Airpump

[L_Plates]

I plan on running an air pump in my 240l tank when cycled and was looking for a pump that will run 2 x 20 - 30cm stones, can anyone recommend to me a nice QUITE pump

Cheers
LP

 

[interpet123]

i have been doing the same thing all day, but i have found a few on seapets.com - On this link there is a list of brands, and a range of pumps, varying in power and cost. On every pump it will tell you what size tank it's suitable for. http/www.seapets.co.uk/products/aquarium-supplies/fish-tank-equipment/aquarium-air-pumps/

I think this one is probably best for you. http/www.seapets.co.uk/products/aquarium-supplies/fish-tank-equipment/aquarium-air-pumps/rena-air-pumps/rena-300-air-pump.html for tanks 150 - 300 litres

 

[L_Plates]

Thanks, the Tetratec Air Pump Aps300 seems ok nice and quite, anyone use one of these ?

 

[StuartLarge]

I bought one of these on the recommendation of the guy I bought my tank from as he was running one and I have been very impressed

http/cgi.ebay.co.uk/270-LITRE-SUPER-SILENT-AIR-PUMP-3ft-5ft-AQUARIUM-/360358900441?pt=UK_Pet_Supplies_Fish&hash=item53e71072d9#ht_3012wt_988

 

[interpet123]

i would go for that then!! Hope i could help

 

[mwood2]

I have used 2-3 air pumps and the questest I have used was Rena. They cost a bit more but are more then worth it.

 

[Royster]

Just happens that I have a tetratec 400 and I'll not be using it....

 

[Squidward]

I have used 2-3 air pumps and the questest I have used was Rena. They cost a bit more but are more then worth it.

I use a Rena pump.
They are also supposed to be a bit quieter than other brands.

 

[StandbySetting]

The Rena pumps are the best out of the few I have tried.

 

[L_Plates]

Tanks for the replies ill have a look at the rena pumps. Royster have you used the pump at all ?

Cheers LP

 

[interpet123]

i will buy a rena aswell !!

 

[Athena]

Mine are Tetratec pumps - yes, they are quiet providing they are on a stable flat surface - they do vibrate (silently most of the time) and can move across a slippery surface (even though their legs have a rubberised finish). And don't do what I did and position it near the edge of anything (e.g. tank lid or shelf) as over a period of time they do move and mine fell off!

Regards

Athena

 

[L_Plates]

I was thinking of placing the pump in the cupboard below the tank which is a juwel rio240 to hopefully shut out any noise.

Again thanks for the replies guys i appreciate it.

LP

 

[BigbruiserAl]

I was thinking of placing the pump in the cupboard below the tank which is a juwel rio240 to hopefully shut out any noise.

Again thanks for the replies guys i appreciate it.

LP

Dont forget your one way vavle if placed under the tank

 

[L_Plates]

Indeed cheers for the reminder. Ill go shopping later