52m AKCP180 Aico Japan Booster Pump – 3HP, 1.25 Inches, 160L/min, Single Phase

The 52m AKCP180 Aico Japan Booster Pump is a powerful water pressure boosting solution designed for residential, commercial, agricultural and institutional water systems. Equipped with a dependable 3HP single-phase electric motor, it provides strong and consistent water delivery for installations requiring increased pressure and high-volume water transfer.

With a maximum pumping head of 52 metres and a maximum flow rate of 160 litres per minute, the AKCP180 can efficiently supply elevated storage tanks, multi-storey buildings, irrigation networks and multiple water outlets. Its larger 1.25-inch inlet and outlet connections support increased water movement while helping to minimise unnecessary flow restriction.

The single-phase configuration makes the pump suitable for locations with standard single-phase electricity while still providing heavy-duty pumping capacity. This makes it a practical solution for homes, farms, hotels, schools, apartment buildings and commercial facilities.

Supplied and verified by Macire, the AKCP180 is selected for dependable operation under Kenyan water supply conditions. Macire provides technical guidance, genuine products, nationwide delivery and reliable after-sales support.

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System Architecture & Configuration

Motor System

• Powerful 3HP electric motor
• Single-phase power configuration
• Air-cooled motor design
• Efficient electrical operation
• Designed for demanding pressure-boosting applications
• Suitable for regular residential and commercial operation

Hydraulic System

• Maximum head of 52 metres
• Maximum flow rate of 160L/min
• 1.25-inch suction connection
• 1.25-inch discharge connection
• Centrifugal water pumping mechanism
• High-volume water delivery
• Stable pressure performance

Construction

• Heavy-duty pump housing
• Durable motor casing
• Strong inlet and discharge ports
• Corrosion-resistant external finish
• Stable mounting base
• Robust construction for demanding installations

Safety & Operation

• Enclosed rotating pump components
• Motor cooling ventilation
• Stable fixed-installation design
• Suitable for pumping clean water
• Compatible with suitable electrical protection devices
• Designed for controlled domestic and commercial water systems

Technical Specifications

Typical operating conditions recommended by Macire.

Key Features

• Powerful 3HP single-phase electric motor
• Maximum pumping head of 52 metres
• High water flow of up to 160L/min
• Large 1.25-inch inlet and outlet connections
• Strong and consistent water pressure
• Efficient centrifugal pumping system
• Suitable for elevated storage tanks
• Supports multiple water outlets
• Heavy-duty pump construction
• Reliable air-cooled motor
• Suitable for residential and commercial installations
• Ideal for irrigation and farm water distribution
• Easy integration into compatible plumbing systems
• Verified and supported by Macire

Applications

🏠 Residential water pressure boosting

🏢 Apartments and multi-storey buildings

🏨 Hotels, resorts and accommodation facilities

🏫 Schools, colleges and universities

🏥 Hospitals and healthcare facilities

🌾 Farm water distribution

🌿 Irrigation and sprinkler systems

🚿 Multiple showers and water outlets

🏭 Commercial water transfer

💧 Elevated storage tank filling

🏛 Government and institutional facilities

🏘 Estates and gated communities

🐄 Livestock watering systems

Installation & Engineering Notes

• Install the pump on a firm, dry and level surface.
• Use correctly sized 1.25-inch suction and discharge pipes.
• Avoid reducing the suction pipe diameter.
• Keep the suction pipe as short and direct as possible.
• Ensure all suction connections are airtight.
• Install a foot valve or non-return valve where required.
• Prime the pump completely before initial operation.
• Do not operate the pump without water.
• Confirm that the electrical supply matches the single-phase motor requirements.
• Use a correctly rated circuit breaker, isolator and motor protection device.
• Ensure the electrical installation is completed by a qualified technician.
• Protect the motor from rain, flooding and direct water exposure.
• Macire can provide technical guidance and product support.

Care, Maintenance & Operations

• Check the pump regularly for water leakage.
• Inspect the electrical cables and terminals periodically.
• Clean the suction strainer when necessary.
• Keep motor ventilation openings clean and unobstructed.
• Inspect pipe connections for air entry or water loss.
• Avoid pumping water containing sand, mud or abrasive particles.
• Stop the pump if unusual noise, vibration or overheating occurs.
• Check the mechanical seals during routine servicing.
• Protect the pump from freezing, flooding and direct rainfall.
• Tighten mounting bolts and plumbing fittings periodically.
• Service the pump according to operating conditions.
• Genuine spare parts and technical support are available through Macire.

Do’s & Don’ts

✅ Do’s

• Prime the pump before starting.
• Install the pump on a stable foundation.
• Use the recommended pipe diameter.
• Ensure suction connections are airtight.
• Use clean water only.
• Install suitable electrical protection.
• Inspect the pump regularly for leaks.
• Follow recommended maintenance intervals.
• Use genuine replacement parts.
• Consult Macire for technical guidance.

❌ Don’ts

• Do not run the pump dry.
• Do not pump muddy, sandy or chemically aggressive water.
• Do not expose the electric motor to rain or flooding.
• Do not use damaged electrical cables.
• Do not block the motor ventilation openings.
• Do not exceed the recommended operating conditions.
• Do not install an undersized suction pipe.
• Do not operate the pump with leaking connections.
• Do not switch the pump repeatedly within short intervals.
• Do not service the pump while connected to electricity.

Compatibility

Compatible with:

• 1.25-inch water pipes
• Elevated water storage tanks
• Ground-level storage tanks
• Pressure control switches
• Automatic pump controllers
• Pressure tanks
• Non-return valves
• Foot valves
• Suction strainers
• Irrigation networks
• Sprinkler systems
• Domestic plumbing systems
• Commercial water distribution systems
• Genuine Macire replacement parts

Performance Table

Performance depends on installation conditions, suction depth, pipe length, pipe diameter, elevation and proper maintenance as recommended by Macire.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is the AKCP180 suitable for home water pressure boosting?

Yes. It is suitable for large homes, estates and residential buildings requiring strong and consistent pressure across several water outlets.

2. Can it pump water to an elevated storage tank?

Yes. Its maximum head of 52 metres makes it suitable for supplying elevated tanks, subject to the actual elevation, pipe length and installation conditions.

3. Is the AKCP180 a single-phase pump?

Yes. This model operates on a single-phase electrical supply.

4. What is the maximum flow rate?

The AKCP180 delivers a maximum flow rate of up to 160 litres per minute.

5. What pipe size does the pump use?

It uses 1.25-inch suction and discharge connections.

6. Can it supply several water outlets?

Yes. Its 3HP motor and high flow capacity make it suitable for supplying multiple outlets when correctly sized and installed.

7. Can the AKCP180 be used for irrigation?

Yes. It is suitable for garden irrigation, sprinkler systems, farm water distribution and livestock watering.

8. Can it pump dirty water?

No. The AKCP180 is designed for clean water. Sand, mud and abrasive particles may damage the internal pump components.

9. Can Macire deliver nationwide?

Yes. Macire offers delivery throughout Kenya.

10. Are spare parts available?

Yes. Genuine spare parts and technical support are available through Macire.

11. Does Macire provide after-sales support?

Yes. Macire provides technical guidance, product verification and reliable after-sales support.

Why Buy from Macire

• Genuine Aico Japan products
• Product verification before dispatch
• Nationwide delivery across Kenya
• Technical product guidance
• Genuine spare parts support
• Reliable after-sales service
• Experienced technical team
• Trusted Kenyan water equipment supplier
• Competitive pricing
• Long-term customer support

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