Check these PH's out

dzones · #1 12/19/2007, 12:13 AM

I ordered a couple of these powerheads already and just awaiting them to arrive.

Powerheads

I have been reading about several other people on another reef site already using them with very impressive results.

pretty cheap and only 6.99 shipping for up to 20 of em.

nam2212 · #2 12/19/2007, 02:06 AM

Very cool. I am about to order a couple of them. Anyone want to tag along on my order?

Nick

SpiffWilkie · #3 12/19/2007, 02:30 AM

Count me in for two.

willember · #4 12/19/2007, 03:06 AM

I don't know if it is the same powerhead but it looks identical to one I had in my nano a few years ago. the magnet totally rusted out...
ymmv

zebrafish · #5 12/19/2007, 08:31 AM

Nick,

If you have not ordered yet put me down for 2 as well.

dzones · #6 12/19/2007, 10:12 AM

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I don't know if it is the same powerhead but it looks identical to one I had in my nano a few years ago. the magnet totally rusted out...

I think you might be referring to the aquaglobes that came out a few years ago. The owner of the site tested these for 4 months prior to selling them and specifically looked into that because of those model problems with rust and as of this point (5-6 months now I believe) there was no sign of that. you can check out the full link

HERE

grannybj · #7 12/19/2007, 03:22 PM

hey Nick, put me down for one...I am still not ready to add water to the 8 gallon but maybe this is something I will need and if not ...can't complain about the wasted money since it is so cheap.
I don't think I would need more than one ..do you ?
BJ

dzones · #8 12/19/2007, 06:14 PM

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I don't think I would need more than one ..do you ?

Definitely only one in an 8g. You will probably need to close the gate valve some as well, otherwise you will have a sandstorm..lol

nam2212 · #9 12/21/2007, 02:00 AM

I am going to order tomorrow, so if anyone else wants in on the order let me know. So far I have:

Me: 2
SpiffWilkie: 2
Reefdiver77: 2
zebrafish: 2
grannybj: 1

dzones · #10 12/21/2007, 02:29 AM

mine should be here tomorrow barring any shipping delays..

I will let you guys know if they do and how well they churn things up in a 12g.

I also snagged a 10pce frag pack for 99 bucks shipped overnight that is supposed to include 3-5 colored zoanthids/palythoas, 3-4 LPS, and 1-4 soft coral or mushrooms. All nano sized.
I will shoot a few pics and update after I get em set up in their new homes.

waynesworld · #11 12/21/2007, 08:23 AM

Taging along I want to see how these do.

Fusch13 · #12 12/21/2007, 08:25 AM

Tagging too!

nam2212 · #13 12/22/2007, 01:59 AM

Alright, they have been ordered. I will let everyone know when they arrive.

dzones · #14 12/24/2007, 06:16 PM

sweet mine came in today finally.
OMG these things are small. I will snap and post some pics later after I get em hooked up.

dzones · #15 12/25/2007, 12:51 AM

Ok here is a shot of the new powerhead beside a Koralia 1 for sizing purpose.

and I can say DAMN what a nice flow this thing can give off. Works very nicely in my 12g nano's. Had to close the gate valve a little though. too strong otherwise. very nice and unbelievable for 4.99 per unit.

nam2212 · #16 12/29/2007, 06:22 PM

Allright, everyone, the pumps are in. Send me a PM if you want to arrange to pick them up.

wjhuie · #17 12/30/2007, 02:25 PM

How's everyone else like them ? What is the rated flow?

nam2212 · #18 12/30/2007, 02:31 PM

Very strong for such a small powerhead. It is as strong as a MJ1200, but 1/3 the size.

dzones · #19 12/30/2007, 02:42 PM

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How's the flow?

had to close the gate to about 1/2 in order for the sand to stay in place on my AP 12g. these puppies are awesome for 5 bucks a pop. I especially like the whole power supply on the outside at the plug. reduces a lot of the heat generated by most ph's that would normally be in your tank. every bit helps.
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dzones · #20 01/05/2008, 01:44 AM

Ok well I put these to the test on a wavemaker to see how well they come on and off. been running most of today and no problems so far. Like any timer that turns the ph on and off I am sure over time it weakens it but for 4.99 a pop I can handle that. Could easily get several of these at that price anyway.

So for 4 powerheads, the chauvet (currentsea) wavemaker I linked in another thread, all shipped to my home for a total of:
$70.14

wjhuie · #21 01/06/2008, 03:47 PM

Cool, I want a one or two of those for my mini bow5.

nam2212 · #22 01/06/2008, 05:50 PM

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Originally posted by wjhuie
Cool, I want a one or two of those for my mini bow5.

It will blow the water out of a Minibow 5.

nam2212 · #23 01/09/2008, 11:31 PM

Will anyone that I ordered pumps for be coming to the frag swap?

grannybj · #24 01/09/2008, 11:44 PM

unfortunately I have inventory at work on the 21st so I will not get to go to the swap . My boss says the only way he is letting me off that weekend is with my own death certificate. You are holding a pump for me and I will pick it up next month at the meeting if that is ok with you .
BJ

nam2212 · #25 01/10/2008, 01:04 AM

That is fine with me. Where do you work? I might be able to drop it off.