Diaphragm pump

[Maplewalnut]

Filter gear pump finally went. Is this a suitable replacement if I convert to air? 1/2 inch ports and can take temp to 225 degrees

https://m.northerntool.com/shop/tool...iABEgJz8PD_BwE

[motowbrowne]

According to that page, no. But who knows where that info comes from. You'd probably need to call the manufacturer to be sure.
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[Amber Gold]

I used this one from Grainger for a number of years until I sold my filter press. It worked great and is about bombproof. Only complaint is the checks will sugar up if you leave syrup in it, but it takes about 5 min to break it down and put it back together. No problem though if you rinse it out after use.
https://www.grainger.com/product/WAR...agm-Pump-2ERY8

Last season, I got a new press, so I got a bigger pump. It's a 1/2" Wilden pump from FW Webb with plastic body. It's twice as much as the Grainger pump and is harder to take apart and put together...more pieces. I do like the pump though...it pumps a lot faster, but I don't necessarily think it's any better. I can get you the part number if you want it.

[maple flats]

I need to check but I think this is what I use. ttps://www.zoro.com/aro-double-diaphragm-pump-air-operated-200f-pd03p-als-kaa/i/G2537026/#specifications
The 200F does not seem to be an issue, I heat my syrup in my finisher to 210, then draw it into my mixing tank, stir and then pump it thru the filter press. While I have not checked what the temperature is when it goes thru the pump I suspect it is likely close to 200F. I use 1" silicone supply tubing and reduce to 3/8" at the inlet to the pump.

[Maplewalnut]

Anyone run one of these?

https://www.kleen-ritecorp.com/p-208...-1-2-pump.aspx

[Amber Gold]

Check this thread out that's also about diaphragm pumps. GeneralStark has a Yamada pump...not sure if it's the same one you sent a link of.

http://mapletrader.com/community/sho...diaphragm+pump

[maple flats]

I didn't find the complete specs. I see 212F max, but don't see anything about food grade. To me it looks more like a car wash pump but I may be wrong. The price is good, but only if it is safe to use (food grade).

[Maplewalnut]

Check this thread out that's also about diaphragm pumps. GeneralStark has a Yamada pump...not sure if it's the same one you sent a link of.

http://mapletrader.com/community/sho...diaphragm+pump

Thanks Josh...not sure how I missed this thread when I was looking back. Bought a Yamada 15BAT with 1/2 inch ports for $540 and free 2 day ship

[maple flats]

Find a different source. A car wash equipment vendor will not have food grade products.

[Maplewalnut]

[QUOTE=maple flats;385422]Find a different source. A car wash equipment vendor will not have food grade products.[/QUOTE