OT-sprayer project tank

[lonestarjeff]

I picked up an IBC tank last week from a recycler close to the city. It is part 1 of my trailer-mount or 3-point sprayer project. It holds up to 275 gal, but of course I don't have to use the full capacity on the tractor forks.

Part 2 is to figure out my boom design. I have quite a bit of pvc laying around(3/4"-2"), so I'm hoping I can use it. I'm considering using the pvc as the boom & the liquid delivery system. The problem is if I use a large enough diameter pipe to minimize sagging the extra weight of the liquid in the boom may defeat the purpose. Anyway, it'll be fun figuring it all out.

Jeff

 

[Billybuck]

since the boom will be low, maybe cables from the top of the tank can support the weight?

 

[lonestarjeff]

I like that idea. I was trying to figure out some kind of truss, but the tank frame is there waiting for me to tie onto.

Jeff

 

[Billybuck]

a disadvantage to the pvc will be the inability to fold the boom for travel/storage and potential damage to the boom should it hang on brush or a tree traveling to and from. You may want to use pvc to carry rubber tubing and hinge the pvc (with springs) for storage/travel.