Johnson Pump Ultra Ballast Pump

Johnson Talulah 13.5 GPM Ballast Pump

The Johnson Talulah Ballast Pump delivers high performance in a smaller package. This pump is designed to quickly fill or, when reversed, drain a ballast tank at a rate of more than 45 1/min (12GPM). Capable of pumping fresh or sea water, the pump's robust design can handle the rigors of continuous duty usage. This ballast pump is ideal for systems with tank monitoring for overfill and protection against dry-run while emptying. Pump is Retrofit Ready for existing wake and watersport boats with approved electrical and plumbing specifications.

Key Features:

Self-priming

Less Battery Draw

Ball Bearing Design with Bronze Head

Thermal Overload (Run Dry) Motor Protection

High performance and high output for intermittent duty cycles

Retrofit Ready for existing wake and watersport boats

Versatile High Volume Connection Options

3 Year Warranty

Complies with USCG 183.410 & ISO 8846 (Ignition Protection)

Specifications:

Flow: 13.5 GPM

Voltage: 13.6 VDC

Connection: External 1" standard hose, internal 1/2" NPT (female)

Minimum Hose Size: 1"

Wire Size: Min. 12 AWG

Fuse Size: 25 A

Amp Draw @ Pumping: 14A

Amp Draw @ Reversal: Up to 18A

Impeller Kit: 09-824P-2

Dimensions: 8"L x 4.72"W x 3.54"H

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Frequently Asked Questions

• What is the Johnson Talulah 13.5 GPM Ballast Pump designed for? The Johnson Talulah 13.5 GPM Ballast Pump is designed to quickly fill or drain ballast tanks when reversed. It can pump fresh or sea water and is intended for ballast systems on wake and watersport boats, including retrofit applications with approved electrical and plumbing specifications.
• How fast does the Johnson Talulah Ballast Pump fill or drain a ballast tank? The Johnson Talulah Ballast Pump has a listed flow rate of 13.5 GPM at 13.6 VDC. When reversed, it can drain a ballast tank, making the pump suitable for systems that require both filling and draining capabilities.
• Can the Johnson Talulah 13.5 GPM Ballast Pump handle fresh and sea water? Yes. The Johnson Talulah Ballast Pump is designed to pump both fresh water and sea water. Its robust construction is intended to handle continuous-duty usage, while the motor includes thermal overload protection for run-dry conditions.
• What electrical requirements does the Johnson Talulah Ballast Pump have? The Johnson Talulah Ballast Pump operates at 13.6 VDC and draws 14 amps while pumping, with up to 18 amps during reversal. The specified minimum wire size is 12 AWG, and the listed fuse size is 25 amps.
• What hose and connection sizes are required for the Johnson Talulah Ballast Pump? The Johnson Talulah Ballast Pump uses an external 1-inch standard hose connection and an internal 1/2-inch NPT female connection. The specified minimum hose size is 1 inch. Verify the electrical and plumbing specifications before installing the pump as a retrofit.
• Does the Johnson Talulah Ballast Pump have run-dry protection? Yes. The Johnson Talulah Ballast Pump features thermal overload motor protection for run-dry conditions. The product is also intended for systems with tank monitoring for overfill and protection against dry-running while emptying the ballast tank.