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Choosing The Right Jetter, GPM or PSI?

Posted by Cole Childers on

Choosing The Right Jetter, GPM or PSI?

Author: Steve JONESIE Jones I designed and built our first jetter 20 years ago, a little 3.5gpm/4000psi portable unit. Back then I didn’t really know what a jetter was; I just had a set of specs. I’ve learned a lot since then, and the most common question I get asked is “when choosing a jetter what is more important; GPM(flow) or PSI(pressure)?” Consider this…    When choosing a jetter’s output in GPM & PSI, remember this hydro jetting rule:  PRESSURE (PSI) is “CUTTING” power, while GPM (Gallons Per Minute) is “FLUSHING” power   Pressure Cuts into blockages: “Thinner” high-pressure waterjet...

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