- Joined
- Mar 11, 2001
- Location
- GR, MI
I recently purchased a Silent One 1200 for my t-line setup. My Maxi-jet 1200 has been reliable but noisey recently so I decided to try a new pump.
My impressions are based on 1 weeks use, compared to almost a year with the Maxi-jet.
Temps: Exactly same results using Maxi-Jet 1200
Noise: At this point I would have to say the Silent One is LOUDER! I may have a bit of air that has yet to bleed, but its been a week and it has not gotten much quieter. I can pinch the sides of the pump with my fingers lightly and the noise (apparently vibration) is quieted significantly, but you cant hold it forever. Not pleased with the noise.
Size: Larger then the Maxijet but not too much.
Heat Generated by pump: It get a bit hot on one side. The Maxi-jet got fairly warm too, but this pump is noticeably hotter. Of course the cooling temps are not effected so its not really an issue.
Seals: The O-ring on the in-line adapter plate is a tricky fit on the Silent One, but after carful installation it is a good seal. My Maxi-Jet had to be sealed because stresss on the adjustable head caused leakage. The downside of the Silent One is the in-line adapter plate has to turn and lock into place, and it is possible to spin that piece out of the lock position if your not careful.
Fittings: Female fittings from irrigation piping fit the Silent one perfectly. 1/2" barbs thread right on and thats a huge plus. As we know the Maxi Jet requires quite a bit of engineering to attatch barbs.
Bottom Line:
The Quiet One pump seems to be a bit higher quality then the Maxi-Jet for about the same price. Its a bit bigger, and heavier, but you get good head pressure. Man if this pump would just shut up then it would really be nice.
My impressions are based on 1 weeks use, compared to almost a year with the Maxi-jet.
Temps: Exactly same results using Maxi-Jet 1200
Noise: At this point I would have to say the Silent One is LOUDER! I may have a bit of air that has yet to bleed, but its been a week and it has not gotten much quieter. I can pinch the sides of the pump with my fingers lightly and the noise (apparently vibration) is quieted significantly, but you cant hold it forever. Not pleased with the noise.
Size: Larger then the Maxijet but not too much.
Heat Generated by pump: It get a bit hot on one side. The Maxi-jet got fairly warm too, but this pump is noticeably hotter. Of course the cooling temps are not effected so its not really an issue.
Seals: The O-ring on the in-line adapter plate is a tricky fit on the Silent One, but after carful installation it is a good seal. My Maxi-Jet had to be sealed because stresss on the adjustable head caused leakage. The downside of the Silent One is the in-line adapter plate has to turn and lock into place, and it is possible to spin that piece out of the lock position if your not careful.
Fittings: Female fittings from irrigation piping fit the Silent one perfectly. 1/2" barbs thread right on and thats a huge plus. As we know the Maxi Jet requires quite a bit of engineering to attatch barbs.
Bottom Line:
The Quiet One pump seems to be a bit higher quality then the Maxi-Jet for about the same price. Its a bit bigger, and heavier, but you get good head pressure. Man if this pump would just shut up then it would really be nice.
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