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Description
Soft Start (low psi and low flow for start-up)With soft start, the flow AND pressure are very easily controlled. You can pump a few tablespoons at a slow, low pressure until you see that everything is correct. Then crank up flow by giving it more air.
In contrast, with a gear pump/electric motor, the pressure and flow start immediately/violently because a gear pump is a positive displacement pump. That means that for every revolution of the pump, a defined amount of liquid MUST come out of the pump—every revolution! And the outlet pressure is relatively MUCH higher. Because of this, there is no forgiveness if something is not hooked up correctly or some valve is not set right.Easily Controlled Pressure (in filter chambers)As the filter press fills with DE and reduces or stops flowing, it’s very simple to twist the regulator knob up a bit to resume pumping. This can be done at any time, at any flow rate, from stopped to almost wide open. Of course, this is dependent on having an air pressure regulator in-line between the air compressor and the diaphragm pump.
Variable Flow (less air pressure for less flow, increase air pressure for more flow)If you are pumping filtered syrup into your canner while you are filling small bottles, you can turn the pressure down low and slow. On the other hand, if you are filling barrels or 5 gallon containers, turn up the air and let it rip!
Harmless Stall (if/as filter plugs)A HUGE advantage of air pump versus electric motor pump is that the air pump can remain “stalled” for hours (days!) without harm to your equipment. Try that with an electric motor driven pump!
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Every Smoky Lake Filter Press includes a FREE starter bucket of DE, starter pack of filter papers and a quick release hose kit.
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Free Shipping in the Continental USA
Filter Presses will typically ship via FedEx Ground or SpeeDee Delivery. In select cases, a Filter Press may travel with our White Glove Carriers.
Tips and Tutorials
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Average 25 – 40 gallons of syrup filtered per session
Stainless Steel Air Diaphragm Pump
(The ultimate in pressure control. Indisputably food grade. Can also be used as a transfer pump.)
Short Platform w/Nonskid Rubber Feet
(10 Filters is max capacity)
Premium, 7″ Stainless Steel Filter Plates
Staggered Hanger System
(This Smoky Lake exclusive design makes it impossible to install plates backwards!)
Stainless Steel Drip Tray
Illustrated Instruction Manual
Description
Soft Start (low psi and low flow for start-up)With soft start, the flow AND pressure are very easily controlled. You can pump a few tablespoons at a slow, low pressure until you see that everything is correct. Then crank up flow by giving it more air.
In contrast, with a gear pump/electric motor, the pressure and flow start immediately/violently because a gear pump is a positive displacement pump. That means that for every revolution of the pump, a defined amount of liquid MUST come out of the pump—every revolution! And the outlet pressure is relatively MUCH higher. Because of this, there is no forgiveness if something is not hooked up correctly or some valve is not set right.Easily Controlled Pressure (in filter chambers)As the filter press fills with DE and reduces or stops flowing, it’s very simple to twist the regulator knob up a bit to resume pumping. This can be done at any time, at any flow rate, from stopped to almost wide open. Of course, this is dependent on having an air pressure regulator in-line between the air compressor and the diaphragm pump.
Variable Flow (less air pressure for less flow, increase air pressure for more flow)If you are pumping filtered syrup into your canner while you are filling small bottles, you can turn the pressure down low and slow. On the other hand, if you are filling barrels or 5 gallon containers, turn up the air and let it rip!
Harmless Stall (if/as filter plugs)A HUGE advantage of air pump versus electric motor pump is that the air pump can remain “stalled” for hours (days!) without harm to your equipment. Try that with an electric motor driven pump!
Discounts
Every Smoky Lake Filter Press includes a FREE starter bucket of DE, starter pack of filter papers and a quick release hose kit.
Value Added Details
Shipping Details
Free Shipping in the Continental USA
Filter Presses will typically ship via FedEx Ground or SpeeDee Delivery. In select cases, a Filter Press may travel with our White Glove Carriers.
Tips and Tutorials
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Al Sharp –
My wife and I have been producing maple syrup for the past 25-30 years. We started out boiling our sap over an open fire with upgrading to a Smoky Lake 2X5 Arch with a Hybrid Pan several years ago. Since the purchase of the Smoky Lake equipment, several friends have also purchased similar equipment after seeing our evaporator in use.
We just purchased the Smoky Lake 10 filter stainless steel filter press. This past Sunday (03/24/24) we used the filter press for the first time. Wow, what a game changer! We boil outdoors so we our syrup gets a little dirtier from the ash silt etc. especially on days when there isn’t much wind. My wife (Kathi) and I were impressed on how easily and efficiently this filter press worked. We have always had a filtering issue, filtering issue is solved! Anyone thinking of purchasing a filter press needs to look at this product. Worked flawlessly and was easy to clean!
Al Sharp
Angela –
Thanks, Al! We always love hearing from you. Thank you for sharing a review on our site. It means a lot to us.
Brian Woodard –
I ordered this filter press for a couple reasons. I was tired of blowing filter papers on my old press with a gear pump and did not want to run nice Maple Syrup through a press made with Aluminum. Aluminum is a very nasty material and as a welder fabricator with over 40 years of experience I can’t understand why the maple industry allows its use.
I used this press yesterday 3/5/24 for the first time and am very impressed with the amount of syrup I was able to filter without cleaning it. As most Sugarmakers know the first syrup of the year can problematic to filter. This press never skipped a beat and I was able to filter 28 Gallons never exceeding 45 PSI and used 15 cups of DA. I could have added another cup without a problem.
If you are in the market for a press, this is the way to go!