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10/09/2010, 03:15 PM
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Booster pump for RODI system (Lowe's/HD?)
My RODI runs at 45PSI. Can I get a booster pump from Lowe's or Home Depot?
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10/09/2010, 03:59 PM
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I've wondered the same thing. What you might consider is a whole house booster. If your ro/di is running at 45, then your whole house probably is. Might be worth the investment to do the whole house instead.
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10/09/2010, 04:04 PM
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I got my booster pump from Bulk Reef Supply. My water pressure went from 34 to 67. I haven't taken a look at Lowe's or HD's, though.
When you purchase booster pumps in general, remember you also need to buy the power supply (some websites sell the pump and power supply separately). |
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10/09/2010, 04:12 PM
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10/09/2010, 07:12 PM
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i would think that you can as it is safe for potable /drinking water so your ro/di unit will not be compromised . we all have copper pipes and many have lead pipes up to your meter if its an older house like mine and it doesn't present any problems . in saying this there really cant be anything wrong with the home depot units for just pressurizing it .have you checked on the prices of them compared to aquarium stores or online retailers ?
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10/09/2010, 10:49 PM
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You could look at air water an ice for there booster pumps made for ro/di units there not cheap just make sure you get the liquid filled pressure gages so you can set the pressure cut out and not blow up your membrane...
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