gforce
New Member
I need to try and clarify this so I can make a better decision.
I am considering replacing my existing pressure tank (which is dead) with either a well-manager, a pside-kick, or something similar.
Examples:
http://www.wellmanager.com/wellmanager-constantpressuremodule.htm
http://www.cyclestopvalves.com/products.html#domestic
I am simply trying to understand the pros and cons of a system like this. I may be asking basic questions, so bear with me please.
In a traditional pressure tank system, when running the shower for instance, the tank pressure slowly decreases until it reaches the cut-in point. The pump then turns on and increases the pressure to the cut-out point. This process repeats until the shower is complete.
With a Constant Pressure system, the Pump essentially runs the entire time you are taking a shower. (baring of course the small delay from the small pressure tank that is included with the system.)
I see 3 benefits to this:
1 - The pump turns on and off less often for the same amount of water usage
2 - When the pump does run, it runs a higher efficiency; which in turn saves electricity.
3 - The pressure in the system remains the same while water is running.
At the same time I wonder about the following potential problems:
1 – Let’s say I was targeting 60 psi for my pressure setting. How do I know if my existing pump is capable of that pressure?
2 – Let’s say my pump is capable of producing 70psi yet I am reducing it to 60 psi. What happens if I open up enough faucets in the house to exceed that 60 psi?
3 – Is there any disadvantage of having the pump run longer and less often as compared to shorter and more often?
4 – Is there any advantage or disadvantage to installing a larger pressure tank in addition to the CPV system?
Thanks in advance for your advice
I am considering replacing my existing pressure tank (which is dead) with either a well-manager, a pside-kick, or something similar.
Examples:
http://www.wellmanager.com/wellmanager-constantpressuremodule.htm
http://www.cyclestopvalves.com/products.html#domestic
I am simply trying to understand the pros and cons of a system like this. I may be asking basic questions, so bear with me please.
In a traditional pressure tank system, when running the shower for instance, the tank pressure slowly decreases until it reaches the cut-in point. The pump then turns on and increases the pressure to the cut-out point. This process repeats until the shower is complete.
With a Constant Pressure system, the Pump essentially runs the entire time you are taking a shower. (baring of course the small delay from the small pressure tank that is included with the system.)
I see 3 benefits to this:
1 - The pump turns on and off less often for the same amount of water usage
2 - When the pump does run, it runs a higher efficiency; which in turn saves electricity.
3 - The pressure in the system remains the same while water is running.
At the same time I wonder about the following potential problems:
1 – Let’s say I was targeting 60 psi for my pressure setting. How do I know if my existing pump is capable of that pressure?
2 – Let’s say my pump is capable of producing 70psi yet I am reducing it to 60 psi. What happens if I open up enough faucets in the house to exceed that 60 psi?
3 – Is there any disadvantage of having the pump run longer and less often as compared to shorter and more often?
4 – Is there any advantage or disadvantage to installing a larger pressure tank in addition to the CPV system?
Thanks in advance for your advice