The Basement Watchdog SIT-33D Cast-Iron Top Discharge Primary Pump with Caged Dual Float Switch
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The Basement Watchdog SIT-33D Cast-Iron Top Discharge Primary Pump with Caged Dual Float Switch
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The Basement Watchdog SIT-33D sump pump product dimensions
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The Basement Watchdog SIT-33D ⅓ HP AC Primary Sump Pump

Model: SIT-33D

This rugged cast-iron pump includes a caged Dual Float Switch, ensuring it activates the pump when needed. The ⅓ HP top-discharge AC pump also is compact enough to fit into small pits.

Product Features And Specs:
  • Pumps 3,720 GPH at 0 feet and 3,100 GPH at 10-foot lift
  • Dual Float Switch with protective cage for reliable activation
  • ⅓ HP Permanent Split Capacitor (PSC) motor
  • Freestanding piggyback plug allows for installer to choose 'on' point, easy testing of the float and pump, and simple replacement of the float if needed
  • Built-in weep hole (prevents air lock) 
  • Cast-iron pump construction
  • Continuous-duty rated: Designed with heavy-duty internal components so the pumps won't overheat or burn out, and will have a long life
  • Compact enough to fit into most sump pits
  • 3-year limited warranty

Product Features And Specs:

  • Pumps 3,720 GPH at 0 feet and 3,100 GPH at 10-foot lift
  • Dual Float Switch with protective cage for reliable activation
  • ⅓ HP Permanent Split Capacitor (PSC) motor
  • Freestanding piggyback plug allows for installer to choose 'on' point, easy testing of the float and pump, and simple replacement of the float if needed
  • Built-in weep hole (prevents air lock) 
  • Cast-iron pump construction
  • Continuous-duty rated: Designed with heavy-duty internal components so the pumps won't overheat or burn out, and will have a long life
  • Compact enough to fit into most sump pits
  • 3-year limited warranty
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Features And Benefits

The high-quality components of the SIT series of primary sump pumps make them built to last
Built To Last

The Basement Watchdog SIT-33D ⅓ HP top-discharge AC primary sump pump features an energy-saving, Permanent Split Capacitor (PSC) motor that has carbon/ceramic shaft seals and thermal protection to safeguard the motor. The upper and lower ball bearings ensure the pump runs quietly and extend its life.

The Basement Watchdog SIT Series has rugged exterior construction that makes it reliable and long-lasting
Rugged Construction

The Basement Watchdog SIT-33D top-discharge ⅓ HP AC primary pump is formed out of solid cast iron with stainless-steel fasteners. To prevent airlock and make installation easier, the pump includes a built-in weephole.

The Basement Watchdog AC primary sump pumps are extremely energy efficient
Energy-Efficient Operation

The Basement Watchdog SIT-33D ⅓ HP AC primary sump pump saves you money on your electric bills and reduces its impact on the environment. The SIT series of sump pumps are engineered with eco-friendly PSC motors and dual ball bearings that together deliver industry-leading energy efficiency and savings.

The Basement Watchdog SIT Series AC Primary Sump Pump with caged dual float switch
Dual Float Switches—Twice the Protection

The Basement Watchdog ⅓ HP top discharge AC sump pump (SIT-33D) features a caged, microreed Dual Float Switch. We introduced this technology, proven reliable in other uses for over 50 years, to the pump industry and improved it by including two floats. Simply stated: if one float is good, two are better.

Pumping capacity in GPH of The Basement Watchdog SIT-33D
Pumping Power

The Basement Watchdog SIT-33D AC primary sump pump moves 3,720 GPH at 0 feet and 3,100 GPH at 10-foot lift.

The Basement Watchdog has been protecting homes like yours for 35 years
35+ Years Protecting Basements

The Basement Watchdog has been protecting homes like yours for 35+ years and continues to be a market leader. We build the most dependable, user-friendly pumps in the industry using intelligent design, premium components, and quality manufacturing practices that include thoroughly testing every single unit. You can be confident that The Basement Watchdog is watching out for you!

Product Specifications

General

Pump Category/Type

SIT-33D Primary

Other Model SIT-50D Primary

AC & DC Pumps: Duty Type

SIT-33D Continuous

SIT-50D Continuous

AC Pump: Motor Horsepower

SIT-33D 1/3 HP

SIT-50D 1/2 HP

What does AC Pump: Motor Horsepower mean?

A unit of power that indicates how much work a pump can perform when connected to a working wall outlet. The higher the horsepower, the more powerful the pump is, allowing it to move more fluid, overcome greater pressure, or lift fluid to higher elevations   

AC Pump: Motor Cooling

SIT-33D Water-Cooled

SIT-50D Water-Cooled

What does AC Pump: Motor Cooling mean?

How are pumps cooled? Most pumps are oil filled, using dielectric oil to draw heat from the motor and lubricate the bearings. That oil is in contact with the housing of the pump, which is cooled by the groundwater in the pit. Water-cooled motors have both more efficient motors and better bearings, which create less heat and no need for cooling oil. The motor is pressed directly against the housing, which is cooled by the groundwater in the pit. Note: A small amount (less than 1 oz.) of food-grade oil is in the bearings of a PSC motor for lubrication, not for cooling the pump.

AC Pump: Motor Type

SIT-33D PSC

SIT-50D PSC

What does AC Pump: Motor Type mean?

Basement Watchdog pumps incorporate advanced Permanent Split Capacitor (PSC) motors for energy efficiency and reliability vs. the older style shaded-pole motors.

AC Pump: Float Switch Type

SIT-33D Dual, Micro-Reed Switches w/Cage and Controller

SIT-50D Dual, Micro-Reed Switches w/Cage and Controller

What does AC Pump: Float Switch Type mean?

A float switch is the component of your sump system that turns on the pump. Most of our primary pumps use the super reliable Dual Float Switch to activate the pump.

AC Pump: Pump Discharge

SIT-33D 1.5 in/3.8 cm NPT

SIT-50D 1.5 in/3.8 cm NPT

What does AC Pump: Pump Discharge mean?

The pump discharge is the plumbing, typically 1½-inch PVC pipethat carries the water out of the house or building, away from the pump and sump pit.

AC Pump: Switch Cord Length

SIT-33D 10 ft. (3.0 m)

SIT-50D 10 ft. (3.0 m)

Included with System

SIT-33D Product Manual, SIT-33 Pump, Dual Float Switch and Controller, Hose Clamp

SIT-50D Product Manual, SIT-50 Pump, Dual Float Switch and Controller, Hose Clamp

Pump Construction

AC Pump: Pump Housing

SIT-33D Cast-Iron

Other Model SIT-50D Cast-Iron

What does AC Pump: Pump Housing mean?

The pump housing is the outer casing of the pump that encloses the pump motor.

AC Pump: Pump Seals

SIT-33D (1) Buna-N, (2) Carbon/Ceramic

SIT-50D (1) Buna-N, (2) Carbon/Ceramic

What does AC Pump: Pump Seals mean?

Pump seals are the internal seals that prevent moisture from reaching the motor or any electrical components of the pump.

AC Pump: Bearings

SIT-33D (2) Sealed Perm.-
Lubricated Ball Bearings

SIT-50D (2) Sealed Perm.-
Lubricated Ball Bearings

What does AC Pump: Bearings mean?

Bearings are mechanical components that support the rotating shaft of the pump, allowing it to spin smoothly while minimizing friction and wear. Bearings are essential for maintaining the pump’s efficiency, reliability, and longevity.

AC Pump: Impeller

SIT-33D Engineered Polymer

SIT-50D Engineered Polymer

What does AC Pump: Impeller mean?

An impeller is a rotating disk that has blades, or vanes, which move the water using centrifugal force up and out through the discharge pipe.

AC Pump: Strainer

SIT-33D Removable - Plastic

SIT-50D Removable - Plastic

What does AC Pump: Strainer mean?

A strainer is a filtration device, built into the base of Basement Watchdog pumps, which prevents the intake of objects that can harm the internal components of a pump.

AC Pump: Fasteners

SIT-33D Stainless Steel

SIT-50D Stainless Steel

What does AC Pump: Fasteners mean?

A fastener is a component, such as a screw, that holds other components together.

AC Pump: Built-In, Anti-Airlock Vent Hole

SIT-33D Yes

SIT-50D Yes

Pumping Capacity

AC Pump: Flow @ 0 ft GPH (0 m)

SIT-33D 3,720 GPH/14,082 LPH

Other Model SIT-50D 4,400 GPH/16,656 LPH

AC Pump: Flow @ 0 ft GPM (0 m)

SIT-33D 62 GPM/235 LPM

SIT-50D 73.3 GPM/277 LPM

AC Pump: Flow @ 10 ft GPH (3 m)

SIT-33D 3,100 GPH/11,735 LPH

SIT-50D 3,540 GPH/13,400 LPH

What does AC Pump: Flow @ 10 ft GPH (3 m) mean?

Pump Flow @ 10 Feet (GPH) is a measure of the amount of water (gallons per hour) that a pump can move through a 10-foot vertical discharge pipe before the water exits the home or building.

AC Pump: Flow @ 10 ft GPM (3 m)

SIT-33D 51.6 GPM/189.5 LPM

SIT-50D 59 GPM/223.3 LPM

AC Pump: Max Head

SIT-33D 22 ft/6.7 m

SIT-50D 25 ft/7.6 m

What does AC Pump: Max Head mean?

Max head is the maximum vertical height a pump can push water straight up against gravity. It is the point at which gravity takes over the outflow in the discharge.

AC Pump: Amps @ 10 Ft. Total Head

SIT-33D 3.5 Amps

SIT-50D 4.2 Amps

Dimensions & Weight

AC Pump: Pump Dimensions (LxWxH)

SIT-33D 6.25 x 6.25 x 11 in/15.87 x 15.87 x 27.94 cm

Other Model SIT-50D 6.25 x 6.25 x 12 in/15.87 x 15.87 x 30.48 cm

Carton Dimensions (LxWxH)

SIT-33D 6.5 x 11 x 16 in/16.51 x 27.95 x 40.64 cm

SIT-50D 6.5 x 11 x 16 in/16.51 x 27.95 x 40.64 cm

Shipping Weight

SIT-33D 25 lb/11.33 kg

SIT-50D 25 lb/11.33 kg

Warranty & Approvals

AC Pump: Approvals

SIT-33D CSA (Pump), cUL (Dual Float Switch/Controller)

Other Model SIT-50D CSA (Pump), cUL (Dual Float Switch/Controller)

Warranty

SIT-33D 3-Year Limited

SIT-50D 3-Year Limited

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SIT-33D

General

Primary
Continuous
1/3 HP
Water-Cooled
PSC
Dual, Micro-Reed Switches w/Cage and Controller
1.5 in/3.8 cm NPT
10 ft. (3.0 m)
Product Manual, SIT-33 Pump, Dual Float Switch and Controller, Hose Clamp

Pump Construction

Cast-Iron
(1) Buna-N, (2) Carbon/Ceramic
(2) Sealed Perm.-
Lubricated Ball Bearings
Engineered Polymer
Removable - Plastic
Stainless Steel
Yes

Pumping Capacity

3,720 GPH/14,082 LPH
62 GPM/235 LPM
3,100 GPH/11,735 LPH
51.6 GPM/189.5 LPM
22 ft/6.7 m
3.5 Amps

Dimensions & Weight

6.25 x 6.25 x 11 in/15.87 x 15.87 x 27.94 cm
6.5 x 11 x 16 in/16.51 x 27.95 x 40.64 cm
25 lb/11.33 kg

Warranty & Approvals

CSA (Pump), cUL (Dual Float Switch/Controller)
3-Year Limited

Other Model

SIT-50D
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General

Primary
Continuous
1/2 HP
Water-Cooled
PSC
Dual, Micro-Reed Switches w/Cage and Controller
1.5 in/3.8 cm NPT
10 ft. (3.0 m)
Product Manual, SIT-50 Pump, Dual Float Switch and Controller, Hose Clamp

Pump Construction

Cast-Iron
(1) Buna-N, (2) Carbon/Ceramic
(2) Sealed Perm.-
Lubricated Ball Bearings
Engineered Polymer
Removable - Plastic
Stainless Steel
Yes

Pumping Capacity

4,400 GPH/16,656 LPH
73.3 GPM/277 LPM
3,540 GPH/13,400 LPH
59 GPM/223.3 LPM
25 ft/7.6 m
4.2 Amps

Dimensions & Weight

6.25 x 6.25 x 12 in/15.87 x 15.87 x 30.48 cm
6.5 x 11 x 16 in/16.51 x 27.95 x 40.64 cm
25 lb/11.33 kg

Warranty & Approvals

CSA (Pump), cUL (Dual Float Switch/Controller)
3-Year Limited

Product Resources

Videos

Video

Learn About The Basement Watchdog SIT Series (SIT-33D, SIT-50D) of AC Primary Sump Pumps

Video

Features of The Basement Watchdog Primary Sump Pump Systems

Video

How to Install a Basement Watchdog Top Discharge (SIT-33D, SIT-50D) AC Sump Pump

Accolades

"Great product! Had an earlier model pump of theirs for 14 years. When it failed this spring I turned to ... another of the same brand in a newer design that's just as reliable."

Stephen, Home Depot Purchaser

The Basement Watchdog SIT-33D ⅓ HP AC Primary Sump Pump