By: Torben Lonne
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Rule is perhaps the most common bilge pump brand found on recreational boats. A brand owned by the Xylem Group, Rule is a leader in centrifugal electric boat pumps ranging from shower sumps to live baitwell pumps. Their midrange heavy-duty Rule-Mate automatic bilge pump checks the boxes for performance as well as technology designed to protect your boat and the waterways it’s sailing on.
Our Overall Review
We have thoroughly tested - and read reviews from other experts and users. In summary, this is what we think:
Things we like:
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Reliable, heavy-duty bilge pump -
Automatic with internal water detection (No-external float switch necessary)
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Technology to recognize oil concentration to prevent the accidental discharge of oil
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High pumping capacity at low battery voltages
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Backflow preventer
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3-year warranty
Things we don't like:
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Confusing wire color coding for leads -
Short wire leads
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Limited mounting options
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Our Overall Review
We have thoroughly tested - and read reviews from other experts and users. In summary, this is what we think:
Things we like:
-
Reliable, heavy-duty bilge pump
-
Automatic with internal water detection (No-external float switch necessary)
-
Technology to recognize oil concentration to prevent the accidental discharge of oil
-
High pumping capacity at low battery voltages
-
Backflow preventer
-
3-year warranty
Things we don't like:
-
Confusing wire color coding for leads
-
Short wire leads
-
Limited mounting options
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