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EHEIM compactON 5000
EHEIM compactON 5000
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Compact, powerful and silent
EHEIM compactON is the compact and yet powerful aquarium pump. Available in nine sizes, for flow rates from 170 to 16000 liters per hour.
The EHEIM compactON aquarium pump is characterized by its name through a compact design and is thanks to the included accessory bag appropriate for versatile use – the EHEIM compactON 2100-5000 can also be modified for the use outside of the water. Thanks to the high quality material it is also possible to use them without problems in marine water.
For even more flexibility, the flow rate is adjustable for all models, except for the EHEIM compactON 5000/9000/12000/16000. EHEIM compactON 300 is already appropriate starting from 170 liters per hour, EHEIM compactON 600 starting from 250 liters, EHEIM compactON 1000 starting from 400 liters, EHEIM compactON 2100 starting from 1400 liters and EHEIM compactON 3000 starting from 1800 liters. EHEIM compactON 5000/9000/12000/16000 is designed for a flow rate of 5000/9000/12000 litres per hour.
Compared to the pumps of the EHEIM compact/compact+ series the power consumption was again improved by up to 50%. Also the delivery head is presentable and makes the pumps powerful enough also for the use in the filter basin.
In order to guarantee a silent operation of the pumps, various measures have been taken like for example choosing a combination of ceramic axis and ceramic cover at the wing part of the EHEIM compactON 2100 and 3000. This also guarantees a long service life of the pumps. A high security standard has been attached like to all other EHEIM products as well as for the aquarium enthusiast as for the aquarium inhabitants. The cables are characterized by a thicker insulation and to the benefit of the aquarium inhabitants only materials which do not dispense toxic substances into the water, have been used.
The use in and outside the aquarium is possible for all pumps of the EHEIM compactON 2100 series.
Advantages of the EHEIM compactON
- Successor of the compact and compact+ series
- Fastening by means of robust suction cups
- Including accessories such as suction basket and threaded coupling
- Silent due to ceramic bearing (EHEIM compactON 2100/3000/5000/9000/12000/16000)
- High pump performance at low power consumption compactON 5000/9000/12000/16000 as electronic version for more efficiency
Specifications
Pump power per hour at 50 Hz of:
Pump power per hour at 50 Hz to: 5000 litres
Pump head approx. (H max at 50 Hz): 3.6 m
Power at 50 Hz of: 70 watt
Hose diameter at suction side: 25 mm
Height: 154 mm
Width: 92 mm
Depth: 142 mm
Freshwater: Yes
Sea water: Yes
Collapsible content
LIGHT
LOW: Place coral at the bottom of the tank. Depending on the type, coral may need to be placed off sand and therefore mounted on a ceramic disc of piece of rock.
MEDIUM: Place coral at mid-range of the tank. Best placed/glued on top of a rock scape at mid-range height.
HIGH: Place coral from mid range to just below water level. SPS coral are shallow growing so they require and are able to tolerate intense light.
FLOW
LOW: Most soft coral do well with a small, gentle pulse. There are certain corals that can even be placed in areas of indirect flow, meaning places aside a rock structure or set into a entrance to a cave style space.
MEDIUM: Many LPS types of coral prefer medium pulse current. Most Euphyllia or corals that have more tissue structure connected to their skeleton, don’t like to be in a high flow area like the direct flow of the wave pump.
HIGH: Similar to high light, SPS enjoy being in some heavy current. Most LPS and SPS that branch encrust or plate prefer high flow that simulates the top water waves.
SKILL
ENTRY: While some may say beginner level, "Entry" is a good term to be used when starting out in the world of corals and marine life. Prior to adding livestock, you want to ensure that your reef has the proper parameters including zero levels of ammonia and nitrite. Seeing traces of nitrate in your waters is a good sign - just keep them at a lower level of 2ppm to 10ppm. Maintaining correct temperature and salinity are a huge factor to stable parameters. Starting to monitor your PH, alkalinity, calcium and magnesium is a great habit to get into to keep a successful reef.
While some soft coral don’t require too much light, having a proper reef light that puts out the proper pars is very important. You'll also want to have a good amount of flow and protected rock areas, as placing corals in their happy spot is ideal for success.
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