Shurflo Macerator & Waste Pumps
Shurflo Macerator & Waste Pumps: Built for the Toughest Evacuation Jobs
When it comes to reliable waste evacuation on the water or on the road, Shurflo has earned a hard-won reputation for engineering pumps that simply get the job done. Macerator and waste pumps are among the most demanding components in any marine or RV sanitation system, and Shurflo’s purpose-built lineup meets that challenge head-on with a combination of smart design, durable materials, and safety-conscious engineering.
Purpose-Built for Sanitation and Fish Box Evacuation
Shurflo’s macerator pumps are designed specifically for sanitation waste and fish box evacuations, making them a practical solution across both recreational boating and RV applications. Unlike general-purpose pumps pressed into service for waste handling, Shurflo’s macerator series is engineered from the ground up to handle solid-laden waste streams efficiently and safely.
Signature Engineering Features
What sets Shurflo apart in this category is a suite of tightly integrated design elements. Run-dry capability is a standout feature—the premium impeller design allows the pump to operate without damage even when fluid supply is interrupted, a common scenario in waste evacuation applications. The motor features a seamless shell with an e-coated finish and O-ring sealed end bells, providing robust protection against moisture intrusion in the harsh marine and sanitation environments these pumps inhabit.
At the heart of the pumping mechanism is Shurflo’s unique dual-blade and housing construction. Stainless steel serrated blades work in concert with the housing geometry to macerate solids efficiently, ensuring problem-free pumping even under challenging conditions. A sealed manual turn key rounds out the motor assembly, contributing to long-term reliability.
- Run-dry capability: Protects the pump when waste supply is temporarily interrupted
- Dual stainless steel serrated blades: Effectively macerates solids for trouble-free discharge
- Seamless e-coated motor shell: Seals out moisture and resists corrosion
- O-ring sealed end bells: Extra protection against liquid ingress
- Thermal protection: Automatically guards the motor against overheating
- Ignition protection: Critical safety feature for enclosed marine environments
- CE Listed: Meets international safety and compliance standards
- Self-priming capability: Handles vertical lift for flexible installation configurations
Performance You Can Count On
Shurflo’s 12V DC macerator pumps deliver up to 13 GPM flow rates, making short work of waste evacuation tasks. Available in multiple port configurations—including standard and 180° port orientations—these pumps offer installation flexibility to accommodate tight engine compartments and varied boat or RV layouts. With a 1-1/2" inlet (barb or NPT) and a 1" outlet barb, integration into existing sanitation plumbing is straightforward.
Why Shurflo for Waste Pumping?
Shurflo, now a part of Pentair, has been manufacturing pumps for marine and RV applications since 1968, and that depth of experience shows in the details of its macerator lineup. The combination of ignition protection, thermal safeguards, run-dry capability, and a corrosion-resistant motor construction makes these pumps genuinely suited for the harsh realities of onboard sanitation duty. For anyone managing a holding tank system on a vessel or motorhome, Shurflo’s macerator and waste pumps represent a well-proven, dependable solution backed by decades of fluid-handling expertise.