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What are peristaltic pumps used for?

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Peristaltic pumps are used to pump many different kinds of fluids. Peristaltic pumps are used in biological systems such as the gastrointestinal tract.

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Where does one purchase a peristaltic pump?

Peristaltic pumps can be purchased at Amazon, Grainger Industrial Supply, Kats Scientific and Zoro Tools. Exclusively medical peristaltic pumps can be bought at medical stores, for example MÌ_llerMedical.


Will most doctors allow their patients to purchase peristaltic pumps directly from their office?

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Can ABS be used with sump pumps?

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What are compression pumps used for?

Compression pumps are used depending on the need for it. Compression pumps can be used in water pipes to regulate the water pressure. Compression pumps can also be used in air pipes and ducts to regulate the pressure in the air.


The best type of chemical feed pump to accurately deliver a measured dosage of chemical is?

peristaltic pumps are will be more accurate because of never losing prime. They work by rollers squeezing the pump tube whereby moving the chemical through it at a very constant basis. Pulsafeeder and Stenner make excellent pumps.


Where are gear pumps generally used?

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Where in the stomach do the strongest peristaltic waves occur?

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What is the result of a peristaltic rush that causes failure to absorb enough water in the colon?

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