My old pump is 40 psi and this is 55 psi..This will be going into about a 20 year old camp trailer. Can my plumbing handle the extra pressure?
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Generally, the small difference of 15 psi should not make a difference in whatever plumbing you have, it's too minuscule. Depends on the condition of your "20 year old" piping/tubing, for instance SCH 40 PVC pipe in new/good condition can withstand over 100 psi so if you have something equal or better than that such as metallic you should be OK.
747167
I think everything would depend on the current condition of your plumbing and how your unit has been cared for during the past 20 years. Most plumbing in RVs will have been tested at 100 PSI, and if your unit has been properly cared for during its lifetime, I wouldn't think there would be a problem. There is only a difference of 15 PSI between your old pump and the new one.
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I agree with Jay Zee. The new trailers use PEX pipe for the plumbing and some of the older trailers use galvanized or copper pipe. The PEX pipe is rated for 100 psi and the Galvanized and Copper are rated for at least 100 psi. You will be much happier with the new pump. It is quieter and more efficient than the old ones.
747169
In addition to the other comments you have the option I to put in a pressure reducing valve. Be cautious that you do not restrict pump flow too much as it may overheat, but I have never even gotten one warm. You can split the outflow to return volume to the inflow (a circle) which reduces pressure. By putting a valve on the rerouted flow you can control how much gets diverted and how much pressure gets reduced.
747170
I used in a 42 year old trailer. It works awesomely, lots of pressure in the shower!
747171
This is the quietest pump I've ever had. I love it! As to your question about pressure I cannot say for sure you won't develop a minor, repairable leak but I doubt there will be any serious issue. I can guarntee you will love the pump! Dave Simmons
920711
Yes, buy the i spring with the pump and you won't have a problem. I bought this and installed it in my camper. Not much water pressure there but this one does the trick!
672058
If you put 3/8 hose ahead of the 5/16 you should be fine for pressure but if the 5/16 is between the pump and the 3/8 you lose pressure.
1132406
Not sure. It says the max is 150 PSI. If your 35" requires 150 PSI or less, I don't see why it won't work. The only issue is it might take a longer to get the pressure you need. It's a powerful pump. I have it for roadside emergency. Only used once to top up pressure.
1472559
I opened both valves and adjusted the screw up to a max of 55 psi. I believe that my regulator has been limited for safety reasons. It could be that yours has been limited to 75 psi.
758465
It's more the filter housing that handles the pressure. as far as the filter goes 100 psi wont hurt it, but RO filters are more effective at 60 or so. 100 psi is excessive and hard on the rest of your plumbing, you might consider installing a regulator. IMHO...
1232474
Yes you will get a little more pressure What those numbers mean is the pump will run until the pressure reaches 60 lbs then shut off and will not come on again until the pressure drop to 40 lbs then comes on and pumps up to 60 again
369476
System needs between 20-30 psi to be effective. Most "normal" houses have a water pressure of 40psi or better, which is why this system comes with a regulator. A low pressure well should operate at or slightly above 30 psi, so it should work perfectly fine.
28257
For my set up its a remote cabin. I have a 12V RV water pump to pressurize. I understood it needs a minimum pressure to operate. My pump is set at 40 lbs. Works fine for the shower and sink. Good luck, I'm happy with mine
357981
I would say yes it will. I use it to control the pressure into my rv at 45 to 50 psi.
1232477
Cynthia, the answer to your question is yes, you will have more pressure with the 40-60. The average pressure with the 30-50 switch is 40psi, the 40-60 will give you 50psi, you will gain 10psi.Manuel
1574371
I am using this unit on an older (old) Karcher 2400 psi and it might be even less than that, it works fine.
714611
The pump will only add 35psi to the existing water pressure. I have a pressure guage after the pump that shows 70psi when it comes on because my water pressure is 35psi from the main supply. You are supposed to have a pressure regulator before the pump to regulate the pressure so the total pressure does not exceed what your plumbing could handle. Which is usually about 70 PSI. Hope this helps.
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no this gauge will not handle that pressure, it is rated 5-60 psi Accutire makes a heavy duty truck tire gauge link belowhttp://www.measurement-limited.com/Heavy-Duty-Digital-Truck-Gauge_p_36.html
949970
I am not an expert but, I'm sure it would work just fine. However, do NOT push the Pressure up over 2000 PSI.
814122
No, the tank is not designed for in-line plumbed installation under pressure, per manufacturer's documentation. And I don't think the spigot fittings could handle the additional pressure, as there is already significant pressure from gravity on the large volume column of water. When the tank is full, the spigot pressure from gravity already feels like 60-80 psi or more. Not sure what that would do, hooked up to your household plumbing. Could potentially back-feed the public water supply if the pressure got low enough on the main line?
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Mine was set to cut in at 40psi at factory and I installed a pressure valve in the pump outlet line and set it for 60psi but it can go a little higher if you think your water lines can hold the pressure.