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12-22-2004, 04:45 PM
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Finished my Auto Topoff!
Finally, after weeks of studying and looking for parts its done!
  There is only 24VDC running through the float switch. Once the switch closes, the relay trips and the powerhead pump starts up. What do you guys think? One bad thing about it though is that the cord to the switch is so short. I might have to splice some wires, but then it won't look as clean. 
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12-22-2004, 05:03 PM
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Hey thanks!
The float switch is from Ivan @ Aquaria Canada. The relay I picked up form Active Electronics. I'm sure you could get one online from DigiKey or Newark for cheaper.
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12-22-2004, 05:18 PM
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looks good, what made you decide to go with a powered top off instead of a gravity system?
Steve
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12-22-2004, 05:28 PM
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I actually built this for a friend of mine who doesn't have a sump. On my current system, I'm trying to get a feed from my RO unit through a float valve...now if only I could get my dishwasher out of the way
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12-22-2004, 07:47 PM
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Quote:
Steve
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*everything said above is just my opinion, and may or may not reflect the views of this BBS, its Operators, and its Members. If cornered on any “opinion” I post I will totally deny having ever said this in a Court of Law…Unless I am the right one*Some strive to be perfect.... I just strive.
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12-22-2004, 08:18 PM
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Isnt gravity feed just a holding tank with RO water above sump level then a float valve in the sump, when the water gets low in the sump the valve opens to the holding tub and tops it off?
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