The Ram Pump Design Manual *Calcs Pressure Elevation Measurements Sizing Operation*

In this video we discuss the logistics involved in designing a ram pump. We cover everything from site selection and analysis to measuring elevations as well as calculating Hydraulic Ram Pump data to determine water delivery, pressure, volume and more. Included in the video (and below) is a ton of resource information from calculating expected delivery volume to standpipe sizing as well as pump operation theory. Included are some video clips that show my 1.5 Inch pump operation in the field with detailed explanations. If you want to build a ram pump for your homestead, farm or bugout shelter, this manual will help you determine if your site will support a ram pump and calculate the best design for your property and terrain. See below for many other videos that go into greater detail if you are looking for more specific information.

What Is A Hydraulic Ram Pump?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8mKmJd5PNIo

How To Calculate A Hydraulic Ram Pump's Efficiency *Calibrate Measurements*
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y1R9eak4Eu0

Clemson EDU Ram Pump Design Manual Link:
https://www.slideshare.net/Fatin62c/homemade-hydraulic-ram-pump-clemson-university

Ram Pump Scalability *Water Supply Conservation Tuning Using Magnets For Weights*
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i2wOEvzHAAY&t=9s

09 15 2017 Ram Pump Scalability 3/4 Inch Impetus Valve on 1 1/2 Inch Pump
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G1YoVNvzXGM

Diagnose Troubleshoot Delivery Line Leak Ram Pump Pressure Gauge Elevation * Leaked Video *
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ccXi1W9T3xs

07 14 2017 Ram Pump Update * New Intake Filter *
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-Ekg_aJo0Eo

Ram Pump Supply Line Upgrades And Dam Work *Explanation*
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZrzatTkVePA&t=17s

Ram Pump Upgrades And Repairs *Standpipe PC Drive Pipe*
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yYHHC_EQaqs&t=26s

Ram Pump Supply Line Upgrades Flow Test *Proven Results*
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eLZ5DTkIEEo

Ram Pump Standpipe Water Level Gauge Plus Flow Test
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U5TDK86UakI

Ram Reservoir Level Gauge And Remote Control Valve
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5zec0cWfrZU

04 02 2017 Ram Pump Diagnostics, Techniques, Tips and Troubleshooting
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O2reJH4Bfqg&t=12s

Other Tips:
Use Teflon tape on all threaded fittings for a good leak free seals

Inexpensive Black Poly Pipe Coil Pipe Line:
https://www.bascommaple.com/category/mainline/tubing/

My Ram Pump "Stats for Nerds"
1.5 inch pump and check valves
2 inch supply to the standpipe
1.5 inch drive pipe
3/4 inch outputs
152 ft total supply line; 117 ft of 2 inch pipe; 35 ft of 1.5 inch drive pipe
4 inch PVC standpipe chamber
3 inch PVC pressure chamber
pressure chamber bladder: None
rated delivery capacity by design specs: 16 PSI @ 1.5 GPM output
Pressure chamber access: threaded end cap: sealed with aquarium sealant on threads
delivery line length: 900 feet
delivery elevation 64 - 72 vertical feet depending on delivery point
head elevation (supply spring to pump): 6.5 vertical ft
Max pressure: 90 PSI
Operating pressure: 25 - 31 PSI delivery elevation dependent (per current layout)
current reservoir: 2 55 Gal drum in top floor of barn (110 Gallons)
delivery volume: .5 GPM to 1.00 GPM elevation tuning dependent
Surge Delivery volume from reservoir: 20+ GPM
Overflow Reservoir: 4000 gallon inflatable swimming pool

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