW × 8760h × R2.49/kWh
8/8 GME 4P
R4,937,005/year
225.4 kW × 8760h × R2.49/kWh
150-125-315
R4,197,617/year
191.7 kW × 8760h × R2.49/kWh
10-Year Total Cost
VBK 35-22 3 Stage
R114,835
Initial + 10-year energy cost
5/6 MEDI 2P
R91,397
Initial + 10-year energy cost
5/6 MEDIVANE 2P
R91,397
Initial + 10-year energy cost
APE DWU - 150
R93,972
Initial + 10-year energy cost
VBK 35-22.5 3 STAGE
R90,427
Initial + 10-year energy cost
6/8 GME
R99,838
Initial + 10-year energy cost
6/8 DME
R90,927
Initial + 10-year energy cost
6/8 DMP
R90,927
Initial + 10-year energy cost
8/8 GME 4P
R99,370
Initial + 10-year energy cost
150-125-315
R91,976
Initial + 10-year energy cost
Annual Cost Comparison
VBK 35-22 3 Stage
Baseline
Reference point
5/6 MEDI 2P
+R2,343,738/year
Cost savings vs baseline
5/6 MEDIVANE 2P
+R2,343,738/year
Cost savings vs baseline
APE DWU - 150
+R2,086,216/year
Cost savings vs baseline
VBK 35-22.5 3 STAGE
+R2,440,799/year
Cost savings vs baseline
6/8 GME
+R1,499,602/year
Cost savings vs baseline
6/8 DME
+R2,390,757/year
Cost savings vs baseline
6/8 DMP
+R2,390,757/year
Cost savings vs baseline
8/8 GME 4P
+R1,546,447/year
Cost savings vs baseline
150-125-315
+R2,285,834/year
Cost savings vs baseline
Cost Analysis Summary
Most Efficient: 6/8 GME (81.1% efficiency)
Lowest Operating Cost: VBK 35-22.5 3 STAGE (R4,042,652/year)
Annual Cost Range: R2,440,799 difference between highest and lowest
10-Year Impact: R24,407,988 total savings potential

🔧 Individual Pump Overview

Detailed cards view with performance metrics and direct actions for each pump option

BEST MATCH

VBK 35-22 3 Stage

83.9
Overall Score
Efficiency 50.5%
Power 296.0 kW
Head 114.3 m
Impeller mm
Manufacturer APE Pumps
description Full Report
RANK 2

5/6 MEDI 2P

78.3
Overall Score
Efficiency 79.4%
Power 189.0 kW
Head 114.7 m
Impeller mm
Manufacturer APE Pumps
description Full Report
RANK 3

5/6 MEDIVANE 2P

78.3
Overall Score
Efficiency 79.4%
Power 189.0 kW
Head 114.7 m
Impeller mm
Manufacturer APE Pumps
description Full Report
RANK 4

APE DWU - 150

74.3
Overall Score
Efficiency 74.5%
Power 200.8 kW
Head 114.3 m
Impeller mm
Manufacturer APE Pumps
description Full Report
RANK 5

VBK 35-22.5 3 STAGE

73.6
Overall Score
Efficiency 81.0%
Power 184.6 kW
Head 114.3 m
Impeller mm
Manufacturer APE Pumps
description Full Report
RANK 6

6/8 GME

70.7
Overall Score
Efficiency 81.1%
Power 227.6 kW
Head 141.1 m
Impeller mm
Manufacturer APE Pumps
description Full Report
RANK 7

6/8 DME

70.5
Overall Score
Efficiency 80.0%
Power 186.9 kW
Head 114.3 m
Impeller mm
Manufacturer APE Pumps
description Full Report
RANK 8

6/8 DMP

70.5
Overall Score
Efficiency 80.0%
Power 186.9 kW
Head 114.3 m
Impeller mm
Manufacturer APE Pumps
description Full Report
RANK 9

8/8 GME 4P

67.6
Overall Score
Efficiency 79.3%
Power 225.4 kW
Head 136.7 m
Impeller mm
Manufacturer APE Pumps
description Full Report
RANK 10

150-125-315

66.5
Overall Score
Efficiency 78.0%
Power 191.7 kW
Head 114.3 m
Impeller mm
Manufacturer APE Pumps
description Full Report
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