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Thread: Linear piston pumps: Jehmco > Alita?

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    Homesteader Adam S's Avatar
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    Default Linear piston pumps: Jehmco > Alita?

    Are the Jehmco linear piston pumps significantly quieter than the Alitas? I've had an Alita 15 for 2-3 years now, but it does make a noticeable hum.

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    Default Re: Linear piston pumps: Jehmco > Alita?

    The Jehmco linear air pump (Medo brand)....I have the LPH 60 and very quiet and powerful.
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    Default Re: Linear piston pumps: Jehmco > Alita?

    Thanks for the response, Francis.

    Is it "living space" quiet, or quiet for something that supports that many tanks?

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    Default Re: Linear piston pumps: Jehmco > Alita?

    My Jehmco pump will run 60 sponges. The only reason I know it's running is because I see bubbles.
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    Default Re: Linear piston pumps: Jehmco > Alita?

    I love my ALITA.
    Have you gotten your hands wet today?

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    Default Re: Linear piston pumps: Jehmco > Alita?

    I really like my Alita as well, but it's in the living room. The hum is noticeable. Just wondering if the smallest Jehmco is quieter than the equivalent Alita. Might just have to buy and find out, as it seems they are very quiet. Worst case scenario, I have a backup pump.

    Quote Originally Posted by LizStreithorst View Post
    The only reason I know it's running is because I see bubbles.
    This ^ is the goal.

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    Default Re: Linear piston pumps: Jehmco > Alita?

    Not sure how big a pump you're goin for but this is very strong & very quiet - JEHMCO Model #LPH60 115 VAC, 72 watts @ 67 LPM @ 1.5 PSI ( http://www.jehmco.com/html/lph60.html ) "T"
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