The Vortex versions of the RX, in corrosion resistant 304 stainless steel, are designed for pumping dirty water containing suspended soft solids up to 20mm in diameter, and are used in various domestic, trade, and industrial applications. The top discharge design makes them suitable for partial immersion applications and where space or access is restricted. The 416 stainless steel shaft is fi tted with a tough, silicon mechanical seal, (in an oil chamber) lip seal and a 304 stainless steel impeller. Maximum liquid temperature is 40°C, however intermittent use up to 90°C for 3 minutes is permissible. They offer excellent reliability in trade and industrial applications, where high quality of construction is required. They are not, however, recommended for ponds. Supplied with 10 metres of heavy duty, H07RN-F rubber power cable.