Explain it to me like I'm 12: Differences between turbine and diaphragm hot air

[JGAN]

I'm having a lot of trouble understanding the differences between a turbine and diaphragm hot air station. I know that there is something in pressure differences between the two, and a turbine can put out a higher cfm than a diaphragm hot air station, but I don't know how the two correlate with each other.


Basically, how do these two systems work? What are the pros and cons of each? Why would I even need such a high cfm from a turbine station?

[RobertHolcombe]

https://www.eevblog.com/forum/testgear/hot-air-pump-diaphragm-vs-squirrel-fan/

[JGAN]

Yes I have read that many times now. Not very helpful, it seems to contradict itself and doesn't do a good job of explaining what the differences are between the two.

[pickle9000]

Are you interested in function or what are the downsides of each?

From a functional standpoint (I have both) I find my diaphragm type is more delicately adjustable (airflow) at the low end. That can be useful in tight areas. Having said that it's easy enough to protect components with tape (like masking or foil).

A good statement would be that both work well, diaphragm is noisier and slightly more controllable on the low end, but has a large air line attached so harder to manipulate. I don't tend to favor one more than the the other I just grab the closest one and get at it.

[JGAN]

I'm really just looking to see which setup will fit what I do best. Anything, good or bad, helps a lot.