Bubble magus just got serious!

Ron99 · #1 12-03-2013, 08:23 PM

Actually, after looking at the pictures again I don't think it is an Ecotech style pump. Looks like it's fully in tank, just two colours of plastic (maybe for the prototype).

mrhasan · #2 12-03-2013, 08:26 PM

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Originally Posted by Ron99

Actually, after looking at the pictures again I don't think it is an Ecotech style pump. Looks like it's fully in tank, just two colours of plastic (maybe for the prototype).

The change of color is probably due to reflection. But I think its coupled up since no suction cup or any sort of attachment can be seen. If BM doesn't pay for that patent, they are getting sued. Unless these pumps use something different.

Proteus · #3 12-03-2013, 08:30 PM

I think if they can get around the patent issue and create a similar product it be great

Ron99 · #4 12-03-2013, 08:42 PM

To me it looks like it's mounted on some sort of plastic base that attaches to the glass somehow. You can see it below the powerhead itself. I don't see any space between that would be the glass between internal and external parts.

Proteus · #5 12-03-2013, 08:48 PM

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Originally Posted by Ron99

To me it looks like it's mounted on some sort of plastic base that attaches to the glass somehow. You can see it below the powerhead itself. I don't see any space between that would be the glass between internal and external parts.

I think your right. Be more like the success power heads and controller

mrhasan · #6 12-03-2013, 09:07 PM

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Originally Posted by Ron99

To me it looks like it's mounted on some sort of plastic base that attaches to the glass somehow. You can see it below the powerhead itself. I don't see any space between that would be the glass between internal and external parts.

Very good pointer. Didn't notice that.

Aqua-Digital · #7 12-03-2013, 09:54 PM

we will start importing the controllable skimmers in the spring, thats the bench marked release date.

As for the controllable wave pumps, we shall see, quality is key here. This is a new area for Bubble Magus so we will only import products that we have personally tested for a period of time.

Ron99 · #8 12-03-2013, 10:23 PM

Honestly, I don't see the point of a controllable pump on a skimmer. The pump's output should be matched to the skimmer. Making it adjustable just gives the end user one more setting to get wrong and have to balance with other settings. I prefer just an adjustable output (wedge pipe/gate valve etc) to get your water level in the skimmer right and maybe an adjustable volute/venturi to adjust the air draw. That's all you need. Why add another complication?