At A Glance – AC (Electric) v 12 VDC
Rainman offers three main power sources for our watermakers. AC electric, petrol (gasoline), and 12VDC electric. This table compares the specifications between the AC Electric and 12VDC Rainman systems. Keep in mind there are different options for reverse osmosis (RO) units, so the fresh product water output depends on which one you choose.
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| AC Electric | 12VDC | ||
| Product Water Output Expectations | |||
| RO – High Output (2 x Filmtec SW30-2540) |
100 – 140 lph 26 – 37 gph |
Not Available | |
| RO – Compact (2 x Filmtec SW30-2521) |
50 – 70 lph 13 – 18 gph |
Not Available | |
| RO – Economy (1 x Filmtec SW30-2540) |
50 – 70 lph 13 – 18 gph |
26 – 34 lph 7 – 9 gph |
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| System Specifications | |||
| Configuration Options | Case or Naked | Case or Naked | |
| Autoflush | Optional | Optional | |
| Power Source | 230VAC / 50Hz 115VAC / 60Hz |
12V DC | |
| Power Use | 1,250 Watts | 410 Watts | |
| Current Draw | 6 Amps (230V) 12 Amps (115V) |
32 Amps | |
| Motor Type | 1.5HP TEFC induction | Permanent magnet TEFC DC | |
| Plug Type | USA – NEMA 5-15 Europe – CEE 7/7 Australia – AS/NZS 3112 UK – BS 1363 |
Anderson style | |
| Power Cord Length | 3 metres (10 ft) | 1.4 metres (4.5 ft) including battery connectors |
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| Subjective Sound Level | Loud hum | Soft hum | |
| Measured Sound Level 6 Metres in Open Lot | 62dB | 58dB | |
| Integrated Lift Pump | Flexible impeller | Flexible impeller | |
| High Pressure Pump | General Pump WMR Series | General Pump WMR Series | |
| Operating Pressure | 55 bar (800 psi) | 55 bar (800 psi) | |
| Pressure Relief Valve | Interpump 316SS/Ceramic | Interpump 316SS/Ceramic | |
| Prefilter | Single 5 micron pleated | Single 5 micron pleated | |
| Permeate Flow Meter | 0 – 150 lph (40 gph) variable aperture | 0 – 40 lph (11 gph) variable aperture | |
| Intake Hose Length | 5 metres (16 ft) | 5 metres (16 ft) | |
| Vertical Water Lift | 2 metres (6 ft) | 2 metres (6 ft) | |
