PERISTALTIC VERSUS DIAPHRAGM PUMP
PERISTALTIC VERSUS DIAPHRAGM PUMP
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WHAT ARE THE ADVANTAGES AND DISADVANTAGES OF PERISTALTIC VERSUS DIAPHRAGM PUMP (APPROX 2 IN SIZE)TO MOVE CEMENT/SAND SLURRY? PERISTALTIC PUMP MANUFACTURERS CLAIM LOWER MAINTENANCE AND VULNERABILITY OF DIAGPHRAGM BALL VALVE - YET OPERATION WITH ABRASIVES WEARS HOSE. DIAPHRAGM MANUFACTURERS CLAIM LOWER MAINTENANCE AND NO PROBLEM WITH BALL VALVE CLOGGING WITH CEMENT PARTICLES.





RE: PERISTALTIC VERSUS DIAPHRAGM PUMP
RE: PERISTALTIC VERSUS DIAPHRAGM PUMP
Mike Halloran
Pembroke Pines, FL, USA
RE: PERISTALTIC VERSUS DIAPHRAGM PUMP
I am interested in answers to your question! Currently using a peristoltic pump (2") to pump enamel (clay/glass based) and having to replace hose every 2-3 months. No problems with blockages (though I have only been at this company 6 months). Problem I feel is cost of the hose and regular replacement required (which pump company claims is normal rate). So check out the cost of replacement hose and likely life before you buy.
RE: PERISTALTIC VERSUS DIAPHRAGM PUMP
Mike Halloran
Pembroke Pines, FL, USA
RE: PERISTALTIC VERSUS DIAPHRAGM PUMP