Air pumps

[John Patakos]

about 6 years ago i got tired of the noise , cost and inconvenience of my gast blower..they are loud..costly to operate and don't put out much pressure needed for deeper tanks..so i bought an AP100..i love this pump..currently running about 150 lines in tanks anywhere from 5 to 135 gallons...i use 1 1/2" PVC pipe to carry the air...i also have an AP100 for a backup. and an extra rebuild kit.
the AP100 is powerful , quiet and efficient...it only draws 100 watts..

[Mugwump]

I have a Pondmaster pump that rocks, my backup is a Jehmco 80.....both do an excellent job...I'm using 5/8" clear tubing with the large valve logs...I find it more versatile than the PVC.....I can add, and /or reconfigure the tank setup(s) with ease.....and I'm running off a 'T'...not looped....

[BallAquatics]

You are preaching to the choir John.  I did exactly the same thing, replaced blower with AP-100.  Got one running about 100 drops and another sitting as a spare.....  couple of rebuild kits on the shelf too.  Simply fantastic pumps.   

Dennis

[LizStreithorst]

I'm in love with my Jehmco linear pump..  It's maintenance free.  No diaphram to wear out.  I'm running 42 drops with more to come soon.  I do have 4 medo pumps plumbed together for back up, but I expect my Jemco to be running after I'm dead.

[GraphicGr8s]

Not sure if I ever said but I did get the Pondmaster AP100.

I love this pump.

If you haven't already, order a rebuild kit.  It's only a matter of time before a diaphragm will wear out.  At $10 I like to keep a couple on hand.

http://www.123ponds.com/14565.html

Dennis

I waited too long Dennis. Should have taken your advice. Went out tonight and the pump was dead. Both diaphragms were toast. Got two on order. Should have them Wed. Fortunately my tanks are lightly stocked and will do fine without the filters for that short a time. I'll redo all the filters before I start it back up though.