What is a dosing pump used for in an aquarium?
Dosing pumps are one of the primary types of aquarium automation devices. They’re designed to automatically add precise amounts of additives to the aquarium water. The idea is to consistently add just the right amount every day to ensure a stable aquatic environment.
Which pumps are commonly used for chemical dosing?
Chemical dosing pumps that are used for water treatment fall into the following categories: centrifugal pumps, piston pumps, and displacement style pumps (peristaltic and diaphragm pumps).
How do auto dosing pumps work?
A dosing pump draws a measured amount of liquid into its chamber and injects the chemical into a tank or pipe that contains the fluid that is being dosed. It’s powered by an electric motor or an air actuator and has a controller that turns the pump on and off and manages the flow rate.
What is Antiscalant dosing pump?
Antiscalant Dosing Pump involves the pretreatment injection of antiscalant into feedwater before it gets entered into RO membrane. This pump is used in the treatment of water for proper functioning.
Where should a dosing pump be placed?
Ideally the dosing pump should be mounted above the sump and dosing reservoir in an area that is not prone to splashing or spills. The dosing pump can be mounted vertically or horizontally. When affixing the tubing, take care that the tubing is inserted all the way over the connector until it can go no further.
How do I choose a dosing pump?
Typical specifications to consider when selecting dosing pumps are flowrate, pump head, pressure, horsepower, power rating, and operating temperature.
How do you choose a chemical dosing pump?
First and foremost, you need to select a pump that can provide a flow rate that is adequate for your needs. Larger robust pumps are designed to be able to pump chemicals at a much higher flow rate than smaller-sized pumps.