Air pump control

Discussion in 'Hydroponic Growing' started by c0bblep0t, Apr 24, 2018.

  1. #1 c0bblep0t, Apr 24, 2018
    Would it be ok to use a fan speed controller to slow down a compressor type air pump? For a dwc


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  2. #2 deman81k, Apr 24, 2018
    Never tried that.....I'd first add a valve to the air line to control the flow...very inexpensive first try
     
  3. #3 c0bblep0t, Apr 24, 2018
    I do have valves on line but figured the back pressure is what would do damage or overheat pump ?
     
  4. #4 Wsg, Apr 24, 2018
    Why do you want to slow it down?
     
  5. #5 jollyrancher1, Apr 24, 2018
    Don't slow it down, add a buffer chamber between the output and the valve.

    Back pressure actually is a good thing as it doesn't let the piston slam into the ends (piston pump) and on a diaphragm the diaphragm doesn't get flexed as much.
     
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