Facet Dura-Lift 40285 12V Fuel Pump — 120" Lift, 4–7 psi, 33 GPH, 1/8 NPT

The Facet Dura-Lift 40285 is a compact 12V electric fuel pump engineered to lift fuel up to 120 inches while delivering 4–7 psi and up to 33 gallons per hour free flow.

The Facet Dura-Lift 40285 is built for installations that require high vertical suction and reliable low-pressure feed. Its black nylon body houses a large-capacity 80-micron intake screen behind a clear sight bowl so you can visually monitor filter condition and sediment. With 1/8 NPT female inlet and outlet ports, a two-bolt molded mounting flange and a Weather Pack 2-pin connector already on the harness, this pump installs easily in automotive, marine, or off-road fuel systems where tanks sit well below the main pump.

How far can the Dura-Lift 40285 draw fuel from the tank?

This model is designed for exceptional vertical lift: a minimum dry lift capability of 120 inches (10 feet). That makes it suitable for supply roles where the fuel source is located several feet below the pump or when feeding a higher-pressure pump downstream.

• Minimum dry lift: 120 inches (10 feet)
• Works as a low-pressure feed for high-pressure pumps
• Useful when tanks are located below the vehicle’s main pump

What are the flow and pressure specifications for everyday use?

Free-flow output reaches up to 33 gallons per hour, while typical no-flow pressure is between 4 and 7 psi. In many installations you can expect about 20 GPH at roughly 3 psi, which is adequate for low-pressure feeding tasks such as carbureted engines or as a transfer/primer pump.

• Free flow: up to 33 GPH
• Typical operating point: ~20 GPH at 3 psi (application-dependent)
• No-flow pressure range: 4–7 psi

How is the pump constructed and how does it make maintenance easier?

The pump body is molded from durable black nylon and measures 8 inches tall with a 3.25-inch outside diameter, offering a compact footprint and a molded two-bolt mounting flange. The intake features an 80-micron removable screen inside a clear sight bowl for easy inspection and cleaning without disassembly.

• Body size: 8" tall x 3.25" OD with molded 2-bolt flange
• 80-micron intake screen, removable for cleaning
• Clear sight bowl allows visual monitoring of filter and sediment

Which fuels and fittings does the Facet 40285 support?

Facet engineered this pump to be compatible with a broad range of fuels and additives, and it uses common 1/8 NPT female inlet and outlet ports for plumbing. Electrical connection is simplified by a pre-installed 2-pin Weather Pack shrouded connector on the harness.

• Fuel compatibility: gasoline, alcohol blends up to E85, diesel, biodiesel, and many additives
• Ports: 1/8 NPT female inlet and outlet
• Electrical: 12 V DC with 2-pin Weather Pack connector

Who is this pump for?

The Facet Dura-Lift 40285 is intended for mechanics, fabricators and vehicle owners who need a dependable low-pressure fuel source with exceptional vertical lift — for example, classic cars with remote tanks, racecars using a low-mounted auxiliary tank, boats or custom off-road builds. It’s well suited as a lift/primer pump feeding a high-pressure system, a transfer pump for fuel cells, or anytime you need reliable suction from a tank located well below the pump. Built in the USA to Facet’s standards, it provides a compact, maintainable solution where space, lift capability and visual filter inspection matter.