I need a very quiet, reliable, energy-efficient pump

[Anonymous]

The tank is nominally 100 gallons. I assume i want a turnover rate of about 1000 gal/hr. The sump bottom is 28" below the aquarium.

Recommendations?

I prefer not to spend huge amounts of money if possible but I don't want a rio.

 

[Anonymous]

Will it be internal or externally mounted?

I've always had good luch with Magdrives. I'd say a 9.5 or 12.

They can be mounted either way.

Louey

 

[Anonymous]

I'd prefer internal. Trying to keep it simple.

 

[Anonymous]

You want quiet, reliable, e-efficient, go with an Ehiem.

They are these 3 things, but not cheap.

 

[Anonymous]

Thanks. I had pretty much come to that conclusion. OTOH, it is only a factor of 2 more than a rio, and I am sure it would last more than twice as long.

 

[Anonymous]

I'm with Louey on the magdrives. Mine have been very reliable and last for years. The prices are also very reasonable.

 

[Anonymous]

Oh, good, a reason to vacillate.

 

[Anonymous]

So how does the noise compare. I am looking at some of the ratings and a number of people comment on the noise from the magdrives.

Also, I have one 1" inside diameter bulkhead. What's the upper limit on return flow? I don't want to overdo it. Should I aim for 1000 gal/hr for a 100 gallon aquarium?

 

[pwj1286]

Red Dragon pump.

They run great.
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[Anonymous]

You want quiet, reliable, e-efficient, go with an Ehiem.

They are these 3 things, but not cheap.

I just ordered one from Marine Depot.


8O

 

[Len]

I like my Eheim 1262 for submersible. Europe has a larger one then that, but we don't see it here in the USA.

For external, I am very happy with the noise levels of my Panworld. It is quieter then my Iwakis, even with a fan.

 

[Anonymous]

Do you think one of these puppies will be enough? I'm already wondering if I should have got two....

 

[Len]

Your 1" overflow will likely not handle two of 1262 but can handle more flow then one. I think one will suffice if you have other forms of water movement in the tank.

 

[Anonymous]

You want quiet, reliable, e-efficient, go with an Ehiem.

They are these 3 things, but not cheap.

I just ordered one from Marine Depot.


8O

Cool, then my stock options should go up. JK :lol:

You'll be happy with it. They are solidly made pumps.

What model did you get?
It isn't going to be the only source of flow in the tank, is it?

 

[Anonymous]

I'm sure the Ehiem will do well for you.

 

[Anonymous]

You want quiet, reliable, e-efficient, go with an Ehiem.

They are these 3 things, but not cheap.

I just ordered one from Marine Depot.


8O

Cool, then my stock options should go up. JK :lol:

You'll be happy with it. They are solidly made pumps.

What model did you get?
It isn't going to be the only source of flow in the tank, is it?

I got the biggest one. I need to bifurcate the return, so that is why I was wondering about two. I also bought two of their power heads, and if that is not enough, I still have two Hagan's I've had for 7 years rated nominally 400 gph each.

Item 1
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Item Code:   EH1262
Qty Ordered: 1
Description: Eheim 1262 Pump
Price: $129.99

Item 2
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Item Code:   EH1002
Qty Ordered: 2
Description: Eheim 1000 Compact Pump
Price: $51.98

Item 3
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Item Code:   FT0011
Qty Ordered: 2
Description: U- Tube with Directional Return 3/4 inch - 1in
Price: $15.90

Item 4
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Item Code:   FT7944
Qty Ordered: 1
Description: Insert Y Fitting - 3/4 inch Insert x 3/4 inch Insert x 3/4 inch Insert
Price: $4.69