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Topic: DC Return Pump Questions

Posted By: phys
Subject: DC Return Pump Questions
Date Posted: June 29 2017 at 11:14pm

I'm looking at changing out a mag 9.5 to a DC pump so I can quiet things down and run less power. I've seen several online but the only one I've had experience with has been the Vortech. It's way too pricey right now though.

So, does anyone have experience with the jebeo, Skimz, Quietpro, Diablo, etc.? Let me know your thoughts on longevity, ease of use, reliability, and all that jazz.

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Posted By: Wrogers
Date Posted: June 30 2017 at 4:45am

I have had good luck with these... Not really cheap but I like them..

https://www.bulkreefsupply.com/pumps-plumbing/submersible-aquarium-pumps/reef-octopus.html

I have a buddy that has the Skimz and loves it...

Posted By: Jeepj667
Date Posted: June 30 2017 at 5:01am

I have three Jebao's. Dc12000, Dct6000, and Dcp8000.

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Ryan
150 gal.

Posted By: Krazie4Acans
Date Posted: June 30 2017 at 6:56am

I have two Jebao DCT 12000 running for over two years without issue. I had a DC9000 running for a year before it quit (water leak into internal motor winding's). I have a DCP15000 as a backup but have not installed it yet. The DCP models have a huge controller compared to the DC and DCT models and the threaded connections on the volute may not match the same size as a DC or DCT pump of the same rating (just FYI).

I also have a Vario S running on a skimmer that has just over a year on it without issue. I like that it's controller is Apex ready and plugs directly in.

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My ocean.
90g (yup, won it!), 40g, 28g, & 10g Systems
PADI Advanced Open Water
http://utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=63568&title=krazies-nano-paradise" rel="nofollow - Tank Thread:

Posted By: Reefer4Ever
Date Posted: June 30 2017 at 8:59am

With my new setup I swapped my mag 9.5 for the Jebao 12000. Completely silent although im old and hard of hearing I don't hear anything. I love the soft start so no explosion of bubbles into the tank, freaking the fish out. Not to mention being able to control the output is a nice addition.

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90 gal reef w/refugium
24 gal softie tank
11 gal nano anemone tank
5 gal fresh water

Posted By: phys
Date Posted: July 01 2017 at 12:57am

Great responses all! Which of those you used are external capable?

Posted By: phys
Date Posted: July 21 2017 at 4:23am

Anybody? Lol

Posted By: phys
Date Posted: August 04 2017 at 4:42am

Going with a jebao this time around. Will replumb for an internal. Who knows where you can get some flexible hose for the return? Or maybe I'll do a hard line..... Hmmmmm

Posted By: Reefer4Ever
Date Posted: August 04 2017 at 9:37am

Jebaos or atleastt mine has to be submerged

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90 gal reef w/refugium
24 gal softie tank
11 gal nano anemone tank
5 gal fresh water

Posted By: kevin.st
Date Posted: August 04 2017 at 9:41am

From everything I have heard, Jebaos need to be submerged. I also prefer hard plumbing...

Posted By: phys
Date Posted: September 01 2017 at 2:37am

I bought a jebao dct6000.... I didn't think it would be too much but i'm currently running it on its lowest setting..... I'll still need to decrease flow using a valve but I need to replace the o ring on that as it leaks everytime I do. But running only at around 13 watts is a lot nicer than 93!