30/50 vs 40/60 Well Pressure switch, Pros/Cons.

[JOE.G]

Hi, I turned up my well pressure switch a few years ago from 30/50 to 40/60 but my switch standoff pipe and switch were clogged and I did not know until I cleaned it two weeks ago. My pressure now is very good. I am just wondering if I leave it at a true 40/60 that it is now is it a lot harder on the system? My filter does get a slit build up in it but always has and I change it about every 3 months. I have not turned it down to see if I would like a true 30/50 or not.

Just wondering what people are recommending. Thanks

 

[Reach4]

Pump is fine with the higher pressure. Supply lines might last longer with lower pressure.

When you change pressure switch settings, make sure you adjust the air precharge.

Also, if undecided between 30/50 and 40/60, consider 35/55.

 

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[Valveman]

40/60 is most common, and better pressure in the house.

 

[JOE.G]

Yes I set Pre charge to 38 PSI, Is the added pressure that much harder on the supply lines?

 

[Reach4]

Yes I set Pre charge to 38 PSI, Is the added pressure that much harder on the supply lines?

No.