Borewell vs Tube well
Borewells and tube wells are both vertical drilled wells that are used to extract water from underground aquifers. However, there are some key differences between the two.
Casing
The main difference between borewells and tube wells is the type of casing used. The casing is a pipe that is inserted into the borehole to prevent the sides from collapsing. In borewells, the casing is only inserted up to the soil-rock boundary. This is because borewells are typically drilled in hard rock, which is less likely to collapse. In tube wells, the casing is inserted all the way to the bottom of the borehole. This is because tube wells are typically drilled in soft soil, which is more likely to collapse.
Depth
Borewells are typically drilled to a shallower depth than tube wells. This is because borewells are only needed to reach the water table in hard rock. Tube wells, on the other hand, may need to be drilled to a much deeper depth to reach the water table in soft soil.
Pumping
Borewells and tube wells can be used with a variety of pumps. However, deep tube wells typically require a submersible pump, which is a pump that is lowered into the well and submerged in the water. Borewells, on the other hand, can be used with a variety of pumps, including submersible pumps, surface pumps, and hand pumps.
Cost
Borewells are typically less expensive to drill than tube wells. This is because borewells can be drilled in shallower depths and do not require as much casing. However, the cost of pumping water from a borewell may be higher than the cost of pumping water from a tube well.
Advantages and disadvantages
The advantages of borewells include:
- They are less expensive to drill than tube wells.
- They can be drilled in shallower depths.
- They can be used with a variety of pumps.
The disadvantages of borewells include:
- They may not be able to reach the water table in soft soil.
- They may not be able to provide a large enough water supply for large households or businesses.
The advantages of tube wells include:
- They can reach the water table in soft soil.
- They can provide a large enough water supply for large households or businesses.
The disadvantages of tube wells include:
- They are more expensive to drill than borewells.
- They require more casing.
- They may require a submersible pump, which can be more expensive than other types of pumps.
Which type is right for you?
The type of well that is right for you will depend on your specific needs and circumstances. If you need a well that is relatively inexpensive to drill and can be used with a variety of pumps, then a borewell may be a good option for you and Al Abragest can help you. If you need a well that can reach the water table in soft soil and provide a large enough water supply for a large household or business, then a tube well may be a better option.
Ultimately, the best way to determine which type of well is right for you is to consult with a qualified well drilling contractor like our team at Al Abrag. We will be able to assess your needs and recommend the best type of well for your situation.