Lyman 1200 DPS2 vs. DPS3

[verney]

Is there someone who has used both Lyman powder dispensers? What's the difference? How much faster is DPS3 compared to DPS2? Is sound level adjustable on DPS3 (my DPS2 is incredibly loud)?

[MT Gianni]

I just bought the upgrade kit for the DPS1. The powder tube is larger with a much faster drop time and the reservour is restyled for a quicker and cleaner powder cleanout. IMR stick powder loads of 60 grains drop in 1/3 of the time. I have no experience with the model 3. Gianni

[verney]

I just bought the upgrade kit for the DPS1. The powder tube is larger with a much faster drop time and the reservour is restyled for a quicker and cleaner powder cleanout. IMR stick powder loads of 60 grains drop in 1/3 of the time. I have no experience with the model 3. Gianni

I had that speed upgrade kit on order for a month with no luck. Need to try ordering it again, DPS2 is way too slow for my way of reloading.

My DPS2 sometimes gets stuck when trying to drop last tenths of grains. Sounds like there is powder in wrong place. Is there any improvement in that matter or does this happen to others?

[MT Gianni]

It depends on the powder. Mine with the upgrade will now feed 107 which I thought was impossible. It takes a long time for the last 10th to drop. Ball powders are quick and stick are not to bad either. G