RE: [APD] Size Pump For Sponge Filters

["Rick Engstrom" <rick703 at mts_net>]

I have run 4 ATI sponges off the large Optima air pump however the noise
grates on me. I use diaphragm type pumps for my brine shrimp and hospital
tanks and run most of my 35 tanks off a linear piston pump. I did notice a
neat small linear pump rated for up to 15 lines which might interest you.
Check it out at
http://www.angelsplus.com/cgi-bin/cart.pl?db=angelsplus.dat and look at the
AL15A model for $129. Probably more money that you may want to spend but it
does give you the option of adding extra tanks at some time. You would have
to make up a manifold out of PVC or gray conduit and tap in some air valves
but just a thought.

Rick




-----Original Message---
From: aquatic-plants-bounces+rick703=mts_net at actwin.com
[mailto:aquatic-plants-bounces+rick703=mts_net at actwin.com]On Behalf Of
Bennett, Bill
Sent: Friday, March 05, 2004 10:43 AM
To: aquatic-plants at actwin_com
Subject: [APD] Size Pump For Sponge Filters


I'm setting up about 10-12 ten gallon tanks for breeding and raising
purposes. Some may be planted tanks, others not.  My question is what size
air pump would I need to be able to handle ten small sponge filters in these
tanks?   Thanks for your suggestions.

Bill

 - Corruption of the best, is the worst! -


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