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SolRo
10-20-2007, 08:15 PM
Anyone know any?

I'm planning to convert a 24g aquapod hood into an inclosed watercooled LED system, but the selection of small pumps seems rather limited. The hydor L10 looks promising, but I cannot find any for sale.

max width needs to be 2" or less.
seahorse_man
10-20-2007, 08:19 PM
Would an aqualifter work?
iVgOnMaD
10-20-2007, 09:12 PM
Look for tiny fountain pumps or pumps used for doing the same thing but on computers.
iwantone
10-20-2007, 09:13 PM
I use a MJ1200 for water changes. Seems to pump a good amount.
SolRo
10-20-2007, 09:43 PM
Would an aqualifter work?

Think that flow rate might be too low, and is it rated for contstant opperation?
iwantone
10-20-2007, 11:43 PM
Check out the aquaclear line. I've used the aquaclear 802 for a return for over 10 years at various times and I think they work great. They make much smaller ones. Check it out. they are fairly cheap too
SolRo
10-20-2007, 11:55 PM
I need a small external pump, not a powerhead, which is only submersible :(


Anyone know where I could buy a hydor L10, either online or localy? Can't find it anywhere.
seahorse_man
10-20-2007, 11:57 PM
MJ can be used in-line......................that is what they use on shuran calcium reactors
GoTakuF1
10-21-2007, 12:21 AM
Yup, like Brad and Jordan said, MJ would work for you application. I've done close loops and DIY recirculating skimmers with MJs - they're fine external pumps. MJs are the little pumps that could.
SolRo
10-21-2007, 12:49 AM
There doesn't seem to be any kind of seal on the little cowl around the prop though, it would leak I'd think
GoTakuF1
10-21-2007, 01:03 AM
That's why you gotta get creative! :) You can find an example here: http://www.nano-reef.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=48267 . That's probably a lot more complicated than what you're trying to accomplish but you get the idea.

One thing I've noticed while working with MJ's externally is that they tend to get a little warm. I usually have a small fan blowing on it to keep it cool but that's just me being extra careful. Cheers!
iVgOnMaD
10-21-2007, 03:17 AM
here are some small pumps

http://www.xoxide.com/wacopu.html
GoTakuF1
10-21-2007, 03:27 AM
I've used those Swiftechs on a couple of water-cooled systems and honestly wasn't too impressed with them. I was surprised to see a couple of them leak after a few months considering their intended usage in electrical environments. Since space usually isn't an issue in those systems, I just ended up using Eheims. They're flawless!
iVgOnMaD
10-21-2007, 12:04 PM
he needs something small though so I thought this could help, they are kinda expensive if they suck ass though...
SolRo
10-21-2007, 07:59 PM
All those specialty overclocking pumps are overpriced as all hell.

Was hoping someone might know a source for a hydor L10, otherwise looks like I'll have to go with an L20.

I'd go with the eheim, but it ended up being just a bit too big.
dj9264
10-23-2007, 02:34 PM
small Eheim will not work then?