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Water Pumps

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Selecting an Aquarium Filter Water Pump

An aquarium is much like a computer; every set up will operate differently depending on the software installed. For an aquarium some factors could be, aquarium size, inhabitants, flow effects, added peripheral equipment, future expansion etc. For this reason it is difficult to include a standard “cover-all” water pump with a filter package. 

Check Your Head Pressure!

What is Head Pressure?

Measure the return line from the pump to the top of the aquarium

Measure the return line from the pump to the top of the aquarium

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 Any weight of the water in the return line above the pump creates a back pressure which diminishes the flow rate dramatically.   In other words, the higher the return line, the lower the pumps output.  This is referred to as “Head Pressure”.


All bends in the return line increase the head pressure, so be mindful of this when using fittings such as unions, valves, elbows, etc.

Measure the return line from the pump to the top of the aquarium

Measure the return line from the pump to the top of the aquarium

Measure the return line from the pump to the top of the aquarium

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Measure the distance from where your water pump will be to the top of the aquarium. Then rate the pumps performance at that head pressure.  Always use a water pump rated higher than what is calculated for the appropriate head pressure. 


 The standard "Rule of Thumb" practice is to use a magnetic drive water pump to circulate the water capacity in the aquarium, a minimum of 3-1/2 times per hour at the total height of the "Water Return Line" flowing back into the aquarium.  

Do NOT restrict water flow to the pump

Measure the return line from the pump to the top of the aquarium

Do NOT restrict water flow to the pump

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 Use a control valve on the output of the pump regulating the flow rate to only what you require. Never restrict water flowing INTO the pump; this could potentially damage the pump.


All plumbing/fittings between the sump and the water pump, should meet or exceed the inside diameter of the intake on the water pump. 

Amphibious Water Pumps

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Amphibious Water Pumps can function as both External and submersible. This means that they can function both outside the water and under the water. There are pros and cons to both External and Submersible, here we will focus on the External dynamic of this specific line of pumps:


 External: Pros - magnetic drive head will not transfer heat into the water, cleaner easier plumbing, larger pumps may be utilized, easy accessibility. Cons- Louder than most submersible models, Vibrates, Generates minimal room heat where installed. 

Aqua-Mag (1/2" NPT)

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FEATURES

 • Reusable Debris Pre-Filter 

• Operates Submerged or In-Line 

• 10’ Grounded Power Cord 

• Energy Efficient 

• Models 2, 3, 5 and 7 - 1/2” FPT Inlet, MPT Outlet 

• 5 Year Limited Warranty  

Flow Chart

Aqua-Mag (3/4" NPT)

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FEATURES

  • Reusable Debris Pre-Filter 

• Operates Submerged or In-Line 

• 10’ Grounded Power Cord 

• Energy Efficient 

• Models 9.5, 12 and 18 - 3/4” FPT Inlet, MPT Outlet 

• 5 Year Limited Warranty 

Flow Chart

Aqua-Mag (1" NPT)

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FEATURES

• Reusable Debris Pre-Filter 

• Operates Submerged or In-Line 

• 10’ Grounded Power Cord 

• Energy Efficient 

• Model 24 and 36 - 1” FPT Inlet, MPT Outlet 

• 5 Year Limited Warranty 

Flow Chart

Submersible Water Pumps

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Submersible pumps must be under water to function properly. The flow chart for all of these models is posted below

Submersible: pros- compact, easy to set up, quiet. Cons- takes up valuable sump space, heat generated can raise water temp in aquarium. 

Plan For Peripherals

 Proper planning could save you $$ in the future. If you buy a larger pump now than you need to power only the filter, you are able to use a manifold to operate multiple accessories in the sump. Example; using a manifold allows you to buy a more effective protein skimmer that will hook up to the manifold and saves you the cost of buying a skimmer with a dedicated pump. This not only saves you on the purchase price of the skimmer, but also saves operational electricity cost by using one less water pump. Unless custom ordered, All Aqua-link compact and standard line filter systems are sold to accommodate submersible water pumps. All filters can be factory pre-dilled for external water pumps for an additional up charge if requested during purchase. 

Accessories to Consider

Water Return Line Kits

Water Return Line Kits

Water Return Line Kits

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Return line kits will return the water from your filter to the tank of your aquarium. 

Return Line Manifold

Water Return Line Kits

Water Return Line Kits

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The function of the Return Line Manifold is to distribute waterflow to each of your accessories and connect to the return line kit

Protein Skimmers

Water Return Line Kits

Protein Skimmers

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Protein skimmers are built to regulate ammonia spikes cause by unexpected changes in your water.

Refugiums

Chemical Reactors

Protein Skimmers

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Refugiums provide a chamber to allow the growth of plant life which feed off of the nitrates produced by the wet dry filter.

Chemical Reactors

Chemical Reactors

Chemical Reactors

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Chemical Canisters are used to treat water with continued exposure to certain elements and minerals. 

Dosing Systems

Chemical Reactors

Chemical Reactors

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Dosing systems use sensors to read the contents of your water and release incremental supplements into your water supply.

UV Sterilizers

UV Sterilizers

UV Sterilizers

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UV Sterilizers treat your water with contiunous exposure to UV rays that kill harmful germs.

Co2 Injectors

UV Sterilizers

UV Sterilizers

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Used to injuect cabon dioxide in order to promote photosynthesis in plants, which in turn produce oxygen to your tank

Wave Makers

UV Sterilizers

Wave Makers

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Wave makers are designed to create a current inside of the aquarium tank itself.

Return Line Kits

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