Peristaltic pump
Peristaltic pump
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Hi Guys
I am trying to learn about peristaltic pumps. I would like to know the effect of using more than two rollers on the flow rate? For example with a specific rotor diameter and tube parameters if you want high flow rate should you go for 2 rollers instead of three? Basically what affects the flow rate of these pumps? Sorry for my funny question but my background is in agriculture so do not know anything about the pumps.
Lilynema
I am trying to learn about peristaltic pumps. I would like to know the effect of using more than two rollers on the flow rate? For example with a specific rotor diameter and tube parameters if you want high flow rate should you go for 2 rollers instead of three? Basically what affects the flow rate of these pumps? Sorry for my funny question but my background is in agriculture so do not know anything about the pumps.
Lilynema





RE: Peristaltic pump
RE: Peristaltic pump
To change flowrate you change speed.
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RE: Peristaltic pump
However- as noted above- more rollers = smoother discharge flow. Generally it's speed and tube diameter that affects the flow. You'll get longer tube/roller life with a bigger tube and lower speeds.
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