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| 2 | +title: PUMP-1 FAQ |
| 3 | +description: Frequently asked questions about the PUMP-1 Fluid Pump Sensor |
| 4 | +--- |
| 5 | +1\. **What is the maximum distance this pump can push water?** |
| 6 | + |
| 7 | +* The PUMP-1 has been successfully tested with 33 feet of tubing and a vertical lift of 14 feet, while still maintaining strong head pressure. This demonstrates its capability to move water efficiently over long distances and significant elevation gains. |
| 8 | + |
| 9 | +2\. **What is the pump model used for the PUMP-1?** |
| 10 | + |
| 11 | +* The pump model is a DSB413-A. |
| 12 | + |
| 13 | +3\. **What is the flow rate of the PUMP-1?** |
| 14 | + |
| 15 | +* 900mL a minute in our testing! |
| 16 | + |
| 17 | +4\. **What is the Inner Diameter (ID) and Outer Diameter (OD) of the tubing?** |
| 18 | + |
| 19 | +* The Inner Diameter is 7mm (7/25) and the Outer Diameter is 10mm. |
| 20 | + |
| 21 | +5\. **What voltage does the Apollo PUMP-1 operate on?** |
| 22 | + |
| 23 | +* The PUMP-1 runs on 5V DC power, compatible with most standard USB power sources. |
| 24 | + |
| 25 | +6\. **Is the PUMP-1 safe to use with drinking water or pet bowls?** |
| 26 | + |
| 27 | +* Yes, the PUMP-1 is made with food-safe materials suitable for potable water. This requires you to <a href="https://www.fda.gov/food/buy-store-serve-safe-food/safe-food-handling" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer nofollow noopener">regularly clean the device</a> to make sure no bacteria is present. |
| 28 | + |
| 29 | +7\. **Can I use the PUMP-1 to automate watering for plants?** |
| 30 | + |
| 31 | +* Absolutely! It’s designed to integrate seamlessly with our PLT-1 plant sensor for automated watering. |
| 32 | + |
| 33 | +8\. **Can the pump detect when to stop watering automatically?** |
| 34 | + |
| 35 | +* Yes, the PUMP-1 has two ports for fluid sensors that detect water presence to stop the pump when watering is complete or if your water source is empty. |
| 36 | + |
| 37 | +9\. **What other uses does the PUMP-1 support?** |
| 38 | + |
| 39 | +* Besides plant watering, it’s great for filling fish tanks, robot vacuum mop tanks, pet bowls, coffee pots, liquid transfer projects, and can also be used as a drain pump. |
| 40 | + |
| 41 | +10\. **How large is the PUMP-1?** |
| 42 | + |
| 43 | +* The pump measures 3.4in x 1.3in x 1.8in (86.4mm x 33mm x 45.7mm), making it compact and easy to install. |
| 44 | + |
| 45 | +11\. **How do I control the pump?** |
| 46 | + |
| 47 | +* The PUMP-1 can be controlled manually using the button or integrated into smart home systems for automated operation based on sensor input or schedules. |
| 48 | + |
| 49 | +12\. **Is the PUMP-1 durable?** |
| 50 | + |
| 51 | +* Yes, it is designed for long-term use with proper maintenance and includes safety features like max run-time limits. |
| 52 | + |
| 53 | +13\. **Can I extend the fluid input sensor and fluid output sensor?** |
| 54 | + |
| 55 | +* Yes, you can use a JST PH 2.0 3 pin connector such as <a href="https://www.amazon.com/XUGERIP-Connector-Female-Connectors-Extension/dp/B0D9R28WDR" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer nofollow noopener">these off Amazon</a>. |
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