{"product_id":"attwood-sahara-mk2-automatic-bilge-pump-12v-1200-gph-with-x-air-impeller-mpn-5512-7","title":"Attwood Sahara MK2 Automatic Bilge Pump, 12V, 1200 GPH","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Attwood Sahara MK2 is a 12-volt automatic bilge pump rated at 1200 GPH, built for boaters who need dependable, low-maintenance water removal in a compact housing. It uses a patented X-Air impeller that clears trapped air from the pump chamber, eliminating the air-lock stalling that plagues many bilge pumps after periods of low water or dry running. Smart buoyancy-based automatic switching (SteadySwitch technology) starts and stops the pump based on water level without a separate float switch, which reduces wiring complexity and helps conserve battery power when the bilge is dry.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe housing and impeller assembly are molded from durable plastic in a white and blue finish, and the outlet is a 360-degree rotatable elbow design so the discharge can be aimed in any direction to suit the mounting location; both a 90-degree elbow outlet and a straight outlet are included so the pump can be plumbed either way. A one-hand cartridge release lets the impeller cartridge be pulled for cleaning or servicing without tools, which matters in the tight, hard-to-reach corners of a bilge. At 12 volts DC and a maximum lifting height of 10.8 feet, the Sahara MK2 is sized for typical small to mid-size boat bilges, sumps, and livewells where automatic, unattended pump-out is needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Attwood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer Part Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5512-7\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlow Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1200 gallons per hour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVoltage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12 volts DC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower Source:\u003c\/strong\u003e DC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Lifting Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10.8 feet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Dimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8.2 inches L x 3.5 inches W x 4.1 inches H\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.4375 pounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plastic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e White\/Blue\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOutlet Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e 360 degree rotatable elbow, elbow and straight outlets included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSwitching:\u003c\/strong\u003e Automatic, buoyancy-based (SteadySwitch technology)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded Components:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unit, instructions, washer, NRV (non-return valve), 90 degree outlet, straight outlet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUPC:\u003c\/strong\u003e 022697023483\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer Warranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e 90 days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the flow rate of the Attwood Sahara MK2 bilge pump?\u003c\/strong\u003e The Attwood Sahara MK2 (part number 5512-7) is rated at 1200 gallons per hour at 12 volts DC.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the Sahara MK2 turn on and off by itself?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, the 5512-7 uses Attwood's SteadySwitch technology, a buoyancy-based automatic switching system that starts and stops the pump based on water level without a separate float switch.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat are the dimensions of this bilge pump?\u003c\/strong\u003e The Attwood Sahara MK2 measures 8.2 inches long by 3.5 inches wide by 4.1 inches high.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much does the Sahara MK2 bilge pump weigh?\u003c\/strong\u003e The unit weighs 1.4375 pounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat voltage does the Attwood 5512-7 run on?\u003c\/strong\u003e It is a 12 volt DC bilge pump.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the maximum lifting height for this pump?\u003c\/strong\u003e 10.8 feet is the maximum lifting height for the Sahara MK2 bilge pump.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat material is the pump housing made of?\u003c\/strong\u003e The Attwood Sahara MK2 housing and components are made of plastic, finished in white and blue.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is included in the box with the 5512-7?\u003c\/strong\u003e The package includes the pump unit, instructions, a washer, an NRV (non-return valve), a 90 degree outlet, and a straight outlet.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan the outlet be aimed in different directions?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, the Sahara MK2 has a 360 degree rotatable elbow outlet, and both an elbow and a straight outlet are supplied so it can be plumbed to fit the mounting orientation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does this pump avoid air lock?\u003c\/strong\u003e The 5512-7 uses a patented X-Air impeller designed to clear trapped air from the pump chamber, which prevents the air-lock stalling that affects many automatic bilge pumps.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the impeller cartridge easy to service?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, the Sahara MK2 has a one-hand cartridge release for quick access when cleaning or servicing the impeller, even in tight bilge spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat warranty comes with the Attwood Sahara MK2?\u003c\/strong\u003e Attwood backs the 5512-7 bilge pump with a 90 day manufacturer warranty.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Attwood","offers":[{"title":"Default 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