Question 6003 of 406 · Illinois Pesticide Applicator General Standards Exam
Which pump is most often chosen when a sprayer must reach high pressures, such as for hand-gun spraying of tall trees?
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Correct answer to question 6003
- D: A piston pump
Explanation
Piston pumps are durable, handle abrasives reasonably well, and build high pressures. Centrifugal pumps are limited to low pressure, and roller pumps wear quickly.
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