Jebao WP25 Information
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sal9012
New member
i was thinking the same thing
FlyPenFly
SPS Killer
I'm curious what happens if power is lost.
I use a Tunze Safety connector + battery on one of my WP-25s and I had to disconnect that from my Apex because when power is lost, the pump shuts down. With the OEM controller, since the power is plugged into controller the unit, it keeps going on battery.
It seems like this unit controls power from 2 sources for 2 pumps so I imagine this should work but I asked.
I use a Tunze Safety connector + battery on one of my WP-25s and I had to disconnect that from my Apex because when power is lost, the pump shuts down. With the OEM controller, since the power is plugged into controller the unit, it keeps going on battery.
It seems like this unit controls power from 2 sources for 2 pumps so I imagine this should work but I asked.
Sacohen
New member
Are you talking about the DIY Dual controller?
It looks like there is only 1 power source on the controller and it supplied the power to the 2 pumps.
Sisterlimonpot
Premium Member
That is pretty cool, and it seems you can purchase just the shield alone, although I don't see it or the price difference between the 2. If you already have the arduino uno then it's a plug and play. there's also ways to forego needing an uno altogether but it requires you to make your own circuit board and have a preprogrammed atmega chip with the JBWave sketch on it.
Dun Properly
Member
Ok, that looks awesome! Does anyone have any experience with it?
FlyPenFly
SPS Killer
I imagine it uses the same power from the pumps just like the OEM controller.
FlyPenFly
SPS Killer
The Biggest problem I've run into with these pumps is the cleaning frequency. I can leave Vortech or Tunze powerheads in the tank for 3 months without worrying about flow differences.
I wonder if this new controller will let you do something about scheduling power over months. Month 1: 40% power, Month 2: 60% power, Month 3: 80% power.
I wonder if this new controller will let you do something about scheduling power over months. Month 1: 40% power, Month 2: 60% power, Month 3: 80% power.
Sisterlimonpot
Premium Member
Unless jebao used a higher rated power supply then what needed for 1 pump, you'll need more current to run the 2 pumps. I don't have the power supply in front of me but I believe for the 40’s they’re 2.5A. Is that the same for the 10’s and 25’s? If so, you may get away with 1 power supply to run 2 10's or 25's but doubt it will handle anything above that. But it will be easy to test it. If someone can test max amperage at full power then we can do the math.
Sacohen
New member
I just happen to pull my 25 PS the other day for something else and noticed it is 1.5amp.
Dun Properly
Member
Why are so many people insistent on comparing and nitpicking these in relation to pumps that cost 3-5 times more than the Jebao? :deadhorse1:
FlyPenFly
SPS Killer
Why does it bother you? I'm just suggesting how it can be better.
Dun Properly
Member
Please continue. Meanwhile, I will be on the family sedan forums comparing a Honda Accord to the Mercedes S550.:lol:
FlyPenFly
SPS Killer
It's supper annoying in this hobby (and I guess many others) when people get so emotionally invested with their purchase that they can't rationally discuss the pros/cons. Figure out ways to reduce the shortcomings and make it better. I don't know why you're flaming for trying to figure out a way to improve it.
