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Running A 12 volt pump on a generator questions

VISoftWash · Guest

If there is not an option to run the 12V pump is there a pump that will run directly from the generator?

Guest

In my simple mind I would say if that's what you want to do,..just buy an AC powered pump and plug it in.

Jeff

VISoftWash · Guest

Tried that but must have bought the wrong pump as it cycles at any hose length over 80 ft.
Anyone know that pump I need to purchase?
Has anyone done this before as I am sure I saw something from Chris where he was talking about NorthernPump or something similar but cant find the post in the search.

Bill

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VISoftWash wrote:
If there is not an option to run the 12V pump is there a pump that will run directly from the generator?

You can buy a 12 volt DC power supply, and power it from an AC Generator, or just buy a pump designed to run on AC.

A pump will usually only cycle when the nozzle is too small, or if the hose is too small in diameter

Guest

Yea, what Chris said,..what size hose are you using?

Jeff

VISoftWash · Guest

Tried the 200 ft hose that came with the fatboy from Bob and also 5/8 garden hose.
Where could I buy a pump or which pump should I buy to get the same performance as the fatboy?
Anyone know a make and model number.

Thanks in advance... Bill...

Guest

If you already have the Fat Boy pump/kit from Bob,..I would figure out a way to use it. I think they might make an AC to DC converter. If you had one of those hooked to the generator and then to your 12v pump.

But, why not just run it as some have done,..use a marine battery and have it tied into your trucks charging system? I know guys use to talk about that on here before.

If I were you and just getting into roof cleaning, I would reduce the issues by purchasing an air system.

Jeff

RCIA Founder

VISoftWash wrote:
Tried the 200 ft hose that came with the fatboy from Bob and also 5/8 garden hose.
Where could I buy a pump or which pump should I buy to get the same performance as the fatboy?
Anyone know a make and model number.

Thanks in advance... Bill...

I think an air pump setup is the way to go for roof cleaning, but if you are gonna stay with a 12 volt pump setup, look at the Northern Tool Northstar Brand 12 volt pumps.

You can use one of these hooked to a generator to run your 12 volt pump http://www.amazon.com/MegaWatt-S-400-12x-Watts-Adjustable-Supply/dp/B00LIBRKQM

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