pump for aeroponics system

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cell491

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If I wanted to build an aeroponics system using 8 of these misters (i believe they use 1/4" tubing and operate up to 30psi) http://store.gardentechonline.com/shop/294/ fed from a bottom reservoir, Im looking for the cheapest pump that can provide enough pressure for each mister to have a good solid spray (no wimpy spraying allowed!). Ive been looking at some 12v diaphragm pumps but i wanted to get yall's opinion. Heres one im looking at http://www.amazon.com/NorthStar-Volt-Demand-Diaphragm-Pump/dp/B002VMDFLQ but that could also be overkill
 
abesmitty

abesmitty

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im kind asking the same question on a post thats right above yours, check on mine in a few minutes if you dont get the answer your looking here, and if some one does answer his question look for mine and help me!!!

good luck dude
 
whiteflour

whiteflour

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cell491 said:
If I wanted to build an aeroponics system using 8 of these misters (i believe they use 1/4" tubing and operate up to 30psi) http://store.gardentechonline.com/shop/294/ fed from a bottom reservoir, Im looking for the cheapest pump that can provide enough pressure for each mister to have a good solid spray (no wimpy spraying allowed!). Ive been looking at some 12v diaphragm pumps but i wanted to get yall's opinion. Heres one im looking at http://www.amazon.com/NorthStar-Volt-Demand-Diaphragm-Pump/dp/B002VMDFLQ but that could also be overkill
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That's probably too small. You need to take into consideration the maximum flow rate of each nozzle as well (12gpm x 8 = 96gpm). A lot of people use the Ecoplus 396 for small projects which is about $25 and pumps like 396gpm. I'm running a 500gpm pump with 12 misters and it does fine.
 
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