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Re: Running Two Batteries

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Originally Posted by Breadbocks View Post
For the record, in addition to a 4-cim drive base and a compressor constantly running,
Be sure to be careful of the duty cycle of the compressor. For example, the Viar 90c is only rated for a 9% duty cycle and a 1 gallon fill (approximately 3 minutes operation for every 30 minutes). If you run it too long, it will heat up enough to melt the pneumatic tubing plugged into it.

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