{"product_id":"vortech-mp60qd-mobius-ready-quietdrive-propeller-pump-ecotech-marine-uk2","title":"VorTech MP60mQD - Mobius Ready QuietDrive Propeller Pump - UK Cable","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe EcoTech Marine VorTech MP60mQD is a magnetically coupled propeller pump designed to provide broad, gentle water movement in freshwater or saltwater aquariums. It delivers flow up to 9,000 gallons per hour and is recommended for aquariums up to about 1,000 gallons.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe magnetically coupled design positions the motor outside the aquarium and the wet side inside the aquarium. This configuration keeps electrical wires and motor-generated heat out of the water while also simplifying maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eFlow up to 9,000 GPH\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRecommended for aquariums up to 1,000 gallons\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCompatible with aquarium glass from 0.375 to 1 inch thick\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMagnetically coupled motor and wet-side design\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eNo electrical wires inside the aquarium\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eNo motor-generated heat added to the water column\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eProduces broad, gentle water movement\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSupports tank-wide flow patterns and natural gyre circulation\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAdjustable flow modes for different aquarium conditions\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCompatible with the EcoTech Marine Battery Backup accessory\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMobius-ready wireless control\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCompatible with Neptune Systems Apex through an optional MXM module\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eFlow Modes\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eLagoon Mode\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChanges the pump speed gradually to simulate the gentle currents found in a low-energy lagoon environment.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eReef Crest Random Mode\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChanges the pump speed frequently and significantly to simulate the variable flow of a high-energy reef environment.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eGyre Mode\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eProduces uniform high and low flow levels at a selected interval between two seconds and two hours. Alternating directional gyre operation requires multiple pumps.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eShort Pulse Mode\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAlternates between uniform high and low flow levels at a selected interval between 0.2 and 2 seconds.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eTidal Swell Mode\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCreates a multi-stage flow pattern that transitions between chaotic and calm conditions before finishing with a detritus-clearing surge.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eNutrient Transport Mode\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUses wave motion to suspend detritus, followed by a surging flow pattern intended to move the detritus toward the aquarium overflow.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eAdditional Functions\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFeed Mode\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTemporarily pauses the current operating mode and idles wirelessly enabled VorTech pumps while food is added to the aquarium.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eNight Mode\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOperates the pump with a gentler nighttime program that simulates calmer ocean conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWave Auto-Tune\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eCan be used to create a standing wave within the aquarium.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eInstallation and Compatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe MP60mQD is compatible with aquarium glass from 0.375 to 1 inch thick.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe pump is compatible with the EcoTech Marine Battery Backup accessory, sold separately.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eVorTech powerheads can be controlled through Neptune Systems Apex and Apex Fusion using a separately purchased MXM module. 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