would this pump possibly transfer thin paint from a drum into five gallon pails?
1784725
I don't think so even though you mentioned "thin paint". the pump is thin plastic & we really need to use a lot of pressure to transfer plain water. We use pump to siphon water from a 25 gallon fish tank when changing water in tank.
1784726
Hmm there's a big possibility of clogging to occur if using this siphon. It's really only mean't for water and considering most paint is an oil base, but generally speaking, it's a lot thicker. You're better off going to home depot or Menard's to see what type of siphoning products they have. Get an actual pump perhaps because this siphoning product is relatively slow, so imagine using it on paint it can take hours.
1784727
I think it would work. It works well with water..... I think it would work if the substance is very fluid. good luck
21778
I do not believe this is for your application. This is an above ground pump.
1811643
It probably would be; it comes with a screw-on chuck as well as the illustrated screw-on mixer so you could use a paint mixer in it. Its high speed setting is still a lot slower than the cordless drill I use with a turbo-mixer for 5-gal. buckets of paint, so you may need more time to get a thorough mix.
828962
It probably could be but my concern would be clean up of the sprayer unit. I would suggest you consult the manufacturer on the use of solvents and any potential damage they might cause to the pump and rubber components
1922454
I think it would. You may have to do a tiny bit of would fill before you paint
1093014
yep until the level on each container are equal. If I left the end on the pump is on ground level, the drum will be empty in a matter of time. If you transfer the liquid in a 2 gallon, the works will stop when the level in both container will be the same. I use it to transfer liquid from a bigger container to a smaller one and by experience, the few liquid left in the big one is easily pump out in a few strokes of the pump.
27032
My answer is a qualified "probably." I used it to siphon out water from a 55-gallon drum. The neck is long; so depending on how deep the barrel is, I think it is workable as long as you can support the neck as needed while you, or someone else, works the pumping mechanism on top. You can attain a good flow of liquid (vinegar) and the pumping action is strong. It served my purpose, and I do plan on using it in smaller drums as needed. Hope that helps.
565984
I would think so but, have no proof of that. My pump has great pressure but, only pushes up 4 or five feet.
2193030
Yes and no.It may not mount to the can, but it'll pump the right amount. Call West Systems customer service--they're great.
1577336
MAYBE. The chances of the piece being the size its supposed to be is slim. But a gallon may be pushing it.
22801
From my experience this would work but the noise that it makes would not make it a good option if your pump runs regularly.
1165750
As long as the paint reservoir tube can suck paint. Youll have to turn the paint reservoir in a way that gravity wont affect the way paint is sucked up into the sprayer. So if u do this it should work.
1266204
No, just low enough to attach the pump so that water doesn't run all over the place. Maybe 3 or 4 gallons, to be safe.
879740
There is no technical reason why you can't but I don't use this pump in that capacity. I used it for casting silicone and latex degassing. Next application was to make a vac bag for wood veneer. Its fairly inexpensive, I suggest you buy it.
678497
I am using this pump to feed a whole house right now, from a 55 gal drum, main water line feeding house froze over a month ago. GPM are low but it should work, if an expansion tank is used it may help.
913405
I use this pump for pumping water into my cabin from a 55 gal drum.I built a stand to elevate the drum above the pump then I let gravity do the priming.
2198121
I agree with the other comments below. It would require extra attention since evaporation would be more of an issue outdoors, potentially burning up the pump if it ran dry. Also, the extra debris would require more cleaning.