I'm using this tank with my RO system, but it only seems to yield about 5 gallons. Does that mean there's too much pressure, or maybe not enough?
1024360
A 10 gallon tank may only yield 5 gallons depending upon the size of tubing entering/leaving, capacity of the RO unit feeding it. Each of these, and the amount of lift(feet of lift =2.3psi/foot of pressure drop. Converted into cubic feet of water) reduces your tank's capacity. Do not add air to the tank unless you know what you're doing.
1024361
Cory,I don't remember the exact specs but if you look for it on the web you should be able to find it. I do recall that a 10 gallon RO tank will only store ~ 8 gallons of water at a time. If your water pressure is weaker than normal, it would make sense that it yields 5 gallon. There needs to be space for the air and bladder inside the tank, so it can't be all water. I hope this helps.
1024362
Hi Cory, I would check the air pressure in the tank. Can't remember what it should be but should say on the tank or instructions. Should be a certain amount of differential pressure between tank and utility water pressure. Not enough air pressure and the bladder would not drain completely but too much might not let it fill to capacity.
1318464
I think the tank holds less than 5 gallons maybe 2.5 and then it takes awhile to fill back up.
864615
Mine was the same and caused me much concern at first. Just brush off the filters and wait until they become saturated. Within a couple days mine sped up to where it will now fill the reservoir within four hours or so. Been using it for a year now with no problems and am completely satisfied.
1986184
real-world test here (yes I measured). To fill the tank from empty, it's about 2.5:1 (2.5 gallons waste to 1 filtered). BUT once the tank is full and you draw a glass from it, the ratio jumps to 5:1 (5 gallons waste to 1 purified), this has to do with the filling tank creating back pressure and allowing less water through the RO membrane. These systems (RO in general) are NOT efficient!!
579901
Chances are you have air in the line for your input. Try either filling the canister up with water beforehand or use the hose you use to fill your tank to force water into the input once you'be turned it on.
649115
What size is your pressure tank? That could be part of the problem, smaller tanks sometimes fill quickly and cycle on and off more than larger tanks. Also usually the pressure switch is set for a 20psi differential not 30psi. You also may have a leak in the tank or the "empty"pressure is not set right. To set that empty the system and set the pressure 2psi less than the start up pressure. Hope some of this helps
850343
I don't know. I have two of these generators and they both hold a full 4 gallons. Maybe, your tank, is partially collasped, or crushed, thereby reducing the capacity. You might let it run out of gas, and then fill it to see how much it takes, rather, than drain it out to measure the amount of gas. Be sure, the generator is level.
2034588
I've had three betta's in this and never had a problem. I turned the filter down to the lowest level and put a sponge over the output. That way I still have flow, but not too powerful. My betta's thrive in the extra space and clean water. :)
1271893
It should work ok for a 30G tank. I have it on a 27G tank. It's rather weak even with almost no media in the treys. If you have saltwater tank with corals that need some current, this is too week. I know it's rated for much larger tank, but it's grossly overrated. I just got this too:( I'm really regretting it. It's unfortunate, but a powerhead will be needed for me:(Just to be clear, even if you have a fresh water tank, you liken't can't get enough flow to filter the whole tank with this power. Go up a model or 2 and get more power. Other than the lack of power, I do like this unit. I just wish that they have marketed it with the right GPH, and that I have purchased a more powerful one. It should work ok for a 30G tank. I have it on a 27G tank. It's rather weak even with almost no media in the treys. If you have saltwater tank with corals that need some current, this is too week. I know it's rated for much larger tank, but it's grossly overrated. I just got this too:( I'm really regretting it. It's unfortunate, but a powerhead will be needed for me:(Just to be clear, even if you have a fresh water tank, you liken't can't get enough flow to filter the whole tank with this power. Go up a model or 2 and get more power. Other than the lack of power, I... » Read More It should work ok for a 30G tank. I have it on a 27G tank. It's rather weak even with almost no media in the treys. If you have saltwater tank with corals that need some current, this is too week. I know it's rated for much larger tank, but it's grossly overrated. I just got this too:( I'm really regretting it. It's unfortunate, but a powerhead will be needed for me:(Just to be clear, even if you have a fresh water tank, you liken't can't get enough flow to filter the whole tank with this power. Go up a model or 2 and get more power. Other than the lack of power, I do like this unit. I just wish that they have marketed it with the right GPH, and that I have purchased a more powerful one. « Show Less
1599010
Not to the system itself i don't think but with the set up I have you could. I have a 275g clean water tank and a bad water tank where the system dispenses the RO water. attached to the tanks are seperate hoses one for watering plants and the other for its intended purpose. I use this water for my mobile detailing company and its the best water I have ever used in the ten years of detailing. Much better then the DI tanks I once used. Hope this is helpful.
1117603
Mine works great. I think it works best between 30 and 40% full. Pump it 20 to 30 times.
2137604
I used to use one of those over 2 years ago on my 125g- SW tank.It will pump, but it son't be much flow.Try and get the pump as high as you can, on a box, etc., that will help.
180228
Too much? Lol this is perfect for a ten gallon. And you have a 55 which makes me think it's not enough. That's me responding at a 2. Don't make me turn it up to a ten. In all seriousness there is not anything you can do. However, I am still honestly surprised it's too much. May I ask how?
1201256
My tank is 36 gallons and about that depth. Plants are flourishing but I am also running CO2.
1420386
I am very sorry I don't know much about this, but so far it is very good. I have 15 gal. tank only. Thanks
2226779
The splitter tank is designed to run most effectively on 7 gallons more or less. I started with 5 and purged the hydraulic lines, added 2, and worked it for sometime before adding fluid to bring it up to the sight glass.
1356303
I don't recommend 30 Gallons tank. I bought this for 10 gallon tank. It was not enough.And I found a problem. Connection is weak.(from light parts to AC adaptor)