Plumbing Detail: Multiple Inputs with Line Throttle & 3-Way Valves

This setup (Figure C) uses 3-way valves to switch between different water sources (like fresh water vs. fertilizer) and adds a Line Throttle to control the flow speed.

Why use a Line Throttle?

Adding a line throttle gives you two main advantages:

1. Distance: It allows you to place your shutoff valves further away from the Mixmate system while still maintaining full control over the speed of the water.

2. Mass Flowmeters: If your system uses a mass flowmeter, a line throttle is often required to make it work properly.

Important Plumbing Notes

Component Order Pay close attention to the order of the parts in the carrier line. The throttle must be placed correctly to control the flow after the valves.

Product Lines (Green)

• Size: We recommend using 1.25 to 1.5 inch (32 to 38 mm) hose for product lines.

• Why: This size offers the best balance. It allows for fast flow rates but keeps the amount of chemical trapped in the hose to a minimum.

Rinse Lines (Red) The rinse line connects between the main carrier meter and the carrier valve.

• Pressurized Side: Goes directly to the Mixmate Inductor to clean jugs.

• Non-Pressurized Side: Supplies the stack manifold.

Rinse Pump Requirements If you use a pump to pressurize the inductor, it must be powerful enough to clean effectively.

• Specs: It needs to deliver 25 Gallons Per Minute (95 Liters Per Minute) while maintaining 25 PSI (1.7 bar) of pressure.

• Power: This typically requires a pump with at least 2 horsepower (1.5 kW).

• Limit: Do not exceed 100 PSI (6.9 bar).