A float switch that will turn a pump off?

[scotts2002]

Are there any pre-made setups or plans that i can use to make a float switch that will turn a power strip off - stopping pumps from contining to pump water into a tank? I had a pump get clogged with hair algea and the tank overflowed. Fortunately I was right there so I was able to shut the system down and deal with the problem.
I'm looking to build, or buy, a float switch that will shut off certain pumps should this happen again. I would prefer to build it myself to save a few bucks, but I will buy one if I need to.

 

[thegrog]

There are a number of float switches on the market that will work for what you want. Not something you can find at Lowes of HD though, you would need to check out an industrial supply company.
I am desiging a similiar system to what you want so email me and I can point you in the right direction of what parts you need to get and how to do a search for them (as giving away online store info is against the rules).

thejediray@aol.com