Pump Recomendations

Toxik · #1 05-12-2009, 12:05 AM

I've been trying to set up a 90 gal tank for the last 2 years or so and at the point of needing to buy an internal return pump. The reason for an internal pump is that I want the aquarium to be as quiet as possible. I won't be using the snapper that I bought because it is too loud for my liking. Does anyone have a sugestion for brand and size? I was leaning towards an Eheim or Quiet One.
Thanks
Dave

Aquattro · #2 05-12-2009, 04:40 AM

I used a MAG 12 for years, I was very happy with it. In fact, its now stirring my make up water in a 20g pail right behind me, I can hardly tell it's running.

Oxymoron · #3 05-12-2009, 04:42 AM

I have a 90 gal too bud and will be upgrading to the eheim 1260
http://www.jlaquatics.com/product/em...ater+Pump.html
I have a display in the living room and need it as quiet as possible and have picked this one after doing alot of research and asking various opinions. It is apparently very reliable and extremely quiet. What more do ya need

Hope this helps.

stick · #4 05-12-2009, 05:05 AM

I have a Quiet one pump, and dont find it all that quiet. Also bought tarpon that was loud to me, but tons of flow.

Myka · #5 05-12-2009, 05:07 AM

I have a Poseidon PS3 on my 90, and it is nearly silent.

msobon · #6 05-12-2009, 05:55 AM

If you want dead silent Poisedon is the way to go, though they they do run hot, so if you have temp issues the pump is not for you. If flow is the problem (Poseidon 1255 GPH max) you can go internal Mag, or if budget permits Red dragon pump.

Toxik · #7 05-12-2009, 12:36 PM

Great feedback guys, thanks. I'm saving up enough money to buy a return pump, skimmer and calcium reactor all at the same time, so when the time comes I might need some input for skimmer and reactor as well.
Dave
Oh ya, is there a distributor for the red dragon and poseidon pumps in the lower mainland?

PoonTang · #8 05-12-2009, 04:40 PM

I am running a quietone 5000 in my 90G. Great pump, cant hear it over the noise from the durso and skimmer.

Myka · #9 05-12-2009, 05:16 PM

J&L has the Poseidons, not sure who else. Mine is one of, if not thee quietest pumps I have ever been around. Pricey though.

Consider buying a dosing pump instead of a calcium reactor. Seems to be the latest trend. Takes up less space, and less pieces to break or break down. You can save yourself a few bucks and buy a dual doser instead of a triple and manually dose magnesium. I find I rarely have to dose magnesium in my tank (provided I do regular water changes), so I find it a bit pointless in my case. Not sure how much other people need to dose magnesium.

Toxik · #10 05-12-2009, 06:43 PM

Thanks Myka, looks like the Poseidons are external pumps though. I was kind of set on an internal pump.