jpalarchio
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Out of curiosity, what would be the consequences?
The pump may not rotate at all or could eventually overheat.
If it's a 12v pump, a 5v power supply is not what you're looking for.
Out of curiosity, what would be the consequences?
The pump may not rotate at all or could eventually overheat.
If it's a 12v pump, a 5v power supply is not what you're looking for.
Thanks for the feedback.
What does an output of +5V mean in the pic below?
Also, I'm looking at getting an adjustable ac/dc adapter. Does one adjust the amperage or voltage to adjust the pump flow?
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Just what it says 5 volts. You need 12 volts. To control the flow you put a ball valve on the discharge side of the pump. If you start fooling with the voltage you are going to burn out the pump
Thanks for the feedback.
What does an output of +5V mean in the pic below?
Also, I'm looking at getting an adjustable ac/dc adapter. Does one adjust the amperage or voltage to adjust the pump flow?
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Just what it says 5 volts. You need 12 volts. To control the flow you put a ball valve on the discharge side of the pump. If you start fooling with the voltage you are going to burn out the pump
I just thought the "+" was odd.
I guess I didn't phrase my last question well. I understand that the flow is controlled by using a ball valve. What I was trying to ask was if the pumping volume or rate is a function of voltage or amperage.
I'm looking at this little pump - http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00H3V4NY8/?tag=skimlinks_replacement-20
Can some of you folks that have set these up provide photos/video/links to the power source you used?
after reading this thread, I ordered this from ebay. it will take a couple of weeks to come in but will let you know how it works once it arrives! They also have two other models (one weaker, one stronger).
6m/19ft Head 12V Solar Hot Water Pump Circulation Food Grade 212° F w/ Coupler
http://www.ebay.com/itm/361090615571
What are the power requirements and how do you power this pump?I use five of these pump only I own the ones without the powerbuck/boost power box on the cord.... I own both 12v and 24v versions which can be bought for under $20 with shipping on eBay. I have bought each on from a different seller but they all have the same components and are made of food grad pps with a encased magnet coated in the samepps material. I've been using them over a year and they work well
What are the power requirements and how do you power this pump?
I have one of the smaller pumps. It's basically garbage for brewing. It gets stuck up with grain super easily, it's a pain to keep lines on, and doesn't pump much volume. Save your money.
This question illustrates that you and I aren't talking about the same pump. Mine is the second one shown on the first page. Here is the amazon link. If my pump gave me 3 gal/min I would be happier, but it doesn't even do 1 gal. Some reasons why you would need more than 3 gal/min are: recirculating wort chiller water, or keg washing, or a higher lift, or if you were brewing 10,15,20 gallon batches.Why would you ever need more than 3 gallons per minute flow? Are you in some sort of speed brewing contest?
I'm not against cheap in either meaning of the word, provided it gets the job done. The pump that I have doesn't do any of the jobs that I bought it for. It's as simple as that.I look at you little coffee maker rims tube linked on your signature and can't help but laugh because to think these 2 or 3 gallon per minute pumps are too slow but those are fine? Then again you never stated which small pump your using so..
This question illustrates that you and I aren't talking about the same pump. Mine is the second one shown on the first page. Here is the amazon link. If my pump gave me 3 gal/min I would be happier, but it doesn't even do 1 gal. Some reasons why you would need more than 3 gal/min are: recirculating wort chiller water, or keg washing, or a higher lift, or if you were brewing 10,15,20 gallon batches.
I'm not against cheap in either meaning of the word, provided it gets the job done. The pump that I have doesn't do any of the jobs that I bought it for. It's as simple as that.
I have first hand experience with these pumps vs just assuming with experience based off of a tiny pump with less that 1 gallon per minute... Huge difference here in pumps.
Hi,
i'm considering on buying the pump you mentioned for a Braumeister inspired rig.
i'm guessing your familiar with it, but my intention is to recirculate wort from a big pot(45liters) into a small pot(20liters) full of malt, that way the wort goes through the grains, overflowing and falling into the bigger pot again. (the small pot is in the bigger one)
anyway...
my question is if you think that this pump is going to get the job done.
i'm kinda skeptical on buying such a tiny pump, to so this.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/361090615571?afsrc=1&rmvSB=true
maybe this one with bigger flow rate:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/HI-Quality-...90615571&tpos=top&ttype=price&talgo=undefined
Thanks alot.
Curious on the longevity you are all getting out of these small pumps? It's been a couple years since I started the thread.
Curious on the longevity you are all getting out of these small pumps? It's been a couple years since I started the thread.
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