using a 12 volt wiper fluid pump for ballast system

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  • Trafficlightguy
    Ensign
    • May 2026
    • 2

    #1

    using a 12 volt wiper fluid pump for ballast system

    I need to make this reversible, I was wonder if hey sell a module for this or do I need to do this with a relay.
    any suggestion or ideas
    I am new to this and committed to build my WTC.
    thanks for the help
  • JHapprich
    Rear Admiral

    • Oct 2017
    • 1078

    #2
    Morning, could you post a picture? Have you considered a gear pump with an esc or an electric switch?

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    • redboat219
      Admiral

      • Dec 2008
      • 3664

      #3
      Click image for larger version  Name:	PC050040 (1).jpg Views:	0 Size:	45.8 KB ID:	197659
      Drawing by Bob Gaito showing "old school" servo operated switches for forward/reverse pump operation vs "new school" electronic speed controller.

      Old:
      1. using 2 micro switches

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      2. UsIng a Double pole-double throw switch Click image for larger version  Name:	Fwd Rvs Switch.jpg Views:	0 Size:	27.1 KB ID:	197657
      New:
      Using cheap Chinese brushed ESC

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      I'm sure someone has better suggestions.
      Make it simple, make strong, make it work!

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