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Description
The Water Witch 217 Bilge Pump Switch offers reliable, automatic pump control with no moving parts or adjustments needed. Designed to work in oily bilge water, it activates the pump after a brief delay to prevent stuttering and runs it long enough to clear discharge lines. Mercury-free, easy to install, and unaffected by temperature or humidity, it's a dependable choice for bilge protection.
Water Witch Bilge Pump Switch - 217 Item # 887332
Description
Water Witch Automatic Electronic Bilge Pump Switch Model 217
Features:
- No moving parts and no adjustments required
- Switch not affected by temperature or humidity
- Switch will not interfere with other electronics onboard
- Impermeable to all bilge substances, works in oily bilge water
- Switch activates pump 6 - 8 seconds after water touches lower sensor (delay eliminates pump stutter)
- Switch continues to run pump an additional 15 seconds to clear discharge hose
- Mercury-free
- Easy to install – mounts at any angle
- 7-year limited warranty
Specifications:
- Nominal Voltage: 12V DC
- Max. Current Draw: 10A
- Wire Size: 16 AWG
- Wire Length: 30"
- Dimensions: 1 5/8" H x 2 5/8" W x 1 5/8" D
Note: Fuel or oil will not activate switch.
Part Numbers for Water Witch Bilge Pump Switch - 217
Reviews
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Lobo from
Excellent switch, but not perfect
Bought this to replace the same unit installed 20 yr ago. I like it a lot, it's small and pretty reliable. The only downside is that it doesn't work with rainwater, so I wouldn't recommend it for something like the bilge below a mast where rainwater enters. My old one eventually failed from corrosion of the contact pads, but that took a long time.
Date published: 2025-07-01
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Anonymous from
Simple elegance.
Easy to install and works fine. My last one lasted 8 years
Date published: 2025-06-12