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02/09/2018, 06:29 AM | #1 |
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Return Pump 5x2x2
Chasing opinions about return pumps for my 5x2x2.
I was thinking of running a Vectra L1 as the return pump also tee-ing off to feed the chiller (which is plumbed outside) / reactors. Although from the reading that I have done the L1 doesn't sound like it is a very reliable pump - does anyone have any experience with them lately, i know they were pulled from sale last year, were they rereleased with the issues resolved or are they still having problems. Alternatively I was thinking maybe running a Vectra M1 as a return pump and have a Nyos 5.0 to feed the chiller and reactors. how would you go or are there better options out there. I was hoping to run a Vectra as i already have 2 Radions an MP40QD and a Reeflink. Thanks |
02/09/2018, 06:31 AM | #2 |
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Octo Varios. Good pumps
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02/09/2018, 06:43 AM | #3 |
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I have been using a vectra L1 for a year now with no problems.
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02/09/2018, 01:03 PM | #4 |
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02/09/2018, 04:35 PM | #5 | |
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on the other side though I haven't heard or read anything bad against the M1's. |
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02/09/2018, 04:37 PM | #6 |
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02/09/2018, 04:49 PM | #7 | |
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To add to the anecdotal evidence: I've been running an M1 to power my UV and skimmer, an L1 for a return and the VarioS with skimmer attachment for my skimmer. Been running them for a few years. All 3 have worked flawlessly and I couldn't be happier with performance and noise level. Coralvue and Ecotech both have top notch customer service as well.
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300g custom acrylic from James 72x36x27, 4 Mitras Lx7 &6 a360, 2 Stream 3s, C2C beananimal. 100g sump, Jebao DCP- 8000 (Vectra M1 died) -> 114w aquauv -> SRO 5000ext , varios8 return Current Tank Info: Me v Dinos - I'm winning for now... |
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02/09/2018, 07:04 PM | #8 | |
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02/09/2018, 07:07 PM | #9 |
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were getting many failures there to.
Just so you know, all of these cheap DC pumps come from the same place, and have all about the same reliability. The DCP line of Jebao sells the most and has the least complaints, and the best price. Reason I'm using 2. Main advantage is electricity savings and adjustability over ac |
02/10/2018, 10:05 AM | #10 |
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I have a Jebao its great. Running for 8 months cleaned once. I got it overnighted as a backup when the AC-DC supply to my varios-8 died. They both use the same china mass made supplies. I wanted a backup for my return, I just wish I have gotten 2 Jabaos to start with and saved hundreds. Note I have a high budget for reef gear (2500 on lights) I just dont see any real difference for the price. My varios is still in the closet.
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02/10/2018, 01:09 PM | #11 | |
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Or is this just based on a few posts in some "jebao vs the rest" forums? Sorry to derail
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02/10/2018, 01:15 PM | #12 |
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Mag drive IMO are the most reliable. Ran my mag drives almost 20 years. from freshwater and converted to reef.
The down side are they are a bit loud, high in energy, but help my heaters as they do heat up the water. |
02/11/2018, 09:04 AM | #13 |
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Fluval SP series
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