#dc pump

Pumping [Well] Water Without Electricity:

For city-dwellers, this won't be an option and massive water storage and/or filtering/purification may be the only options when the public water is contaminated or not running.

For those with Well Water, the Well may not be dry but the electric pump could go on the fritz or the grid could go down. If the grid is down, a power generator is the easiest method to power the well pump but if the electric pump is on the fritz, or there is some other situation when electricity is not available to pump water; you may need water out of an existing well or to pump from a pond, creek, or some other outside water source. That's when It's good to have a manual (emergency hand pump) and, maybe a 12-volt/DC, backup plan.

You only have to go down below the highest level of the water in your well (Static Water Level). Regardless of how deep the well is the static water level may only be 25 feet from the top. Obviously, in a drought situation that could drop but it's not necessary to pull water from the bottom of the well, only from the static water level.

These resources may be of assistance to you: Options for Pumping Water Without Electricity Ram Pump Build Video 1

Ram Pump Build Video 2

Ram Pumps 4 Sale Indoor Pitcher Pump High-End Hand Pumps for an Existing (Deep) Well:

[Article 1] [Article 2]

[Simple Pumps]

[Bison Pumps] Inexpensive Pumps:    [EZ Web Site]    [EZ Video]

[Freedom Web Site] [Emergency Web Site] [Emergency Video] [Other Videos]

Related Resources: Have a Long-Term Water Storage Plan for Emergencies Methods to Purify Water Emergency Power Options Build a Cistern Water System as a Backup Water Source

[Author's Reference Link]

[11-Cs Basic Emergency Kit] [14-Point Emergency Preps Checklist] [Immediate Steps to Take When Disaster Strikes] [Learn to be More Self-Sufficient] [The Ultimate Preparation] [P4T Main Index]

NOTICE: Contents of this blog have been gathered from sources believed to be reliable but should not be considered authoritative. You are solely responsible for your own actions on how you use this information. Do your own research on topic(s) included.

If you’ve worked around machines long enough, you’ll know — when an oil pump starts acting up, you feel it. Maybe the flow slows down, maybe there’s weird noise, maybe the whole system just feels… off. That’s when you need to pay attention.

In industries like workshops, marine, fuel handling, or heavy machinery, these pumps move oil or lubricants from one place to another. And when they fail? Everything grinds to a halt — literally.

Let me walk you through how to spot when an oil pump’s not doing its job.

You Know Your Oil Pump’s in Trouble When…

The Flow Gets Weak

First sign? The oil’s not moving like it used to. You might notice slower transfer, spluttering, or uneven flow. Big red flag.

Weird Noises Start

Grinding, clanking, screeching… trust me, that’s not normal. Pumps are noisy by nature, but odd sounds usually mean internal parts are wearing down.

Oil Leaks Everywhere

Leaking oil around the pump, hoses, or fittings? Could be seals gone bad or cracks somewhere. Check it fast — leaks slow everything down and waste product.

The Pump Gets Hot

A pump that’s heating up more than usual means it’s working harder than it should. Might be internal damage, or maybe oil’s not flowing properly.

It Works… Then It Doesn’t

Intermittent pumping — stops, starts, sputters? That’s never a good sign. It could be electrical, mechanical, or just plain old wear and tear.

What Messes Up an Oil Pump?

Simple stuff adds up:

Using dirty oil or poor-quality fluids

Running the pump dry (no oil in the line)

Skipping maintenance checks

Letting seals, hoses, or fittings get old

Overloading the pump beyond its rated capacity

Seen it happen too many times — small problems grow fast when ignored.

What Should You Do?

First thing - shut it down if something feels off. Keep running it, you risk damaging more than just the pump.

Check for:

Oil levels and condition

Visible leaks

Clogged lines or filters

Electrical issues (if it’s motor-driven)

If it’s beyond a quick fix? Time to call your supplier or maintenance team. Sometimes it’s cheaper to swap the pump than patch problems over and over.

Final Word

In this line of work, equipment downtime costs money. An oil pump that’s failing slows you down, wastes oil, and risks damaging your machines.

Where diesel fuel is mission-critical, in transportation, construction, logistics, and agriculture, there is a serious need to accurately measure consumption. A diesel flow meter is a measurement meter to measure the quantity or rate of diesel fuel in transit or consumed. From fuel consumption measurement by fleets to fuel storage tank measurement, the meter plays a significant role in saving money, making it more efficient, and accurate billing or stock control.

In this article, we’ll explore what a diesel flow meter is, how it works, its types, and the benefits it offers across various industries.

Understanding the Diesel Flow Meter

The diesel flow meter is an electric or mechanical gauge that provides a reading of the quantity of diesel flowing through a fuel dispensing device, hose, or pipe. They are utilized in trying to operate equipment such as boats, gas pumps, diesel generators, tankers, and machinery.

The primary application of a diesel flow meter is the delivery of accurate measurement of diesel fuel in fuel consumption optimization, fuel consumption monitoring, and fuel consumption control. It is utilized most effectively in cost saving, environmental conservation, and business efficiency improvement.

How Does a Diesel Flow Meter Work?

Principle behind diesel flow meter operation will be based on what type of flow meter it is, but the principle remains the same—calculates flow rate by knowing how much fuel passes through a chamber.

Examples of diesel flow meters most often utilized are:

1. Mechanical (Positive Displacement) Flow Meters

These meters use floating internal parts such as pistons or gears to measure fluid. They take one turn to gauge a nominal volume of liquid. They are highly accurate and precise, particularly in the case of constant flow.

2. Turbine Flow Meters

Turbine meters have a revolving turbine blade located in the diesel flow path. The rotation is directly proportional to diesel speed, and the flow rate is read by sensors.

3. Digital or Electronic Flow Meters

Digital flow meters utilize LCD or LED displays and typically consist of features like flow rate, total quantity, temperature compensation, and recording. They are also utilized in commercial fuel dispensers and next-generation industrial installations.

Applications of Diesel Flow Meters

Diesel flow meters find applications in industries and applications as:

Fleet Management: Monitor diesel fuel consumption of trucks and buses to make them fuel efficient.

Agriculture: Monitor tractors, harvesters, and irrigation pumps' diesel fuel usage.

Construction: Monitor heavy equipment fuel consumption of bulldozers and excavators.

Fuel Distribution: Monitor retail stations and bulk dispensing of diesel fuel properly.

Marine & Aviation: Monitor boats and ground support equipment's fuel usage.

Benefits of Having a Diesel Flow Meter

There are many benefits of buying a diesel flow meter:

Precise Fuel Monitoring: Avoids under- and over-dispensing of diesel.

Fuel Sparing: Saves fuel and prevents wasteful consumption of fuel.

Inventory Monitoring: Tracks fuel inventory and refilling cycle.

Efficiency in Operation: Maximizes industrial equipment and generator fuel usage.

Prevents Fuel Theft: Ideally suited for fuel sensing and fuel theft.

Conclusion

A diesel flow meter is an effective device for any organization that consumes huge quantities of diesel fuel. Whether it is a fuel depot, fleet, or heavy equipment company, this meter provides real-time information, accuracy, and control over fuel consumption.

What are the features of DC water pumps and AC water pumps?

In recent years, DC pumps have been well known by many companies for their small size, low power, and high safety factor. Engineers are considering upgrading the original AC pumps to DC pumps. So, what are the characteristics of AC water pumps and DC water pumps? This article will explain it one by one for you. AC water pump features AC water pumps, that is, water pumps powered by AC power, are generally driven by AC motors with a voltage higher than 36V. Advantages: The commutation of the AC water pump is changed by the 50HZ frequency of the mains supply,which is easy to use,and there are many manufacturers supply AC pumps, and the price is relatively cheap. Disadvantages: 1. Low security. It is well known that the safe voltage for human body is 36V, while the AC pump uses AC power supply above 220V, which requires high insulation. Once the line is damaged, it is very likely to cause electric shock and cause a safety accident. 2. Low lifespan. AC pump motors generally use copper-clad aluminum wire cores. The temperature of the motor is generally 120°C, whose lifespan is short. The power consumption is higher than that of DC water pumps when achieving the same parameter performance. 3. High noise. The motor technology used in AC pumps is outdated and the materials are cheap. The noise of common AC pumps is above 40db(A). As the use time increases, the noise becomes louder and louder. 4. The quality varies. The quality of AC pumps on the market is uneven, and the parameters are generally false. Sometimes it feels powerless or too strong during use. DC water pump Features A DC water pump, that is, a water pump whose power source is DC, is generally driven by a DC motor lower than 36V. According to the different motors used, it can be divided into brushed DC water pumps and brushless DC water pumps. Advantages: 1. Safer. Most of the popular brushless DC water pumps on the market have a rated operating voltage of 3.5V~24V, which is lower than the human body safety voltage of 36V. This greatly improves the safety of the water pump and can avoid safety accidents such as electric shocks caused by damaged AC pump wires. In areas with unstable voltage, the power adapter (transformer) is equipped to provide stable voltage to ensure the continuous and stable operation of the water pump, and the corresponding battery can still be used for power supply in case of power failure, so there is no need to worry about the pump stopping due to power failure. 2. Longer lifetime. Adopting advanced brushless DC technology and the latest process design, the working lifetime exceeds 20,000 hours, the temperature of the motor is low, and the long-term operation temperature does not change much. 3. Lower noise. The unique shock-absorbing and noise-reducing design not only stabilizes the pump body, but also effectively reduces noise, and the maximum noise does not exceed 40db. 4. More efficient. The brushless DC pump solves the problems of low energy efficiency, large volume and high noise of the AC pump. Generally speaking, the efficiency of a DC pump with the same volume can be 2-3 times that of an AC pump. 5. Intelligent control can be realized. The AC pump is not controlled by the drive board, so it is not suitable for intelligent control occasions. However, brushless DC pumps can customize various control functions, such as speed regulation, temperature difference control, reverse voltage protection (polarity protection), dry-running protection, over-current protection, over-voltage protection, etc. Disadvantages: As long as the motor rotates in the brushed DC water pump, the carbon brushes will wear out. After the water pump runs for a period of time, the wear gap of the carbon brushes will become larger, and the noise will also increase accordingly. After hundreds of hours of continuous operation, the carbon brush cannot play the role of commutation. Brushless DC water pump solution After 18 years of concentrated research, Topsflo has produced micro brushless DC water pumps that overcome various problems existing in AC pumps and brushed DC water pumps. The rotor part is made of permanent magnet material, the pump body is made of environmenta-friendly materials, and it adopts the high-precision wear-resistant shaft sleeve and the rotor are injection molded into one body to avoid wear and tear. At the same time, Topsflo brushless DC pumps use imported high-temperature-resistant raw materials, which can bear strong pressure and can operate at high temperature and high pressure for a long time. The high-temperature resistance can reach as high as 125°C. It is also fully suitable for automotive engine cooling and heat dissipation systems that require high heat resistance of the pump. After multi-party verification and feedback, Topsflo brushless DC water pumps have excellent performance in high temperature resistance, quietness, long lifetime, batch consistency, etc., and have won praise and trust from many customers at home and abroad. If you have a need for micro brushless DC water pump, please contact us, Topsflo engineers will provide you with the most stable and reliable water pump solution!

Sebuah solusi yang menarik bagi mereka yang memiliki usaha di bidang stasiun pengisian bahan bakar eceran. karena kini telah hadir sebuah Pompa Solar Elektrik yang dapat di tenagai dengan daya 24 Volt. Sebuah daya yang cukup ringkas untuk memindahan fluida.

Sebuah produsen flowmeter ternama dari amerika bernama Fillrite Flowmeter kini telah meluncurkan berbagai macam model pompa solar yang cukup mudah dioperasikan dan memiliki daya yang kecil. Sehingga dapat dipindahkan kemanapun anda suka, tanpa harus menghawatirkan catu daya.

Produk ini sesungguhnya telah diluncurkan sejak tahun 2010, namun baru marak diperjual belikan di pangsa pasar Indonesia sejak tahun 2012. Karena dengan catu daya yang kecil, pompa portable ini banyak di manfaatkan oleh pengusaha dan industri sebagai alat bantu penghisapan diatas drum solar. Dan dimodifikasi untuk menjadi pompa hisap bagi stasiun pengisian bahan bakar mini yang mulai marak di Indonesia sejak tahun 2015.