How much water does this consume? I didn't see any gph rating to estimate required feed capacity but maybe I missed it. Thanks!
1505850
I don't know quantitatively, but the six spray heads each emit very little water. I use mine on a timer to operate only during the hottest time of day, and turn off the feed to it on cloudy days. It is probably more effective in a drier climate, much like swamp coolers.
1505851
I haven't measured it with a meter, but in the hot desert Sun of Phoenix we leave it on about 1/4 strength of regular household pressure for approximately 8 hours a day. My water bill only increases about $5 a month or so. I would assume not a lot, but it would depend on how strong you have the water turned on and how long you leave it on. We and our pets could not live w/o it. :)
1505852
About 1/2 gallon per nozzle per hour. But it also depends on water pressure. I ran it all summer 10 hours a day and didn't notice it on the bill.
1505853
I wish I knew, but not as huge an increase in my bills as I expected. But I suggest getting a Faucet Timer, to keep from using longer than need be.
1841274
That is part of the problem. Because there is no feed, you have to pull it straight out from the source or load it straight in so you have to put a little elbow grease into it. What is great that I only have one really long hose that reaches almost everything I need to water so I just do it once.
552866
Before I answer your question, let me tell you, don't buy it. You will be disappointed! I bought two and both were faulty in exactly the same period of time. I am not sure how many gpm of water was pumped, but initially they worked fine then failed miserably
2095295
Good question, and I never and probably should have measured the ppm's from my hose. I will have to say that whatever we were doing the plants loved it, and we only fed them what we added to our soil and water from this filter. I am trying a different filter this year due to the price and will report back after harvest.
338675
Had mine for about a year, still performing great. GREAT 6gal aquarium. I've noticed over the past year that when water is low or needed....it is loads in the rest filter and pump area than in the front. I will always add water to the rest chambers.
1868102
The rated capacity under load is 1320 cubic centimeters per minute (it's the "Rated load spit water" spec in the list). That works out to just under 0.35 gallons per minute, or about 21.5 gallons per hour, plus or minus 2.15 gallons per hour due to the stated 10% variance.
1220981
I water mine every day with regular water from a drinking cooler in the office. I tried giving it some 'bamboo food' that I bought off of Amazon but I did not see a difference.
289967
Water consumption is on a daily basis and it varies day to day...about 5-10 gallons. It has worked great since using it.
925270
I'm not sure what the max rate is - but its a lot - wide open is essentially just allowing the tube to flow freely - not sure why you'd need an emitter if you want that much water - just poke holes in the supply tube... My frustration is at the other end of the range - I wish they could provide an even slower drip.
2170089
I have about a gallon and a 1/2 bowl and I added 1/4 teaspoon each time. I changed water every week because it made water really 'greasy'. My fish is still alive and well:)
1767651
I don't recall the exact amount but it is very low water use. Far less than if I washed by hand. As I recall the normal cycle only uses about 3 gallons for the entire cycle.
1167221
Sorry , I can't answer that question. I only have one at this time. But I am very happy with it. Keeps feed fresh and dry.
1210923
Just add water and mix it up. Not sure if there is a restriction on how much to drink per day, I don't know why there would be a limit though.
751178
I have a darter tank that has about 25 gallons of water in it. I just replaced a 500 GPH water pump with the 850 GPH circulation pump. The water pump really blasted quite a jet of water across my tank. The Hydor is much gentler, with a broader spread, but still seems to make for a nice stream simulation. While the 500 GPH was about the maximum my tank could handle, the 850 GPH circulation pump is just adequate for a stream simulation. My main reason for switching was the circulation pump only uses about 5 watts of electricity, while a 500 GPH water pump uses about 35. I'm hoping to see my water temperature drop. If you are simulating a swamp, however, I would not recommend this product at all. I have a darter tank that has about 25 gallons of water in it. I just replaced a 500 GPH water pump with the 850 GPH circulation pump. The water pump really blasted quite a jet of water across my tank. The Hydor is much gentler, with a broader spread, but still seems to make for a nice stream simulation. While the 500 GPH was about the maximum my tank could handle, the 850 GPH circulation pump is just adequate for a stream simulation. My main reason for switching was the circulation pump only uses about 5 watts of electricity, while a 500 GPH water pump uses about 35. I'm hoping to see my... » Read More I have a darter tank that has about 25 gallons of water in it. I just replaced a 500 GPH water pump with the 850 GPH circulation pump. The water pump really blasted quite a jet of water across my tank. The Hydor is much gentler, with a broader spread, but still seems to make for a nice stream simulation. While the 500 GPH was about the maximum my tank could handle, the 850 GPH circulation pump is just adequate for a stream simulation. My main reason for switching was the circulation pump only uses about 5 watts of electricity, while a 500 GPH water pump uses about 35. I'm hoping to see my water temperature drop. If you are simulating a swamp, however, I would not recommend this product at all. « Show Less
33375
On the box it says 3 gpm but this can be confusing. While it may be able to push 3 gpm it depends on how far from the point of use you are and how hot you want the water to be. I am in a warm weather climate and find that I can use it very easily with a 1.5 gpm shower head and for use in my kitchen sink. That seems to max out the units effectiveness. Hope this helps. By the way, I am very happy with this unit.
42894
I use 2 pumps a day definitely. Have not tracked it, but started a new bottle yesterday (Sept 15). Will track it. I have another bottle in Reserve. Gestimate a little over a month. Will report back when current one runs out. Lara
139636
I suppose it depends on the device settings you give it but I have set mine for 3 decent feedings a day and left it for 5 days, when I returned it still had plenty to spare.