As water flow demand changes with our everyday needs at home, so do the demands placed on our booster pump. Discover how inverter technology can provide consistent pressure, efficient water flow, quiet operation and improved energy efficiency.
You turn on the shower and the water pressure is exactly how you want it. At the same time, however, someone opens another tap and the experience changes. The pressure you feel changes as the demand for water flow increases.
And this is where the way your booster pump operates really matters.
On/Off vs Inverter: What’s the Difference?
In a conventional On/Off system, the pump always starts at maximum power. It is a simple and proven solution that can meet the needs of smaller applications.
An inverter booster pump works differently.
Instead of operating in this way, the inverter adjusts the operating frequency of the pump according to the demand for water flow.
Put simply, the booster pump adapts to the needs of the home at that particular moment.
What Does This Mean in Everyday Life?
The most important difference is consistent water pressure.
As the demand for water flow changes, the booster pump adjusts its operation to maintain the desired pressure at a constant level. This means greater comfort when different water outlets are being used around the home.
Demand-based operation can also help reduce energy consumption, as the pump does not need to operate continuously at maximum power when demand is lower.
At the same time, more controlled operation can provide another important benefit for the home: less noise.
EBARA Hydrostation: The Technology in Practice
The EBARA Hydrostation has been specifically designed to increase water pressure in residential applications, combining a pump, inverter and high-efficiency motor in one compact system.
Its variable-frequency technology adjusts pump operation to maintain constant pressure, while its IE5 permanent magnet motor contributes to high energy efficiency.
For everyday living, however, there is another important detail: the Hydrostation has been designed for particularly low noise levels, below 43 dB(A) under optimal operating conditions.
In addition, its compact design reduces the space required for installation, while Bluetooth® connectivity and the Hydrostation app allow settings to be adjusted and the system to be controlled from a smartphone.
When Does Inverter Technology Make a Difference?
An On/Off booster pump can meet the needs of a smaller installation with simpler and fewer requirements.
In more demanding installations, however, there may be significant differences in elevation, longer distances, a larger number of sanitary fixtures and rain showers requiring high water flow. In these situations, water demand can vary frequently. When constant pressure, comfort, quiet operation and energy efficiency are priorities, an inverter system can offer significant advantages.
That is why choosing a booster pump should not begin with the technology alone. It should begin with the actual needs of the home.
At Hydrotherm, the right solution starts with understanding the installation and its requirements, so that the booster pump selected can provide the pressure, performance and comfort the space needs.
