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High psi pump vs Low psi pump

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Old Mar 15, 2010 | 11:26 AM
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Which is more preferred for best atomization? Or are they the same results?

Lets say I needed 500cc/min of WAI (water/alcohol injection) just as an example baseline number.

Would it be better to get a 220psi pump with the appropriate nozzle, or better to get a 150psi pump with the appropriate nozzle?

Given that both pump/nozzle setups supply the same cc/min, would a higher psi pump atomize the WAI better?
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Old Mar 15, 2010 | 02:49 PM
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Assuming that both systems are equally well designed, the higher pressure system will atomize a liquid better.
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