Our blog post about the RainControl Tank Level Control from Mac3 received much attention. There are numerous ways to use the RainControl, both conventionally and unconventionally – the latter being my favourite approach to doing anything! This page answers specific questions about the RainControl to address some common installation questions. Is the RainControl only for…
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RainControl – Tank Level Control
The challenge with designing rainwater systems is not only how they operate and function but also the ease of both installation and use by the system owner. Tank level controllers (often seen as a dark art) often fall victim to being overly complicated designs and therefore difficult for end-users to operate or maintain. The RainControl…
Quadri Pump Controller – one or two pumps – it’s just so easy
The Quadri from Mac3 is a configurable pump controller, suitable for single or dual pump installations in both single and three-phase variants. As with all the Mac3 equipment I’ve come across, the quality and attention to detail always shine through. The Quadri is no exception to this, housed in a smart ABS housing – the…
Advanced Flood Warning – RKIT Level Alarms – Forewarned is Forearmed!
Advanced Flood Warning Level Alarms that give the homeowner or work site advanced warning of rising water levels. At this time of year, we often hear of and see footage of rivers bursting their banks – and the damage this causes to homes and businesses around the country. Now, while prevention is always better than…
SuperSimplex E – Electronic Water Pump Pressure Switch
When looking for a simple water pump pressure switch, the SuperSimplex E from Mac3 is simply effortless. Installation will take minutes. I’d wager it would take longer to read this blog post than to install the SuperSimplex E. This is a simple inline installation onto 25mm (1”) pipework, either vertically or horizontally – making retrofitting…
SuperSimplex M – Mechanical Water Pump Pressure Switch
A mechanical water pump pressure switch. Sounds simple enough, right? Well, the SuperSimplex M from Mac3 is just that, so simple it’s almost funny. Super Simplex M – small, simple and green! Installed with a 25mm (1”) BSP fitting top and bottom, the SuperSimplex M will fit just about anywhere – horizontally or vertically –…
Key Clean Water Float Switch
The Key Clean Water Float Switch– unlocking a simple float switch for any clean water installation. If you closed your eyes and pictured a float switch – I’d wager you imagine the Key from Mac3. The Key is a solid and straightforward float switch, with the expected attention to detail you would expect from Mac3….
Mac3 Float Switch – The Original
What is there to say about the Mac3 float switch? Well, firstly its shape is truly unique – the lack of any shoulders means it will pass easily through both clean water and water with small amounts of suspended solids. This shape also means the Mac3 is less likely to get caught up on potential…
Compact Float Switch no moving parts – Reka
The Reka – a Compact Float switch that is ideal for small spaces as it has no moving parts. I’ve decided to start with the often-overlooked Mac3 Reka capacitive level sensor for the first edition of Jim’s Product Review. The Reka can replace a traditional float switch in most clear water situations, with the benefit…