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04/03/2013, 08:10 AM
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Voltage regulator
Is there an in-line voltage regulator for recirculating pumps? I have a pump that's a little too strong but at the same time, a smaller pump is not enough.
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04/03/2013, 08:14 AM
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I think most pumps have DC motors in which case I don't think you can regulate the speed like you suggest. This is why controllable wave pumps cost so much.
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04/03/2013, 08:16 AM
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sorry.... coffee just now hitting the brain.
Last edited by HillbillyYoda; 04/03/2013 at 08:27 AM. |
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04/03/2013, 08:35 AM
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I'm not sure what is meant by "recirculating" in the original post. If this is an external pump, put a valve on it and adjust at will. If it's a prop-style powerhead, get a different one or change it's positioning. I suppose you could block the outlet or inlet with mesh to reduce the output, too...
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04/03/2013, 08:37 AM
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I meant a recirculating pump within the main tank.
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