Turn a spare MJ1200 Pump into a Detritus Vacuum!

[Katrina71]

The MJV will fit the end of any MJ Pump (Marineland or Cobalt), as well as any hose with an outer diameter of 3/4in

Thanks I ordered it for my son

 

[Sleepydoc]

To be honest, that's where this idea came from. We was doing the same thing. The problem was that it took forever to get every last bit of detritus sucked up with such a small outlet. Solved that issue with the MJV

Yeah - it is kinda cool having it spread out like a vacuum attachment. I may order one to try it out and compare. Still doesn’t solve the problem of the MJ impeller getting clogged, but short of getting a larger pump I don’t know of a solution for that.

The MJV will fit the end of any MJ Pump (Marineland or Cobalt), as well as any hose with an outer diameter of 3/4in

The main problem with this setup is that it needs to be totally primed ahead of time. I just leave a 3” section of tubing on mine all the time and while it works fine, it definitely has a bit more trouble priming/restarting if there’s any air.

 

[Vivid Creative Aquatics]

Just an FYI - You'll start seeing the MJV Vacuum Attachment in your Local Fish stores pretty soon. Products headed out this week.

 

[CeeGee]

I bought an Eheim Pro Vac, was about $50. I haven't opened the box and have had it less than a year. I might send it back to BRS and get one of these.

Ehiem vac is a turd.

 

[Vivid Creative Aquatics]

Another great user review video of the MJV by @melev - Thanks Marc for taking the time to review the MJV

 

[Z3speed4me]

anddddd ordered

 

[Vivid Creative Aquatics]

anddddd ordered

Thank you very much - your order most likely shipped earlier today, so you should have it just in time for a Weekend Sump Cleaning ;-)

 

[Vivid Creative Aquatics]

So this new MJV has been out for a little over a month now and the response has been pretty amazing - even for us.
Just wanted to give big shout out to everyone who picked on up either directly from us, or through one of our many retailers

We would love to know where you got yours - especially if you picked it up at you Local Fish Store

 

[Burrito]

I just got mine a few days ago and used it in my sump. Worked like a charm. I had a lot of Marine pure dust/crap and it’s nice and clean now.

 

[IxTCxI]

I need this

 

[oneilwiz]

This is exactly what I did to clean my sump except for the extension tube part. sick hack

 

[Vivid Creative Aquatics]

This is exactly what I did to clean my sump except for the extension tube part. sick hack

You wont need a hose, just the MJ Pump to attach it to. Any MaxiJet pump from either Cobalt Aquatics or Marineland will work.

 

[Vivid Creative Aquatics]

The MJV Vacuum attachment is now available at @Bulk Reef Supply
So, if you have not already picked one (or two) up, be sure to add it to your basket on your next order over at BRS.
https://www.bulkreefsupply.com/mj-vacuum-attachment.html

 

[Vivid Creative Aquatics]

Now available in the UK too
https://charterhouse-aquatics.com/shop/aquatics/fittings/random-flow-generator/vivid-creative-mjv-mj-pump-vacuum-attachment
https://charterhouse-aquatics.com/shop/aquatics/fittings/random-flow-generator/vivid-creative-mjv-mj-pump-vacuum-attachment
and here too:
https://marineaquatics.co.uk/shop/pumps-and-powerheads/sicce-syncra-silent-aquarium-pumps/vca-vacuum-pump-attachment/

and soon to be available in the Australian market as well.

 

[reacclimating 2 the hobby]

I have a couple MJ1200's laying around, this will be useful!

 

[Jimbo662]

I'm so glad y'all posted in this thread today! I'd seen the tube clips on their website a while back after looking at the vacuum attachment and have been driving myself crazy trying to find where I'd seen them!!!

 

[Vivid Creative Aquatics]

I have a couple MJ1200's laying around, this will be useful!

I think just about ever reefer has at least one or two MJs or other equivalent utility pump in their stash of old parts. Now we can make use of it - LOL

 

[Vivid Creative Aquatics]

I'm so glad y'all posted in this thread today! I'd seen the tube clips on their website a while back after looking at the vacuum attachment and have been driving myself crazy trying to find where I'd seen them!!!

Nice!
Glad we could help.

 

[Jimbo662]

I think just about ever reefer has at least one or two MJs or other equivalent utility pump in their stash of old parts. Now we can make use of it - LOL

One or two or three or four or...

 

[Vivid Creative Aquatics]

One or two or three or four or...

I know I have at least two, and some parts left over from the third.