What is the max back pressure on a RO unit

jgoldsney · #1 03-02-2006, 07:51 PM

Well as I consider my new tank install, I have decided that the space in my stand even with the re-designed sump is too small for my RO/DI unit.

I am considdering putting my RO unit in the basment and running a line up to the tank. The length of 1/4" line would be at least 60 -70 ft.

Does anyone know if this will be too much back pressure on the RO Unit.

Joel

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TheReefGeek · #2 03-02-2006, 08:09 PM

I dont think it will be a problem.

Buy some 1/4" tubing from the hardware store for cheap, and test it!
Mount the RODI high up towards the ceiling, then you are only pumping a few feet anyways.

mark · #3 03-02-2006, 08:13 PM

could query the manufacturer

jgoldsney · #4 03-02-2006, 08:13 PM

well the tank is on the second floor so there would be at least 10ft of vertical head

TheReefGeek · #5 03-02-2006, 08:18 PM

The manufacturer should be able to to tell you, if not test it out and see if it works.

I know my setup runs about 30ft horizontal with lots of bends, so there is some head pressure there and it works fine.

Paverdude · #6 03-02-2006, 10:17 PM

My RO feeds into 3 preassure tanks that are pressurised to 40 lbs, so there should be no prob