Rule Computerized 2000 Automatic Bilge Pump

Product overview

Rule's 2000 GPH (7571 LPH) automatic bilge pump (model 53S, labelled 'Computerized 2000'), a 12 V DC submersible pump. It switches itself on every 2½ minutes to check for water and runs until the water is removed, so it needs no separate float switch.

Part of Pumps & Plumbing: Rule bilge pumps and float switches; Jabsco water pressure and washdown pumps and a manual marine toilet.

Key specifications

Model

Rule 53S

Brand

Rule

Models

53S (12 V DC only)

Rated capacity

2000 GPH (7571 LPH)

Voltage

12 V DC

Operation

Automatic: checks for water every 2½ minutes; no float switch needed

Fuse

15 A

Hose

1-1/8 in (29 mm)

Size

Height 197 mm (7.75 in); width 121 mm (4.75 in)

Flow by head

1400 GPH (5300 LPH) at 0 m; 1280 GPH (4850 LPH) at 1 m; 1050 GPH (3975 LPH) at 2 m

Minimum supply

10.5 V

Wiring

3 wires: automatic +, manual override +, negative

Strainer

Replacement model 278

Current draw

8.4 A at 12 V

Figures as published by Rule (the maker’s page), checked 7 October 2026. Say the model and voltage you need with your quote.

Downloads

• MM Techno Plast catalogue 2026PDF, 7.9 MB, after a short formDownload