{"product_id":"groco-spo-60-n-12v-heavy-duty-self-priming-vane-pump","title":"Groco SPO-60-N 12V Heavy-Duty Self-Priming Vane Pump | 60 GPH","description":"\u003ch2\u003eGroco SPO-60-N 12V Heavy-Duty Self-Priming Vane Pump — 60 GPH\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eHandle demanding marine pumping tasks with the Groco SPO-60-N — a heavy-duty, self-priming vane pump built for continuous-duty marine applications. With a 60 GPH flow rate and 12V DC operation, it delivers reliable, high-volume fluid transfer for bilge dewatering, raw water supply, livewell circulation, washdown systems, and general fluid transfer on commercial and recreational vessels.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGroco’s SPO series vane pumps are engineered for durability in harsh marine environments. The self-priming design means the pump can draw fluid from a dry start without manual priming — critical in bilge and emergency dewatering applications. Bronze construction resists corrosion in saltwater and provides long service life under continuous operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart number: SPO-60-N12V\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlow rate: 60 GPH\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVoltage: 12V DC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelf-priming — no manual priming required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeavy-duty continuous-duty rated construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBronze body — corrosion-resistant for saltwater use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for bilge, raw water, washdown, livewell, and fluid transfer applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBest Use Case\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBest suited for applications requiring reliable, high-volume fluid transfer in a marine environment — including bilge dewatering, raw water supply to heat exchangers or engine cooling systems, livewell and baitwell circulation, and deck washdown systems on commercial fishing vessels, workboats, and larger recreational powerboats. The self-priming capability makes it particularly well-suited for bilge and emergency dewatering where the pump may start dry. Always install with an appropriate strainer on the inlet to protect the pump from debris. Confirm voltage, flow rate, and port size requirements against your installation before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eParts Desk Insights\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe SPO-60-N is a premium pump — customers selecting it are typically outfitting a commercial vessel, a serious workboat, or a high-end recreational build where reliability matters more than price. When a customer orders this pump, ask about their inlet plumbing — cross-sell the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/west-829\"\u003eGroco WSB-1000 Nylon Strainer 1\" with SS Basket\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/products\/west-815\"\u003eGroco ARG-750-S Strainer 3\/4\" SS Basket\u003c\/a\u003e for inlet protection. For through-hull fittings to complete the installation, see the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/west-826\"\u003eGroco TH-1000-W Bronze Through-Hull 1\" with Nut\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/west-827\"\u003eGroco TH-1500-W Bronze Through-Hull 1-1\/2\" with Nut\u003c\/a\u003e. For valve control on the outlet, the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/west-819\"\u003eGroco IBV-750 Inline Ball Valve 3\/4\" Bronze\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/west-818\"\u003eGroco CV-50 Check Valve 1\/2\" Bronze\u003c\/a\u003e are natural add-ons. For hose-to-pipe transitions, see the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/west-822\"\u003eGroco PTH-1250 Pipe\/Hose Adapter 1-1\/4\" Bronze\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eComplete Your Pump Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/west-829\"\u003eGroco WSB-1000 Strainer — 1\" Nylon with SS Basket\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/west-830\"\u003eGroco WSB-750 Strainer — 3\/4\" with SS Basket\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/west-815\"\u003eGroco ARG-750-S Strainer — 3\/4\" SS Basket\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/west-826\"\u003eGroco TH-1000-W Bronze Through-Hull — 1\" with Nut\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/west-827\"\u003eGroco TH-1500-W Bronze Through-Hull — 1-1\/2\" with Nut\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/west-819\"\u003eGroco IBV-750 Inline Ball Valve — 3\/4\" Bronze\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/west-818\"\u003eGroco CV-50 Check Valve — 1\/2\" Bronze\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/west-822\"\u003eGroco PTH-1250 Pipe\/Hose Adapter — 1-1\/4\" Bronze\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"WEST","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43564161466404,"sku":"GRO-SPO-60-N12V","price":767.67,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0743\/5799\/7604\/files\/0d22bd46-1b7e-4ce3-8e29-b883fed10a86.png?v=1784490957","url":"https:\/\/marisolmarine.com\/products\/groco-spo-60-n-12v-heavy-duty-self-priming-vane-pump","provider":"Marisol Marine Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}