I am pumping from a 250 gal tank with a hose attached at the bottom, or a drop tube dropped in from the top. works good both ways.pump shuts off when it reaches the max pressure output. I don't pump as far as you are trying to, but at about half that distance it is just like I had it hooked to the home connection.
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NorthStar NSQ Series 12V On-Demand Sprayer Diaphragm Pump, 5.5 GPM

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- Automatically turns off when no flow is required to conserve battery power
- Unique pressure switch design slowly cycles the pump for reduced switch and motor wear
- Patented DXS-3® valves are made with chemical-resistant Viton® for faster priming, better performance and longer life
- Santoprene™ diaphragm for reliability and longer life
- Innovative smooth valve design for faster priming and longer life
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- (1) Sprayer diaphragm pump
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UNMATCHED PERFORMANCE
Elevate your spraying tasks with the NorthStar’s on-demand operation, DESIGNED FOR BOTH SPOT and BROADCAST APPLICATIONS, ensuring you work smarter, not harder
SMART OPERATION
Intelligent design features such as the UNIQUE PRESSURE SWITCH and AUTOMATIC SHUTOFF ENHANCE LONGEVITY and conserve energy, making your tasks more efficient
CHEMICAL ENDURANCE
With a build that’s resistant to harsh chemicals and specifically approved for Roundup® use, this pump promises RELIABILITY ACROSS A RANGE OF AGRICULTURAL APPLICATIONS
BUILT TO LAST
Experience the DURABILITY and PERFORMANCE OF PATENTED DXS-3® VALVES paired with a Santoprene™ diaphragm, designed for fast priming and extended service life
FLEXIBILITY IN USE
Enjoy the convenience of a SELF-PRIMING PUMP that easily integrates with your existing equipment, offering flexibility and ease of use no matter the job size
Features + Benefits

- Automatically turns off when no flow is required to conserve battery power
- Unique pressure switch design slowly cycles the pump for reduced switch and motor wear
- Patented DXS-3® valves are made with chemical-resistant Viton® for faster priming, better performance and longer life
- Santoprene™ diaphragm for reliability and longer life
- Innovative smooth valve design for faster priming and longer life
- Fiberglass reinforced polypropylene pump manifold for superior durability and resistance to chemicals
- Compatible with Roundup® agricultural brand herbicides
- All components in fluid path have been tested and approved for Roundup use
- Self-priming up to 12 feet above liquid level
- 12 Volts
- Standard mounting pattern
- Fits all NorthStar sprayers and most other brands
Key Specs
| Attribute | Specification |
|---|---|
item# | 2685561 |
Brand | NorthStar |
Manufacturer's Warranty | 2 year limited warranty |
Ship Weight | 7.16 LB |
Max. PSI | 60 |
Max. Flow Rate | 5.5 GPM |
| Attribute | Specification |
|---|---|
Volts | 12 |
Amps | 17 |
Inlet Port | 1/2 |
Outlet Port | 1/2 |
Self-Priming | Yes |
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· 11 years ago
Can this be used to water from a 275 gallon tank?
Can this pump be used to create watering system for plants and flowers. I would like to add this pump after a 275 gallon plastic tote and then add 50-75ft of hose with a regular garden hose pistol (on the shower setting). Will the pump still shut on/off when the hand trigger is shut on/off. What kind of flow could I expect at the end of the hose 75ft away?
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1Rainman· 8 years ago
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1Bulldog691· 11 years ago
Don't know how much I'll help but I have 50' of 3/8 hose on my sprayer and it doesn't even strain to pressurize it. The pump has 1/2' inlet and outlet but most garden hose is 5/8'. I have no doubt it would pressurize the hose but not for sure if it would have enough flow.
As far as shutting off, it would shut off when the hose was up to rated pressure.
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NorthstarExpert13· 11 years ago
This pump is designed to be used with a 1/2" hose and will push water through a 75' hose. There is not a way to determine what kind of flow there would be because there are too many variables involved.
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· 12 years ago
What distance will this pump spray in a vertical direction?
I use my 14 gallon tank and pump to spray a bleach/water mix on my house for cleaning (Vinyl Siding). I want a pump that can spray approx. 28 ft. Will this one work?
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Farmer91· 10 years ago
yes, the pressure is awesome.
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EcotecPestLLC· 12 years ago
It will more than work. It will deliver 5.5gpm and cover about 300 sq. ft.
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NorthstarExpert12· 12 years ago
The NorthStar 5.5 GPM Pump could provide up to 30 feet of spray in a vertical direction. This pump is not approved to be used with bleach.
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· 12 years ago
12 volt pump
Advertisement says 12 volt pump (2685561) puts out 5.5 Gpm at @ 60 psi. is this accurate or is the 5.5 gal gpm a free flow rating?
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Farmer91· 10 years ago
Yes its accurate. I have timed it while pumping out 35 gal water tank.
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elkcountygirl· 12 years ago
I was using a boomless spray system and not the wand in my application of spraying pasture. The wand would put out a lot more but you need to invest in a good wand not the cheap ones that come with a spray tank. I do not believe the 5.5 is accurate but it is a lot better delivery than the lower gpm pumps.
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NorthstarExpert9· 12 years ago
This pump puts out 5.5gpm @ 60 psi, there is no free flow option for this pump.
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· 13 years ago
Would this be the proper pump to go between a watertank and pressurewasher?
4 gpm pressurewasher but want to make sure has sufficient flow is why looking at larger one
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Farmer91· 10 years ago
It will def. work. I used it for that purpose yesterday. It cycled on and off about once per second.
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gstock002· 12 years ago
Yes, I think it does have the volume to do that, but make sure your suction and discharge lines are both 1/2" all the way. I tested with a 1/2" line and I think the 5.5 GPM rating is likely a bit low. I'm sure you will do this, but don't forget to take volume/pressure increases or losses into account for elevation changes between your water source and pressure washer. Hope this helps.
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NorthstarExpert13· 13 years ago
This On-Demand Diaphragm Pump will provide enough water at 5.5 GPM to feed a pressure washer that requires 4.0 GPM
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· 6 years ago
Is there a toggle switch for on/off ? Or is it "ON" once the battery connection is made?
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FrustratedWithPump· 6 years ago
No toggle switch: It'll come on once connected to the battery.
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NorthstarExpert13· 6 years ago
The NorthStar 12V On-Demand Pump has the option for a remote switch kit, item 94992. Please see recommendation below.
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· 7 years ago
Can this pump be mounted in a vertical position?
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schroederdog· 6 years ago
It can be mounted vertical as long as the pump head is on the bottom.
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NorthStarExperts· 7 years ago
It can only be mounted vertically with the pump head facing down.
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· 11 years ago
Can this pump be used to pump herbacides such as Round Up or Poast?
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1Bulldog691· 11 years ago
It will work fine with Round-up.
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NorthstarExpert9· 11 years ago
This Northstar pump is capable of pumping herbicides like Round Up and Poast.
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· 12 years ago
What PSI does the pump turn on at and shut off at?
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1Bulldog691· 11 years ago
60 psi
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productexpert6· 12 years ago
This pump is an on demand and when the handle is depressed it comes on at 60 PSI and when the handle is released it shuts off.
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· 12 years ago
Will this work for a small grass fire fighting unit?
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EcotecPestLLC· 12 years ago
Probably not enough pressure or volume. You can roughly cover about 300 sq. ft. in a minute at 5.5gpm with this pump. I would try the higher gpm 12v pump if it has to be 12v.
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NorthstarExpert12· 12 years ago
The NorthStar 12 V. On-Demand Pump will work for fighting grass fires as this is a continuous duty pump.
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· 12 years ago
What are the gpm at 40 psi
The gpm of most other pumps are rated at low pressure. As the PSI go up, the GPM drop. I am trying to compare your pump output at 40 psi.
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EcotecPestLLC· 12 years ago
In my experience, it will cover about 300 sq. ft. per minute and deliver about 5gpm at open flow.
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NorthStarExperts· 12 years ago
This NorthStar NSQ Series 12V On-Demand Diaphragm Pump has an output of 3.7 GPM @ 40 PSI.
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2 year limited warranty
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5.38 GPM
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