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NTBugtraq
03-26-2016, 11:54 AM
I recently purchased a Wes Fab 7" short filter press with hand pump, and was looking for an electric pump to replace the hand pump. However, I realize I have no specifications for such a pump. It looks similar to my Guzzler on my vacuum system, but I have no idea if they are interchangeable. Can anyone say what I should be aiming for pump-wise?

wiam
03-26-2016, 11:59 AM
Most have a gear pump if they use electric. I switched to an air powered diaphragm pump

NTBugtraq
03-26-2016, 12:19 PM
Most have a gear pump if they use electric. I switched to an air powered diaphragm pump

Do you mean you use a compressor to drive the pump, if so, what powers the compressor? I should clarify. I don't so much care whether the pump is electric or air powered, only that I have electricity at the sugar shack so would rather use that instead of other fuel.

wiam
03-26-2016, 06:24 PM
Do you mean you use a compressor to drive the pump, if so, what powers the compressor? I should clarify. I don't so much care whether the pump is electric or air powered, only that I have electricity at the sugar shack so would rather use that instead of other fuel.

Yes,I use a pancake compressor to run this pump.
https://www.zoro.com/warren-rupp-double-diaphragm-pump-air-operated-220f-wr10kp5bkk9/i/G2116721/

This model is rated to 220 degrees. Last year I used it on my 7" press even when only using 4-6 papers. Now I use it in my 10".

NTBugtraq
03-26-2016, 07:48 PM
Yes,I use a pancake compressor to run this pump.
https://www.zoro.com/warren-rupp-double-diaphragm-pump-air-operated-220f-wr10kp5bkk9/i/G2116721/

This model is rated to 220 degrees. Last year I used it on my 7" press even when only using 4-6 papers. Now I use it in my 10".

Alas, seems I get only pumps, not operating pumps. Is it how I am asking??