This manual siphon pump moves gas, water, and thin fluids using pure suction. The squeeze bulb siphon pump uses built-in check valves to start fluid flow in two or three pumps. It empties flooded equipment bases and tanks without splashing fluid or making a mess. Features and Benefits
- Thick rubber squeeze bulb - Primes the line fast and creates steady suction with one hand.
- Dual internal check valves - Stop fluid from running backwards so the siphon keeps moving smoothly.
- Flexible clear PVC tubing - See fluid moving in real time and cut the hose to custom lengths.
- Metal retaining clips on hose ends - Keep tubing firmly attached to the bulb so air cannot enter the line. Applications
- Emptying stale gasoline from lawn mowers, tillers, and snowblowers before winter storage.
- Draining trapped bilge water or leftover fuel from boat tanks into portable jugs.
- Pulling contaminated water out of small sumps, fish tanks, and clogged home drains.
What It Is
This tool is a manual siphon pump designed for moving liquids between containers without mains power or batteries. It operates via hand action, using a flexible fluid transfer hose to establish a flow between two points. Because it is completely hand operated, it can be kept in a vehicle or workshop for emergency use or routine servicing. It works as a fluid extractor for situations where pouring directly from a tank or drum is awkward or likely to cause spills.
Key Uses & Applications
This pump transfers fluids across automotive, marine, and workshop jobs. Typical applications include:
- Draining fuel tanks on a car or motorcycle
- Removing fluid from a boat bilge or fuel cell
- Moving petrol and diesel between jerry cans and tanks
- Transferring engine oil during workshop servicing
- Clearing standing water from sumps or reservoirs
To move liquids such as petrol or oil, place the intake hose fully into the supply fluid, route the discharge line into your receiving container below the fluid level, and prime the hand pump until flow begins.
How to Choose
When selecting a manual transfer pump, check that the unit matches the liquid you intend to move. Standard hand siphon models must be rated for fuels, oils, and water to prevent the hose material degrading or cracking. Consider the access point on your machine: a motorcycle tank requires a flexible hose that can route past internal baffles, whilst a boat or car tank needs enough reach to hit the bottom of the reservoir. For basic workshop fluid draining, a purely manual siphon avoids the spark risks associated with electrical pumps around volatile fuels like petrol.
Power Source: Manual. Application: Car, Motorcycle, Boat. Compatible Fluids: Petrol, Diesel, Water, Oil. Operation Mode: Hand Operated Siphon. Product Type: Manual Siphon Pump. Hose Inner Diameter: 8 mm. Hose Outer Diameter: 10 mm. Total Hose Length: 2.0 m (Inlet 1.2 m / Outlet 0.8 m). Weight: 0.22 kg. Bulb Material: Oil-Resistant NBR Rubber. Hose Material: Flexible Transparent PVC. Valve Construction: Integrated Dual Check Valves (Aluminum Alloy). Transfer Capacity: 5 L/min. Working Pressure Range: 0.2 to 6 Bar. Fluid Compatibility: Petrol, Diesel, Water, Light Oils. Operating Temperature: -30°C to +130°C. Product Category: Siphon Pump. Pump Type: Manual Siphon Squeeze Bulb. Q: How long are the hoses on this manual siphon pump? A: The kit includes two clear PVC hoses measuring about 1.2 meters each with an 8mm internal diameter. The bulb itself measures 15 cm, giving you plenty of reach into deep fuel tanks.. Q: What keeps the squeeze bulb from cracking or stiffening over time? A: The bulb is molded from thick NBR rubber that stays flexible in cold weather and resists swelling from petrol. Built-in aluminum check valves prevent fluid backflow and stop the rubber from collapsing.. Q: Will this siphon pump pull liquids from boats, cars, and aquariums? A: It transfers petrol, diesel, engine oil, water, and coolant from vehicles, lawnmowers, and storage jugs. The source container must sit higher than the receiving container for the continuous siphon flow to work.. Q: What kind of guarantee is provided with this hand siphon tool? A: The pump is backed by a 60-day replacement guarantee against cracked rubber or faulty one-way valves. If the bulb fails to create suction right out of the box, you can swap it for a new one.. Q: Why is this squeeze siphon a good value for emergency fluid drains? A: It packs into a small glove box space and starts a steady drain after just two or three squeezes. You avoid swallowing fuel or dealing with messy spills, all for a fraction of the cost of shop extractors..