Sump pumps build very little pressure. The flow out of the filter will drop very quickly as the filter begins to clog. The pressure part is why the shallow well type pumps are being used.
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Sump pumps build very little pressure. The flow out of the filter will drop very quickly as the filter begins to clog. The pressure part is why the shallow well type pumps are being used.
We are at around 750 taps currently. It seems to keep up well with the leaks since we are not always able to spend time keeping up with them.
The motor is a 2 HP running on a 10 kW Max generator. The motor overload trips and not the generator breaker. This same generator starts other 5 hp motors. I could add in some relays to run a heater...
I am running this off of a generator. I currently have the generator auto starting based on temperature (thus starting the pump) and hoped potentially a different oil has helped others.
Has anyone else had problems with their vacuum pump not starting when cold? Mine runs up to about half speed and then trips the breaker. After warming the pump it will start fine. Any suggestions on...
Does your procon have the built in pressure regulator? It may be that you need to adjust that and not a motor issue at all. It would be an adjuster under a acorn nut on the side of the pump. Turn in...
1100 rpm is correct. 5.5 HP motor.
From the procon pump datasheet a 240 gph pump requires .87 HP at 250 psi. Mine would trip after sometime running above 220 with .75 HP motor. I went to 1 HP and now have no problems. At 50 psi, you...
You will want a 1.5 HP motor if you plan to run the pressure up over 200 psi. The number of membranes doesn't matter in sizing the motor.
Also FYI, a 330 gph procon requires a 20 psi minimum feed pressure. If you already have a feed pump likely not an issue, if not I would recommend one.
I second the keep it in series opinion for the same reason.
You will need a 12 VDC supply if you're not already using 12 VDC (mine is 110 AC). Connect the valve black wire to the negative. Connect the red wire directly to positive (or better yet put in an in...
I use a single 2 x 10 filter in my RO with a procon 4 GPM pump. My filter is on the high pressure side of the procon though. I've been able to run several hundred gallons of sap through a single...
I'm repurposing a surge 100+ vacuum pump that has sat for a few years. In cleaning up the reclaimer (L3 model) and oil lines I found cartridges in the oil drippers that were covered in sludge. Is...
Sorry forgot the link. See wiam's post as he found them.
2.5 x 20 Filters by the case of 20 on ebay for $48.14 and free shipping. I use the 2x 10 on our 250 RO with no problems.
Absolutely required for the larger procons!
I would recommend adding the second membrane in series to keep your flow high through the membranes. As far as the pressure not dropping, I would look at going to a larger size concentrate valve...
Yes head pressure from the tank and sap filtered prior to going into tank to eliminate the potential for any chunks going through procon. A feed pump could still be used and may be advised, but...
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Be sure to consider the pump pressure/flow curve when selecting the multi stage pump. Multi stage pumps are not positive displacement so when pressure goes up flow goes considerably down. Procons are...
See this thread http://mapletrader.com/community/showthread.php?30401-Automatic-gas-vacuum-start-up-and-shutdown-system/page2&highlight=Auto
We have the same pitch roof and located very near Maple Man. With the metal roof, the snow slides off very easily and has not been anywhere close to a problem. Also, the trusses on the building we...
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Here are some pics of my guzzler. Let me know if you would have any interest.
Concord Maple, I have a single guzzler 500 w/ 110 VAC motor bought directly from Bosworth 3 years ago I would be willing to sell for $500 + shipping. Comes with one new rebuild kit (diaphragm and...