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01/19/2019, 11:01 AM | #1 |
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AI NERO 5 Powerhead
Any experience or thoughts with the AI Nero 5 Powerhead? My gyre is crapping out and I was deciding between an MP40 and an Octo Pulse 4 and now this. I have a 4', 120 gallon mixed reef.
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01/19/2019, 02:10 PM | #2 |
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I bought 4 on Black Friday to replace 4 Tunze 6040.
2 on Reef reefer 450 - LPS. 2 on Reef reefer 350 - Starting up no coral, 1 fish. Pulse mode max 45% during the day, at night max 20% random mode Silent (almost dead silent) have not tried 100% Good app control (confirmed with customer support, for Iphone must be 6 or up. I tried iphone 5 and I could not set the date and time) Bluetooth connection only Can setup any speed/mode for 24 hours. I set 1 pump as master pump and the other 3 slave pumps. All run on the same speed. Comparing MP pumps: Cannot do something like Anti-synch mode Not a wave maker I love them because they are silent - no noise on pulse mode, wider stream. (but they are expensive) |
01/19/2019, 03:48 PM | #3 |
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Thank you for your reply. Flow is not a "problem" for me, as my VorTech M1 is on high in my 120 mixed reef-LPS, Zoas, Mushrooms. Having said that, I do want something to replace my gyre and I am wondering if 1 single Nero 5 will give me decent flow over my 4' tank. It is my understanding that the flow is wider than the traditional powerhead, such as the MP 40. I am intrigued by the Octo Pulse 4.
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01/20/2019, 02:08 AM | #4 |
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Awesome pumps. Lots of flow and very versatile. I shot a 3-4 month review about it today I’ll prob edited it tomorrow. Super tiny. Moves a ton of water and silent. I can use it in my nano or my big tank! Love the little thing
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01/20/2019, 09:12 AM | #5 |
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Many magnet issues floating around the forums about the Nero. Not saying everyone is having issues...
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60x36x24 mixed reef. 40b sump. Regal 250int Varios. 4xHydra26HDs+t5s. 4xMp40wes. Apex2016. |
01/20/2019, 09:50 AM | #6 | |
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I know the MP 40 is proven and will move lots of water and am still entertaining the Octo Pulse 4. |
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01/20/2019, 09:59 AM | #7 |
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I’ll edit that video tonight after snowboarding by I show it moving water in my 6’ tank. And it’s pretty impressive for one little pump
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01/20/2019, 10:01 AM | #8 |
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Much appreciated Shiftline! Where in Canada are you? Freezing cold in Toronto today.
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