Pumps up to 1,321 gph - now that's power! Fully submersible multi-purpose pumps for circulating water, draining and filling aquarium, powering waterfalls, or operating wet/dry filters and skimmers. Oil-free motor helps keep aqaurium free of harmful contaminants. Quiet running, highly efficient motor keeps background noise to a minimum. Must be submerged at all times. Includes gravel filter adapter, standard hose tubing adapters, suction cups, elbow, directional flare nozzle, intake strainer, control valve with venturi, and discharge adapter.
Model
Dimensions
Max head
gph
Inlet
Outlet
Watts
180
2-1/4" x 1-1/4" x 1-3/4"
2 ft
80
*
1/2" slip
5
360
3" x 2" x 1-3/4"
3 ft
152
*
1/2" slip
8
480
3" x 2-1/2" x 1-7/8"
4 ft
200
*
1/2" slip
11
1300
4-1/2" x 2-1/4" x 3"
6 ft
370
3/4" barbed
3/4" barbed
31-1/2
1800
6" x 2-1/2" x 3-1/2"
6 ft
480
3/4" barbed
3/4" barbed
28
2300
6-1/4" x 2-1/2" x 3-1/3"
7 ft
600
3/4" barbed
3/4" barbed
41
2600
6-7/8" x 2-3/4" x 4"
7 ft
740
3/4" barbed
3/4" barbed
46
3600
7-3/4" x 3-1/4" x 4-1/8"
10 ft
1057
3/4" barbed
3/4" barbed
80
4900
7-1/2" x 3-3/8" x 4-1/4"
14 ft
1321
3/4" barbed
3/4" barbed
113
*Screen pre-filter intake.
The versatile ViaAqua pump series can be used as submersible water pumps or as powerheads, performing a wide variety of duties within your aquarium - power an undergravel filter or use as a return pump to move water from the filter's sump back to the aquarium. Models 180-480 are submersible only pumps. Models 1300 and higher are both submersible and in line pumps (Model 4900 is submersible-only) .
Please click on "More Information" for additional features, installation tips, and maintenance.
Set your submersible pump on suction cups at the bottom of your sump. This will help reduce vibration and noise.
Be sure to completely submerge the pump before connecting it to a power source.
Try not to place the submerged pump's inlet near the output of the protein skimmer, if you have one installed. A skimmer can sometimes produce air bubbles in the exhaust water, and these bubbles can be sucked up by the pump and returned to the aquarium. These bubbles are undesirable inside an aquarium, especially a reef aquarium.
Remove filter from the front of submerged pump and remove debris. Rinse with plain fresh water (no soap).
Remove the impeller housing cover to expose the impeller.
Remove the impeller and the magnet. Inspect them for damage and wash with plain fresh water (no soap or abrasives).
Wash out the impeller housing with plain fresh water (no soap or abrasives).
Reassemble the pump and re-install it in your system.
Other Cleaning Tips:
Some brands of in-line pumps require periodic oiling to lubricate the motor. Always refer to your owner's manual for instructions on this procedure.
If you have lime or mineral buildup on any part of your pump, you can dissolve these with Lime Off, a product especially designed for removing lime, salt residue, and other hard deposits on aquarium equipment. Make sure to rinse thoroughly with fresh clean water before reassembling your pump.
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Return of electrical equipment to Drs. Foster & Smith for exchange or refund is limited to 60 days from the date of purchase. Beyond 60 days, electrical equipment is covered by the manufacturer's warranty and you should contact Commodity Axis Inc. [Back to top]
Testimonial By:
Testimonial:
A. Molyneux Jacksonville, FL
We purchased both the ViaAqua 4900 and 2600 pumps and are delighted with them. They are the quietest pumps we've ever used, put out very little heat, and are an unbeatable value for the price! They come with fittings and attachments so that they can be used inline as an external water pump outside an aquarium sump as well as being used fully submersed. Having owned or tried several other brands, we are convinced these are the best pumps. We have no hesitation recommending ViaAqua pumps to our friends with aquariums.
I'm using the ViaAqua Water Pump Model 3600 in a 29 gallon sump that feeds a 150 gallon aquarium in my home office. It is a very quiet pump and is meeting all my needs. It is an excellent buy.
I had bought two and wanted to use them as a external pump but the seal on front leaked on both so I put the last one in the wet/dry and have had no problems. Very nice pump and quiet. Now I have a spare but the last one has lasted for about 3yrs so I don't see a need for a spare.
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Please note: Return of electrical equipment to Drs. Foster & Smith for exchange or refund is limited to 60 days from the date of purchase. Beyond 60 days, please contact the manufacturer for repair or replacement as covered by the manufacturer's warranty.
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