Life of a powerhead

[lo7100]

Does anyone know how long does a powerhead last? I have a Koralia powerhead for 2 years and the performance is decreasing rapidly. It looks like it's going to die anytime soon. I cleaned the powerhead on every water change so it's clean.

 

[D1J8Z]

I don't believe powerheads have experation dates. If your constantly turning them on and off when they are not designed to be controlled you can burn out the motor.

There is no reason you should have to clean your powerheads every water change.

 

[MIKE NY]

I have a few MJ1200s that are over ten years old with constant use...I just keep them clean.

 

[anthony27]

they are right, just clean them because you can burn out the motor if the impelers are restricted.

 

[DrHarryLopez]

I might take a MJ out and run it in diluted vinegar for a day or so then clean it. works like a charm!

 

[Acro76]

I've had a tunze powerhead going strong for close to 15 years now! I've never replaced a thing on it.

 

[seldin]

If cleaning your powerhead and using vinegar water does not help, you either can get it fixed or replace it. I am lucky. My LFS will take a look at anything mechanical such as powerheads, etc., and then, they tell me what is wrong and will repair it for the cost of the part. Now, they will be more expensive than, buying the part on the web, but I like the fact, that, I just have to pay retail for the part, and they install it and fix it for a great price...

Another thing, I do, is when a reefer is getting out of the hobby, I try to buy pumps, heaters, etc., at great prices, so I have extras, just waiting when something goes...

 

[lo7100]

haha. The powerhead just died. It's not even moving when I plug in the power.

 

[mqur1963]

i got few of them all kind for over 8 years no issues yet