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Old 07 July 2008, 15:17   #21
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Should have included this in my last post:

If you want a rundown on pumps (either manual or electric), river rafting supply companies often have pretty good opinions on various types and models.

Here're a couple (US based):

http://www.nrsweb.com/shop/product_list.asp?deptid=1113
http://www.nrsweb.com/shop/product_list.asp?deptid=1114

http://www.clavey.com/pumps.html

http://www.theboatpeople.com/atr_pumps.html


A local shop will likely have info more pertinent to your locale (availability, etc.)

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http://www.force4.co.uk/ProductDetai...productID/4526

Ive got this pump-i used to use it on my Bombard aerotec, and it pumped it up a treat in min's - including the floor to 11.2psi.
Its got an automatic cut off, so when it reaches the pressure that you set it to, it stops , so no need to worry about overdoing it.
It has definately been the best £100 ive spent on the boat.
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Old 08 July 2008, 07:02   #23
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I've got an LVM inflator which does a good job, but it's not the best choice if you have an air floor. If I had known about the Bravo BST I would definitely have bought one - in fact I still might!

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Old 08 July 2008, 08:05   #24
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http://www.force4.co.uk/ProductDetai...productID/4526

Ive got this pump-i used to use it on my Bombard aerotec, and it pumped it up a treat in min's - including the floor to 11.2psi.
Its got an automatic cut off, so when it reaches the pressure that you set it to, it stops , so no need to worry about overdoing it.
It has definately been the best £100 ive spent on the boat.
I have got sooo many pumps it is a running joke in the family!
I to came round to my senses & bought a Bravo BST 12HP to add to the collection! Well what a waist of time all the rest are compared to this bit of kit, I would give it 10 out of 10!
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I have got sooo many pumps it is a running joke in the family!
I to came round to my senses & bought a Bravo BST 12HP to add to the collection! Well what a waist of time all the rest are compared to this bit of kit, I would give it 10 out of 10!
Completely agree

Amazing bit of kit - wish I'd bought one years a go!
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Anyone have details of UK stockists as my local chandler has never heard of it?
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Here's a link to info on some of the electric pumps by Bravo. By the way 'turbomax' model only inflates to 3.6 psi (not the 4.5 psi I stated earlier), which is still adequate for most SIBs with hard floors.

http://www.bravo-pumpar.se/AF.html
Have been using the above for the last year, cannot fault it.
I have installed it in the console with 1" ducting leading for and aft (In the bilges)thro a "Y" connection valve. Powered by onboard 12v via surface mount switch.
Top ups and toy inflation all at the flick of a switch,very easy and very quick.
Interchangable inflation heads thro` (Garden hose male / female snap fits) (Hoselocks I think they are called)fitted to the end of the 1" flexi ducting.

Bought a second one for other uses, but having dificulty locating a 240v to 12v drawing 9 amps (Small size)
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Have been using the above for the last year, cannot fault it.
I have installed it in the console with 1" ducting leading for and aft (In the bilges)thro a "Y" connection valve. Powered by onboard 12v via surface mount switch.
Top ups and toy inflation all at the flick of a switch,very easy and very quick.
Interchangable inflation heads thro` (Garden hose male / female snap fits) (Hoselocks I think they are called)fitted to the end of the 1" flexi ducting.

Bought a second one for other uses, but having dificulty locating a 240v to 12v drawing 9 amps (Small size)

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I also bought one of those Bravo pumps. Bloody outstanding. Paid $150 bucks in the USA inc. shipping.
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Bought a second one for other uses, but having dificulty locating a 240v to 12v drawing 9 amps (Small size)
A quick search for "12v 10a psu" comes up with quite a few options, for instance a ULTRAPOWER 12V 10A POWER SUPPLY 240V for £24.99

Or how about a cheap jump start pack? Maplin have a Portable Jump Starter and Air Compressor for £19.99 - I use one of these with an LVM inflator and it works fine.

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A quick search for "12v 10a psu" comes up with quite a few options, for instance a ULTRAPOWER 12V 10A POWER SUPPLY 240V for £24.99

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John just what I am looking for, portable and "Check in" friendly.
Just need male + / - connectors and wired to a cirgarette socket.

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