Designing a Reliable Mobile Water System – Inside the Pump Case
A behind-the-scenes look at the design of a reliable, modular Pump Case for mobile water systems — focused on durability, serviceability, and real-world use. This article introduces the principles behind the system and links to the complete 37-page build guide.
Having access to clean and safe water is extremely important - at home, while traveling and also in emergency situations. Most importantly, you have to rely on your equipment that it will work in extreme conditions and that its easy to maintain and fix - with simple tools and also in remote locations.
The details of the Pump Case
This project is not theoretical. The Pump Case has been assembled, tested, operated, disassembled, and refined. Weak points were identified and corrected. Components were replaced when they did not meet expectations.
What started as a personal solution turned into a fully documented build, because many people face the same challenges when trying to create a water system they can actually trust.
The guide covers:
- System architecture and design rationale
- Mechanical layout and component selection
- Electrical wiring, safety checks, and commissioning
- Filtration: UV treatment and filter placement
- Practical assembly tips and common mistakes
- Testing, troubleshooting, and maintenance
Finally, the Pump Case Build Guide is online!
This guide is intended for people who value:
- Reliability over convenience
- Understanding over plug-and-play solutions
- Long-term use over disposable builds
If you enjoy building things properly — and want to avoid costly mistakes — this guide was written for you.