Wavemaker & Koralia pumps

[Absinthe]

Anyone use these pumps on a wavemaker?

Manufacterer says NO, but most of the pump makers say this.

I heard you can use them on a wavemaker that has a soft or gradual start function.

The Red Sea Wavemaster Pro has this slow start function, as does the Seio controller.

Significant difference in price and features. I think the Seio controller is so pricey because its the only controller than can be used on the larger Seio pumps.

Anyone have experience using the Red Sea Wavemaster or ANY OTHER wavemaster with their Koralia pumps?

Anyone have experience with any other Wavemakers that they are happy with?>

I am pretty set on the Koralia pumps because of the amount of flow and the wide flow, not to mention the low wattage use.

Any opinions welcome~

Thanks!!

 

[Absinthe]

Also..best price on a wavemaker?

 

[raider77]

Also..best price on a wavemaker?

I got the best price for you Josh on the red sea wavemaker"Free". I have one if you need it.

 

[Absinthe]

!!!!

;D ;D ;D

WOW!

I just need to find some nice pumps that work on it now!!

What pumps are good for the Wavemaker?

 

[pgordemer]

I would not attempt these on a wavemaker. I have 4 of them and I love them, but they have an open face. So all it takes is a snail to climb onto it while it is stopped.... Mine snails live on them now with them running (I think they like the vibrations).

The pumps also tend to start with a loud thud as the prop attempts to spin in the right direction.

-Phil

 

[Absinthe]

Hmmm...interesting.

Do you like the pumps overall? Any pros/cons?

 

[pgordemer]

I absolutely love them. they have great flow, the magnet REALLY hold them, the swivel in all directions so placement is easy.

I have been a TUNZE believer forever, but I have to admit, these come to close to performance that it is hard to justify $300 for a pump.

Hydor as a company is good. There was a recall on the first generation of Model 2 & 3, and I called them about it, and they replaced them no questions asked even though mine didn't fall in the serial # range that was effected.