Tropicalfishkeeping201 Posted September 28, 2022 Share Posted September 28, 2022 Hello everyone, hope everyone is having a great week so far. For those that use a water pump for water changes, which brand do you guys use? I'm currently using buckets for water changes and have been on the look out for a good water pump but I wanted to know what you experienced fish keepers use. Thank you in advance Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RockMongler Posted September 28, 2022 Share Posted September 28, 2022 I honestly just use a cheapo-but-reasonably-reviewed-off-amazon water pump in a bucket for putting water back into the tank from a 5 gallon bucket. It's the same kind of pump someone might use for a pond, so I'd look for pond pumps with enough lift height to reach your tanks from your bucket. I've had my cheap pump for over a year at this point, and have had zero problems with it. 4 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xXInkedPhoenixX Posted September 28, 2022 Share Posted September 28, 2022 Hi there! I only use a bucket and 2 different hand start siphons for my tanks (after using several). I use this in my tanks 10 gallons and under: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07XVS4KNC/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1 This one for my 20 gallon tanks: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07WPT9QL5/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1 Since neither are expensive I have 5 tanks and each has their own siphon so as to avoid any contamination. Only issue I kinda have with the Nano pump (1st one) is it's not great at vacuuming as it wants to suck all the gravel in- but it's a good quick water changer for small tanks and vacuums my bare bottom tank great. Even squeezing the tube doesn't really help- but I don't vacuum the nanos often- I use a turkey baster or coral feeder when I need to. The 2nd pump for my 20 gallon tanks vacuums great- mostly due to the square attachment having vents on all 4 sides. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tropicalfishkeeping201 Posted September 28, 2022 Author Share Posted September 28, 2022 On 9/28/2022 at 9:40 AM, RockMongler said: I honestly just use a cheapo-but-reasonably-reviewed-off-amazon water pump in a bucket for putting water back into the tank from a 5 gallon bucket. It's the same kind of pump someone might use for a pond, so I'd look for pond pumps with enough lift height to reach your tanks from your bucket. I've had my cheap pump for over a year at this point, and have had zero problems with it. Thank you! On 9/28/2022 at 9:46 AM, xXInkedPhoenixX said: Hi there! I only use a bucket and 2 different hand start siphons for my tanks (after using several). I use this in my tanks 10 gallons and under: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07XVS4KNC/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1 This one for my 20 gallon tanks: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07WPT9QL5/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1 Since neither are expensive I have 5 tanks and each has their own siphon so as to avoid any contamination. Only issue I kinda have with the Nano pump (1st one) is it's not great at vacuuming as it wants to suck all the gravel in- but it's a good quick water changer for small tanks and vacuums my bare bottom tank great. Even squeezing the tube doesn't really help- but I don't vacuum the nanos often- I use a turkey baster or coral feeder when I need to. The 2nd pump for my 20 gallon tanks vacuums great- mostly due to the square attachment having vents on all 4 sides. Thank you for replying and providing the link! I'll check these out Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AllFishNoBrakes Posted September 28, 2022 Share Posted September 28, 2022 (edited) I started a thread about DIY tools I’ve made to make my life easier, but I’ll post here as well. I still use the small pump in the 5 gallon bucket for my small tank, and have since upgraded to a Python and sold the bigger system to another fish friend I’ll add that depending in the price of the pump, the tubing, the pvc (if you go that route), etc. it might be equal to the cost of a Python. Highly recommend the Python if you can swing it! Edited September 28, 2022 by AllFishNoBrakes 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
_Eric_ Posted September 28, 2022 Share Posted September 28, 2022 Here is what I use: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07VR1BGC5?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share also, this has been an awesome attachment to keep the outlet from disturbing substrate, etc: https://www.etsy.com/listing/1208741960/tank-refiller-9000?ref=yr_purchases 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patrick_G Posted September 28, 2022 Share Posted September 28, 2022 I use a fountain/pond pump similar to what others have posted. $15-20 on Amazon 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tropicalfishkeeping201 Posted September 29, 2022 Author Share Posted September 29, 2022 On 9/28/2022 at 10:58 AM, AllFishNoBrakes said: I started a thread about DIY tools I’ve made to make my life easier, but I’ll post here as well. I still use the small pump in the 5 gallon bucket for my small tank, and have since upgraded to a Python and sold the bigger system to another fish friend I’ll add that depending in the price of the pump, the tubing, the pvc (if you go that route), etc. it might be equal to the cost of a Python. Highly recommend the Python if you can swing it! Thank you! This is great On 9/28/2022 at 11:33 AM, _Eric_ said: Here is what I use: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07VR1BGC5?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share also, this has been an awesome attachment to keep the outlet from disturbing substrate, etc: https://www.etsy.com/listing/1208741960/tank-refiller-9000?ref=yr_purchases Thank you very much and for providing the link! Will check this out On 9/28/2022 at 12:27 PM, Patrick_G said: I use a fountain/pond pump similar to what others have posted. $15-20 on Amazon Thank you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tanked Posted September 29, 2022 Share Posted September 29, 2022 I'm also with the pond pump crowd. Mine is a little Giant Pond Works. At 132 gph. It is a little slow at 6Ft. of lift, but that allows me time to do other things, and it doesn't blow out the fish, plants, or gravel. I have a pvc valve attached too slow it down for the short sanded tank. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tropicalfishkeeping201 Posted September 29, 2022 Author Share Posted September 29, 2022 On 9/29/2022 at 6:03 AM, Tanked said: I'm also with the pond pump crowd. Mine is a little Giant Pond Works. At 132 gph. It is a little slow at 6Ft. of lift, but that allows me time to do other things, and it doesn't blow out the fish, plants, or gravel. I have a pvc valve attached too slow it down for the short sanded tank. Thank you so much! 🙂 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TeeJay Posted September 29, 2022 Share Posted September 29, 2022 This is the one I like to use.VIVOSUN 800GPH Submersible Pump(3000L/H, 24W), Ultra Quiet Water Pump with 10ft. High Lift, Fountain Pump with 6.5ft. Power Cord, 3 Nozzles for Fish Tank, Pond, Aquarium, Statuary, Hydroponics https://a.co/d/cE2m7zj Along with this. https://www.etsy.com/listing/1208741960/tank-refiller-9000?ref=share_v4_lx 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tropicalfishkeeping201 Posted October 1, 2022 Author Share Posted October 1, 2022 (edited) On 9/29/2022 at 1:27 PM, TeeJay said: This is the one I like to use.VIVOSUN 800GPH Submersible Pump(3000L/H, 24W), Ultra Quiet Water Pump with 10ft. High Lift, Fountain Pump with 6.5ft. Power Cord, 3 Nozzles for Fish Tank, Pond, Aquarium, Statuary, Hydroponics https://a.co/d/cE2m7zj Along with this. https://www.etsy.com/listing/1208741960/tank-refiller-9000?ref=share_v4_lx Thank you so much and for providing the links🙂 This is going to make my life so much easier Edited October 1, 2022 by Tropicalfishkeeping201 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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