AquaClear Powerhead is a multifunctional pump that delivers outstanding performance for various aquarium applications. It efficiently drives undergravel filters, as well as circulates and aerates aquarium water. It can also be connected to protein skimmers, which are essential devices for most marine aquariums. Freshwater aquariums also benefit from additional currents in many applications.
Powerhead 30 comes with a venturi aeration valve that raises oxygen levels, which is important when water temperature or fish population increases, or during disease treatment. It is indispensable in smaller reef aquariums, it can easily be hidden and still provide highly beneficial currents. Freshwater aquariums also benefit from additional currents in many applications.
Using a Powerhead 50 in combination with an AquaClear Quick Filter provides added safe mechanical filtration for cleaner water conditions and protects baby fish. PowerHead 50 includes a unique reverse flow feature that forces water down the undergravel riser stem and beneath the gravel.(In conventional operation the water is pulled through the gravel and plate and up the riser stem.) The water then passes upward through the gravel layer-feeding and oxygenating vital bacteria colonies from below. The biological filter develops from the bottom up. This reverse flow helps to keep the substrate cleaner by keeping dirt and debris near the top layer so that it can be easily removed. Since the water is forced evenly through an unobstructed bottom place, there is much less possibility of “dead spots” to go anaerobic. This helps promote bacterial growth from the bottom up. Injection of oxygen-rich water beneath the undergravel bed supports superior conditions for beneficial nitrifying bacteria.
AquaClear Powerhead includes the following design, safety and utility innovations:
- A compact, energy-efficient, and completely submersible motor, insulated in epoxy resin to protect against harsh fresh and salt water environments
- A venturi aeration feature which increases surface agitation and gas exchange;
- A convenient rim attachment bracket that fits easily on most standard aquarium rims
- A vertical/horizontal output diverter
- Adjustable flow control
- A stem adapter
- Convenient suction cups for easy installation
- An output hose adapter to permit easy attachment to protein skimmers, spray bars, and other accessories
Powerhead 30 | Powerhead 50 |
Dimensions : 8.9 cm X 5.08 cm X 10.1 cm (3.5 in. X 2 in. X 4 in.) | Dimensions : 11.43 cm X 11.43 cm X 6.9 cm (4.5 in. X 4.5 in. X 2.75 in.) |
Maximum flow rate: 660 LPH/175 U.S. gph | Maximum flow rate: 1000 LPH/270 U.S. gph |
Recommended aquarium capacity: 120 litres/30 U.S. gal | Recommended aquarium capacity: 190 litres/50 U.S. gal |
Wattage : 8 W | Wattage : 12 W |
Key Features
- Available for 2 filter models : AC 30and AC 50
- Increases water flow through a gravel substrate and improves its filtering efficiency
- Provides stronger currents and consistent output over time
- Silent operation
- Powerhead lifts water as well as moves it
- Provides additional safe mechanical filtration
