When designing a pump system, the way the unit is powered must come into consideration. The two most prominent ways of powering a pump are via electrical power or compressed air.
When designing a pump system, the way the unit is powered must come into consideration. The two most prominent ways of powering a pump are via electrical power or compressed air. Let’s look at some pros and cons of powering a pump with compressed air.Pros
- No need to hire an electrician – just run an air line
- No polluting – little environmental impact
- Potential energy from the compressor can be stored in receiver tanks
- Speed can be controlled by a low cost actuator vs. a high cost variable frequency drive
Cons
- Very inefficient power transmission – as low as 15% of an electrical motor
- Compressed air must be cleaned and dried and air lines must be maintained
- Compressed air is expensive to produce
- Limited control of pump flow as compared to an electric variable frequency drive
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