EcoTech Marine VorTech EcoSmart Propeller Pumps

Experience ocean-like currents you can control for exceptional aquarium water movement. EcoTech Marine VorTech EcoSmart Propeller Pumps take precision water movement to the next level. Upgraded EcoSmart Driver boasts improved wireless range (wireless-enabled models only), extra wave modes and more. Sleek driver design, easy-to-use controls, wave speed control dial and illuminated LED interface make custom precision flow settings effortless. Signature bracket-free VorTech propeller pump with magnetic coupling places the motor outside the aquarium. The result is the smallest in-tank footprint that delivers powerful yet gentle flow in multiple controllable modes for the ultimate reef experience.

Advanced Application:
When you use multiple wireless-enabled VorTech pumps (each sold separately), any EcoSmart driver is capable of operating either as a master or a slave pump. A master pump broadcasts a wireless signal and a slave pump receives this wireless signal. On any one aquarium, you can have up to six different master pumps broadcasting on unique frequencies. Each of these master pumps can be synced with an infinite number of slave pumps for endless flow possibilities.

Specifications

VorTech MP10 ES Propeller Pump
Flow: 200 to 1,575 gph
Wattage: 8 to 18 watts
Maximum Aquarium Wall Thickness: 3/8"
Appropriate Tank Size Range: 2-1/2 to 50 gallons
Dimensions: Wet Side-21/2" diameter by 1-1/2" long; Dry Side-2-1/2" diameter by 2" long
Clearance Needed Behind Aquarium: 2-1/4"

VorTech MP10w ES Propeller Pump
Flow: 200 to 1,575 gph
Wattage: 8 to 18 watts
Maximum Aquarium Wall Thickness: 3/8"
Appropriate Tank Size Range: 2-1/2 to 50 gallons
Dimensions: Wet Side-2-1/2" diameter by 1-1/2" long; Dry Side-2-1/2" diameter by 2" long
Clearance Needed Behind Aquarium: 2-1/4"

VorTech MP40w ES Propeller Pump
Flow: 1,000-3,200 gallons per hour
Wattage: 9-28 watts
Aquarium Wall Thickness Range: 3/16"-3/4"
Appropriate Tank Size Range: 50-500+ gallons
Dimensions: Wet Side-3" diameter by 2-1/4" long; Dry Side-3" diameter by 2-1/4" long
Clearance Needed Behind Aquarium: 3"

VorTech MP60w ES Propeller Pump
Flow: 3,500 - 7,500 gph
Wattage: 10 - 60 watts
Maximum Tank Thickness: 1"
Appropriate Tank Size Range: 120 to 1,000+ gallons
Dimensions: Wet Side - 4" diameter by 3" long; Dry Side - 4" diameter by 2.8" long
Clearance Needed Behind Aquarium: 3.3"

Battery Backup and EcoTech Marine VorTech EcoSmart Propeller Pump parts and accessories sold separately.

Downloadable VorTech EcoSmart Full Instruction Manual PDF and VorTech EcoSmart Quick Start Guide PDF.
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Please click on "More Information" for Operational Modes and Frequently Asked Questions.

• Constant Speed Mode-Pump runs continuously at a constant speed which can be set by the user.
• EcoSmart Nutrient Transport Mode (NTM)-A two phase program to promote maximum health and nutrient export, as well as increased growth for corals. Alternates between a resonant standing wave and a surge effect to stir up and export nutrients.
• EcoSmart Tidal Swell Mode (TSM)-Creates a harmonic balance in your aquarium reminiscent of the changing flow conditions that would be found in nature. Flow varies from left to right, right to left, calm, and ends with a great surge.
• Reef Crest Random Mode-Reef Crest Random Mode simulates the high-energy conditions of a natural reef crest environment.
• Lagoonal Random Mode-Simulates the gentler reef zone found in a natural lagoon.
• Short Pulse Mode-Allows for wave pulse timings between 0.3 and two seconds, enabling the creation of FAST alternating flow throughout the tank. Use this mode to create a resonant standing wave.
• Long Pulse Mode-Allows for wave pulse timings of between 2 seconds and 60 seconds, enabling the creation of slow alternating flow throughout the tank.
• Feed Mode-Slows down pump to allow user to feed aquarium. User can select the duration and speed for Feed Mode.
• Night Mode-Automatically reduces speed and operates continuously at that speed for a period of time during the night. User can select the duration and speed for Night Mode.
• Battery Backup Mode-When used with our battery backup accessory, the VorTech pump will switch to Battery Backup Mode in the event of a power outage and will operate at a user set speed. The LED's on your EcoSmart driver will count down to indicate how much power is available within the battery.
• Auto-Dim-LED's are turned off and display knob is dimmed significantly, but pump functions in its current mode. User can program how long after use before the driver enters Auto-Dim.
• On/Off Switch-Tap the on/off switch to turn off and turn on a pump. Hold this button to turn off all pumps in a master/slave group. Tap any pump in the groups' on/off switch and that pump will turn back on.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Will the MP20 be available with an EcoSmart driver?
A. No, at this point, the MP20 will not be available as an EcoSmart model.

Q. Can the MP20 be upgraded to an EcoSmart pump?
A. Yes, the MP20 can be upgraded to an MP40w ES by purchasing the "MP40w to MP40w ES" upgrade kit and MP40w power supply.

Q. Will EcoTech still support the MP40w Wireless Wave Driver?
A. Yes, EcoTech will still support and service the wireless wave drivers.

Q. Is the Wireless Wave driver obsolete?
A. Not at all, the MP40W has been an award winning powerhead/wavemaker for the last two years. EcoSmart simply increases this functionality further and provides an even higher level of controllability to the aquarium hobbyist. Additionally WWD equipped MP40W's will communicate with EcoSmart equipped MP40W ES pumps however EcoSmart modes will not be available in multiple pump configurations that are not all running wireless ES drivers.