Liberty 287 Cast-Iron Sump / Effluent Pump with Vertical Magnetic Float (VMF) — ½ HP
The Liberty 287 Sump Pump: Power and Reliability for Tight Spaces
The Liberty 287 features a **Vertical Magnetic Float (VMF)** switch, perfect for sump pits with limited diameter (as small as 10?). It maintains all of the durability and performance of the 280-series base pump—cast iron housing, stainless hardware, and oil-filled motor—while offering a compact float mechanism.
Key Features & Benefits
- VMF vertical float switch suited for tight pits (minimum 10? diameter)
- ½ HP motor with robust vortex impeller and ¾ in. solids handling :
- Uni-body cast iron construction with epoxy coating and stainless hardware
- Quick-connect cord access for maintenance without disturbing the motor seal
Specifications
| Model | 287 |
| Horsepower | ½ HP |
| Float Type | Vertical Magnetic Float (VMF) |
| Discharge | 1½ in. FNPT |
| Solids Handling | ¾ in. |
| Shut-off Head | 37 ft |
| Max Flow | ~62 GPM @ 5 ft head |
| Fluid Temp (Cont.) | 104 °F |
| Intermittent Temp | 140 °F |
Applications
- Sump pits with limited diameter where vertical float switches are necessary
- Residential and effluent systems needing compact float operation
The Liberty 287 is ideal for tight spaces, delivering full 280-series pumping performance with a compact vertical float switch design.
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Liberty 287 Cast-Iron Sump / Effluent Pump with Vertical Magnetic Float (VMF) — ½ HP
Liberty 287 Cast-Iron Sump / Effluent Pump with Vertical Magnetic Float (VMF) — ½ HP
The Liberty 287 Sump Pump: Power and Reliability for Tight Spaces
The Liberty 287 features a **Vertical Magnetic Float (VMF)** switch, perfect for sump pits with limited diameter (as small as 10?). It maintains all of the durability and performance of the 280-series base pump—cast iron housing, stainless hardware, and oil-filled motor—while offering a compact float mechanism.
Key Features & Benefits
- VMF vertical float switch suited for tight pits (minimum 10? diameter)
- ½ HP motor with robust vortex impeller and ¾ in. solids handling :
- Uni-body cast iron construction with epoxy coating and stainless hardware
- Quick-connect cord access for maintenance without disturbing the motor seal
Specifications
| Model | 287 |
| Horsepower | ½ HP |
| Float Type | Vertical Magnetic Float (VMF) |
| Discharge | 1½ in. FNPT |
| Solids Handling | ¾ in. |
| Shut-off Head | 37 ft |
| Max Flow | ~62 GPM @ 5 ft head |
| Fluid Temp (Cont.) | 104 °F |
| Intermittent Temp | 140 °F |
Applications
- Sump pits with limited diameter where vertical float switches are necessary
- Residential and effluent systems needing compact float operation
The Liberty 287 is ideal for tight spaces, delivering full 280-series pumping performance with a compact vertical float switch design.
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The Liberty 287 Sump Pump: Power and Reliability for Tight Spaces
The Liberty 287 features a **Vertical Magnetic Float (VMF)** switch, perfect for sump pits with limited diameter (as small as 10?). It maintains all of the durability and performance of the 280-series base pump—cast iron housing, stainless hardware, and oil-filled motor—while offering a compact float mechanism.
Key Features & Benefits
- VMF vertical float switch suited for tight pits (minimum 10? diameter)
- ½ HP motor with robust vortex impeller and ¾ in. solids handling :
- Uni-body cast iron construction with epoxy coating and stainless hardware
- Quick-connect cord access for maintenance without disturbing the motor seal
Specifications
| Model | 287 |
| Horsepower | ½ HP |
| Float Type | Vertical Magnetic Float (VMF) |
| Discharge | 1½ in. FNPT |
| Solids Handling | ¾ in. |
| Shut-off Head | 37 ft |
| Max Flow | ~62 GPM @ 5 ft head |
| Fluid Temp (Cont.) | 104 °F |
| Intermittent Temp | 140 °F |
Applications
- Sump pits with limited diameter where vertical float switches are necessary
- Residential and effluent systems needing compact float operation
The Liberty 287 is ideal for tight spaces, delivering full 280-series pumping performance with a compact vertical float switch design.











