double-acting pump
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A double-acting pump is a type of pump that operates in two directions or with two motions. This means it can move fluid during both the forward and backward strokes of its piston. In contrast, a single-acting pump only moves fluid during one stroke. This dual action allows a double-acting pump to deliver a more continuous flow of fluid and often a higher volume compared to a single-acting pump of similar size.12
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