Any downside to center-inlet pumps?

[herman2011]

I need another pump. My current pump is an 815 with an inline head. Is there any downside to center-inlet pumps? I can't think of any reason to get the inline models anymore and will probably just get center-inlet models from now on. Any advice appreciated.

 

[tophmck]

Some people don't like the fact that the inlet is 3/4" NPT instead of 1/2" NPT (but the flow rate is still better even if you immediately reduce to 1/2"). It costs a couple bucks more. Obviously it'll impact your plumbing layout, but that could be a positive or a negative, depending on your setup. Aside from that, no downsides that I'm aware of.

 

[WPStrassburg]

you can get 1/2" inlet pumps in both Little giant and March lines.

 

[mikescooling]

I have both, I like the center inlet better. Seems to have better flow.

 

[luhrks]

I love my center inlet pumps.