MP-40W ES Vortech Propeller Pump by EcoTech Marine
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The award-winning technology of the MP40w ES provides wireless operation
on tanks between 50 and 500+ gallons, producing 1,000 to 3,200 gallons
per hour of flow and smallest in-tank footprint for full-size reef
aquariums.
The Wireless Wave Driver enables wireless coordination and enhanced
functionality between multiple VorTech units right out of the box, with
no extra equipment to buy—making it the most effective solution on the
market for larger aquariums.
Bracketless Design
The VorTech minimizes the intrusion of equipment in your tank by using a
patent pending bracketless design; this allows the motor to be on the
outside of the aquarium and uses a magnetic field to transfer torque
through the aquarium wall to the propeller located in the water.
No Heat added to the water
Due to the use of high intensity metal halide lighting, inefficient
return pumps, and powerheads, many aquarists must resort to expensive
equipment or loud fans to keep their water temperature stable. The
VorTech induces very little heat into the aquarium because of EcoTech
Marine's patent pending magnetically coupled design which transfers
motion through the glass, but not heat.
Controllable and Versatile
The VorTech uses the most advanced motor technology available, allowing
the water flow rate to be completely controllable. Operating on tanks
between 20 and 500 gallons and producing between 100 and 3,000 gallons
per hour of flow, the VorTech is the most versatile flow product on the
market. The VorTech is designed to operate on gap thickness from 1/8" to
3/4".
Flow
The VorTech produces from 500 to 3,000 gallons per hour of low velocity
gentle water current. The flow is so impressive and broad, that it
actually creates an undertow along your sand bed. You will notice an
equal amount of flow going out of your pump as you will see going back
into it! Moreover, because the flow pattern is so wide, there is no
reason to direction the flow, simply place the pump on the back or sides
of your aquarium and flow will be created throughout the whole tank.
No AC electricity in the aquarium water
The VorTech is safer than existing products because there is no
dangerous AC electricity brought into the aquarium. This keeps your fish
and corals happy and healthy, while minimizing your own risk of
electrocution.
Run-Safe Design
The VorTech is designed to be the safest and most reliable product on
the market:
Over-current protection - if the propeller becomes jammed, our
microcontroller will sense the problem and shut the motor down to
prevent overheating.
Magnetic couple protection - if the VorTech becomes separated into two
parts during operation, our microcontroller will sense the separation
and cut power to the motor.
Energy Savings
The VorTech moves more water within your aquarium than conventional
powerheads, plus you save money by not having to invest in and run a
costly chiller.
Low Maintenance
The VorTech is virtually maintenance free. Classic powerheads use an
impeller attached to a magnet assembly which needs to be cleaned every
few months. The VorTech need only be serviced minimally to replace a
simple and economical bearing every few years.
Wave Controller Accessory*
The EcoTech Wave Controller will wirelessly control up to 10 VorTech
Propeller Pumps with an intuitive user interface while creating optiomal
flow using wave motion algorithms.
Battery Backup Acessory
An IceCap, Inc. battery backup powers the EcoTech Marine VorTech
Propeller Pump for up to 24-hours during a power outage emergency.
Operational Modes
Constant Speed Mode - Pump runs continuously at a constant speed which can be set by the user.
EcoSmart Nutrient Transport Mode (NTM)
A two phase program to promote maximum health and nutrient export, as
well as increased growth for corals. Alternates between a resonant
standing wave and a surge effect to stir up and export nutrients.
EcoSmart Tidal Swell Mode (TSM)
Creates a harmonic balance in your aquarium reminiscent of the changing
flow conditions that would be found in nature. Flow varies from left to
right, right to left, calm, and ends with a great surge.
Reef Crest Random Mode
Reef Crest Random Mode simulates the high-energy conditions of a natural reef crest environment.
Lagoonal Random Mode
Simulates the gentler reef zone found in a natural lagoon.
Short Pulse Mode
Allows for wave pulse timings between 0.3 and two seconds, enabling the
creation of FAST alternating flow throughout the tank. Use this mode to
create a resonant standing wave.
Long Pulse Mode
Allows for wave pulse timings of between 2 seconds and 60 seconds,
enabling the creation of slow alternating flow throughout the tank.
Feed Mode
Slows down pump to allow user to feed aquarium. User can select the duration and speed for Feed Mode.
Night Mode
Automatically reduce speed and operates continuously at that speed for a
period of time during the night. User can select the duration and speed
for Night Mode.
Battery Backup Mode
When used with our battery backup accessory, the VorTech pump will
switch to Battery Backup Mode in the event of a power outage and will
operate at a user set speed. The LED’s on your EcoSmart driver will
count down to indicate how much power is available within the battery.
Auto-Dim
LED’s are turned off and display knob dimmed significantly, but pump
functions in its current mode. User can program how long after use
before the driver enters Auto-Dim.
On/Off Switch
Tap the on/off switch to turn off and turn on a pump. Hold this button
to turn off all pumps in a master/slave group. Tap any pump in the
groups’ on/off switch and that pump will turn back on.
Specifications
* Flow: 1,000-3,200 gallons per hour
* Power Consumption: 9-28 watts
* Maximum Motor Temperature: 50-60 degrees Celsius
* Aquarium Wall Thickness Range: 3/16″-3/4″
* Appropriate Tank Size Range: 50-500+ gallons
* Dimensions: Wet Side- 3″ diameter by 2.25″ long, Dry Side- 3″ diameter by 2.25″ long
* Clearance Needed Behind Aquarium: 3″