At A Glance – AC v Petrol (Gasoline)
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 petrol (gasoline) 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 | Petrol (Gasoline) | |
| Product Water Output Expectations | ||
| RO – High Output (2 x Filmtec SW30-2540) |
100 – 140 lph 26 – 37 gph |
100 – 140 lph 26 – 37 gph |
| RO – Compact (2 x Filmtec SW30-2521) |
50 – 70 lph 13 – 18 gph |
50 – 70 lph 13 – 18 gph |
| RO – Economy (1 x Filmtec SW30-2540) |
50 – 70 lph 13 – 18 gph |
50 – 70 lph 13 – 18 gph |
| System Specifications | ||
| Configuration Options | Case or Naked | Case only |
| Autoflush | Optional | Not Available |
| Power Source | 230VAC / 50Hz 115VAC / 60Hz |
Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Power Use | 1,250 Watts | 700ml Fuel / 70 Minutes |
| Current Draw | 6 Amps (230V) 12 Amps (115V) |
nil |
| Motor Type | 1.5HP TEFC induction | Honda GXH50 (4 stroke) |
| Plug Type | USA – NEMA 5-15 Europe – CEE 7/7 Australia – AS/NZS 3112 UK – BS 1363 |
n/a |
| Power Cord Length | 3 metres (10 ft) | n/a |
| Subjective Sound Level | Loud hum | Slightly quieter than Honda 2kVA generator (under max load) |
| Measured Sound Level 6 Metres in Open Lot | 62dB | 73dB |
| Integrated Lift Pump | Flexible impeller | Flexible impeller |
| High Pressure Pump | General Pump WMR Series | General Pump WM 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 – 150 lph (40 gph) variable aperture |
| Intake Hose Length | 5 metres (16 ft) | 3 metres (10 ft) |
| Vertical Water Lift | 2 metres (6 ft) | 2 metres (6 ft) |
