My return pump took a dump!?

[DerekT5]

Hey all, my return pump in my innovative marine 40 fusion is not working for whatever reason. I was wondering what the best pump to get was that wouldn’t break the bank. Thanks!

 

[Plecosam]

They look to be a Jebao OEM, maybe look at Jebao.

How old was the pump out of curiosity?

 

[Miller535]

If $214.99 is not too much, I would go with the reef octopus Varios-2. If it is,

VarioS-2 Controllable DC Pump (792 GPH)

Reef Octopus VarioS DC pumps give you enhanced performance and precise control of flow through your aquarium's reactors, sump, or closed-loop system. With complete control through the VarioS Controller, you can control the flow of the pump, enter feed modes (15 or 60 minutes), add a safety float...

www.bulkreefsupply.com

I would then go with Jaebo DCP-3000 for $58.96

 

[X-37B]

Whatever you get buy 2.

 

[jda]

What are you looking for? Reliability, price, or what?

 

[sp1187]

how big is your bank?
that's a relative situation.

 

[DerekT5]

They look to be a Jebao OEM, maybe look at Jebao.

How old was the pump out of curiosity?

the pump was maybe a year old. i got it cheap off amazon. so i now know cheap is not the best way to go with saltwater

 

[DerekT5]

What are you looking for? Reliability, price, or what?

i’m really looking for reliability more than price only because i’m off to college in 2 years and i don’t want my parents worrying about needing a new pump for the tank

 

[DerekT5]

how big is your bank?
that's a relative situation.

it’s a 40 gallon cube

 

[jda]

Take at look at Ehiem 1262, Fluval SP2 or Laguna Max Flow 600 or 900. These are going to be cheaper than a decent DC pump (not Jebao) and will last a long time. Pros: tireless, long lived workhorses, cheap and low wattage. Cons: no controller or ability to change speeds (if you can even call these cons).