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Old 07/05/2007, 08:45 PM
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energy efficient main pumps?

i have a 225g with a 4 foot to the return line. i have 1" return lines. what is the most energy efficient pump to buy for a main pump? i would like to just keep it to one main pump but if i have to i can do two pumps.
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Old 07/05/2007, 09:11 PM
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Sequence Snapper.
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Old 07/05/2007, 09:14 PM
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Sequence pumps, but i havent done alot of research
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Old 07/05/2007, 09:16 PM
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Second that, great amount of flow for the initial price, and good energy efficiency too. Basically, if you want anywhere from 1,000-2,500gph of flow this would be my pump of choice.
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Old 07/05/2007, 09:20 PM
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any good web sites to buy from?
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Old 07/05/2007, 09:33 PM
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www.saltycritter.com

RC sponsor and a great LFS

I use a sequence dart on my 210, and I did have a problem once. Sequence swapped the pump for a new one no questions asked. I think the warranty is 5 years also.
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Old 07/05/2007, 09:35 PM
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Sequence pumps.
Ditto.http://www.reefexotics.com/reeflo.htm
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Old 07/31/2007, 08:34 PM
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ok i see that the dolphin amp masters are also good pumps to but what is better
Series Amp Master 2800S and runs on 1.0 amps but they dont list the watts used
where the Sequence Snapper will use only 98W but they dont list the amps used? which is better?
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Old 08/01/2007, 01:12 AM
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110v * 1.0a = 110w
98w / 110v = 0.89a
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Old 08/01/2007, 01:35 AM
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these pumps will want something bigger than 1" plumbing to shine.
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Old 08/08/2007, 05:00 PM
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From my research the Sequence pumps were the best for wattage usage and flow. I bought a Baracuda and Hammerhead and they are great. Rebuildable motors and made in the USA.
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