DC return pump recommendations

[RonnieSimmonz]

I have a 20G JBJ and made a rookie mistake...I mounted the a surge protector to the inside back of the stand and can barely reach it. When I feed I have to reach in and turn the return pump off to slow down the flow. Does anyone have any recommendations for a return pump that can be controlled via an app?

 

[Gtinnel]

Pretty much every DC return pump that I know of have a feed mode on the controller, unless that is what you mean you mounted where it's hard to reach. You could also use a kasa smart plug so you can turn it off with the app for the smart plug

 

[RonnieSimmonz]

Pretty much every DC return pump that I know of have a feed mode on the controller, unless that is what you mean you mounted where it's hard to reach. You could also use a kasa smart plug so you can turn it off with the app for the smart plug

The pump I have right now is a low tech pump that came with my AIO. I just didn’t know if there was a pump that had an interface designed for reef tanks or if my only option was a smart plug

 

[Dunc]

I have a 20G JBJ and made a rookie mistake...I mounted the a surge protector to the inside back of the stand and can barely reach it. When I feed I have to reach in and turn the return pump off to slow down the flow. Does anyone have any recommendations for a return pump that can be controlled via an app?

I get my advice from a few online saltwater gurus :) Mr. Saltwater Tank says to leave your pumps on during feeding. He says the food need to blow around, so a feed button is not necessary. Let them pumps run!

 

[monkeyCmonkeyDo]

I leave my return on when feeding. My turnover rate.from my wave pump is much higher so the food stays in the tank till they are done eating.
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[Gtinnel]

I leave my return on while feeding my fish, but I do turn it off while I feed my corals. My pump has a controller to go into feed mode that I mounted on the side of my stand and I still turn it off with my smart powerstrip's app. Of course I use the app to turn off my gyre pumps and protein skimmer while feeding too.

 

[RonnieSimmonz]

I leave my return on while feeding my fish, but I do turn it off while I feed my corals. My pump has a controller to go into feed mode that I mounted on the side of my stand and I still turn it off with my smart powerstrip's app. Of course I use the app to turn off my gyre pumps and protein skimmer while feeding too.

What smart powerstrip do you use? And does it double as a surge protector?

 

[Gtinnel]

What smart powerstrip do you use? And does it double as a surge protector?

I use the Kasa HS300 and yes it is a surge protector as well. I actually use a lot of their individual smart plugs as well (both for aquarium and non-aquarium devices around the house). I absolutely love their products and after using them for several years they have earned my trust. For around $50 on sale for the powerstrip they're amazing in my opinion.

I have looked into getting a Neptune Apex but the powerstrip does such a great job for me that I'm not sure I'm willing to spend the money on a controller.

Edit: If you are wanting to place it in a specific spot in your cabinet check the dimensions to make sure it'll fit. It's pretty long.

 

[mdb_talon]

I get my advice from a few online saltwater gurus :) Mr. Saltwater Tank says to leave your pumps on during feeding. He says the food need to blow around, so a feed button is not necessary. Let them pumps run!

The food cant blow around if it is sitting in your filter sock or floss.

 

[Rjramos]

Agree, leave the pump on. Use a floating feeding ring for floating foods.

 

[RonnieSimmonz]

I use the Kasa HS300 and yes it is a surge protector as well. I actually use a lot of their individual smart plugs as well (both for aquarium and non-aquarium devices around the house). I absolutely love their products and after using them for several years they have earned my trust. For around $50 on sale for the powerstrip they're amazing in my opinion.

I have looked into getting a Neptune Apex but the powerstrip does such a great job for me that I'm not sure I'm willing to spend the money on a controller.

Edit: If you are wanting to place it in a specific spot in your cabinet check the dimensions to make sure it'll fit. It's pretty long.

Awesome, 50 dollars is a steal considering my non smart surge protector cost just as much

 

[RobB'z Reef]

I never found it useful to turn pumps off for feeding. Try it out for a while, see if it works for your setup.

 

[Bnutz]

+1 on the kasa strip. They are worth it. Individual buttons on each outlet, power monitor, and reef pi capable. I use one on each tank

 

[Dunc]

What smart powerstrip do you use? And does it double as a surge protector?

This what I use.