Rumor only - New Vortechs??

[siggy]

I am so embarrassed I just bought Vortechs. I will bury them in the yard and tell no one.

Em-bare-done, I just bought 2 mp10's and a REEFLINK knowing The white whale may breach any day

 

[45ZoaGarden]

What else would be cool is a built in directional gyre, allowing you to turn the pump any which direction from your phone. So you don’t have to put your hands in the tank to angle the flow.

 

[Tuan Black]

I would like to see a stronger magnet I have a mp40 and the magnet slides down if not on just right. My tank 3/4 inch acrylic went with maxspect gyro stronger magnet

 

[Greg P]

My best guess, they are getting ready for them to be compatible with mobius. I have read the older Mp's with a green wifi chip will not talk to the mobius app, and need a newer black colored wifi chip.

This is true of the QD controllers, but apparently not the ES units.
ESL tells me my ES controllers aren't compatible at all. 1 of my QD units is ready to go, and 3 of them state upgrade-able.

 

[Rogueaquariums]

My best guess, they are getting ready for them to be compatible with mobius. I have read the older Mp's with a green wifi chip will not talk to the mobius app, and need a newer black colored wifi chip.

That is true. A friend of mine that was beta testing the mobius told me the same thing..

 

[aquaman30k]

I would lean to agree with your LFS. If you think back on ETM’s discount pattern, a new product release usually follows a few months after a major sale. Both the Vortech’s and Radions were on sale at the end of last year and now we have a new gen of Radions.

I would also agree with the previous comment that an upgrade to include Mobius is likely. I’m hoping for an ETM controller....

 

[ca1ore]

I would like to see a stronger magnet I have a mp40 and the magnet slides down if not on just right. My tank 3/4 inch acrylic went with maxspect gyro stronger magnet

3/4" is right at the maximum for the MP40, and it will slide down if you haven't followed the directions and properly hung the dryside.

 

[Bryan68]

I would lean to agree with your LFS. If you think back on ETM’s discount pattern, a new product release usually follows a few months after a major sale. Both the Vortech’s and Radions were on sale at the end of last year and now we have a new gen of Radions.

I would also agree with the previous comment that an upgrade to include Mobius is likely. I’m hoping for an ETM controller....

I guess time will tell. On another note, I was under the impression that the latest versions of the Vortechs would support the new Mobius app since they have the black wireless chip, what are your thoughts?

 

[ca1ore]

I would also agree with the previous comment that an upgrade to include Mobius is likely.

Not likely …… inevitable LOL. Swapping out the wifi card doesn't qualify as a 'new version' to me though.

 

[Tim at EcoTech Verified Sponsor]

VorTech's have been shipping for about two years or more with the module needed for Mobius connectivity.

 

[Ldc3000]

The Nero update will probably come first.

 

[Asonitez]

What about a new cage that allows you to focus the flow by rotating it. Think like a 60 degree funnel that allows you to rotate the cage for a vortech on the back wall and make it partially directionable. I think that would be cool.

 

[Bpb]

An MP style elongated Gyre/Crossflow style would be nice for sure. I’d buy 2-3 when they hit market. I’ve wanted to use that style of pump for a while, but the biggest deterrent has been size. Going from an MP40 wet side to a comparable crossflow pump is a big change, not mention the wire in the tank! ......ewwww.....wires

Tastes are tastes I get it. But honestly....a little 1” section of wire at the surface of my gyres is WAY less obtrusive looking than a giant dry side poking out and an awkward wire running up the outside of the tank I’ve always felt like the wire in the water thing is so over emphasized. The absolute best thing about vortechs is the ability to quickly swap wet sides rather than taking flow out of commission while soaking and scrubbing.

 

[B7Joe]

The wet side will be battery powered, allowing it to detach itself from the base (which is essentially now a charging station) and using sensors, it will move about the tank several times a day to generate random flow and gently clean your substrate and rock work. Kinda like a Roomba for your aquarium.

... later versions will be able to monitor water quality, identify unwanted pests, and zap them with its onboard laser.

 

[Sisterlimonpot]

The wet side will be battery powered, allowing it to detach itself from the base (which is essentially now a charging station) and using sensors, it will move about the tank several times a day to generate random flow and gently clean your substrate and rock work. Kinda like a Roomba for your aquarium.

... later versions will be able to monitor water quality, identify unwanted pests, and zap them with its onboard laser.

I love it!

 

[Scorpius]

VorTech's have been shipping for about two years or more with the module needed for Mobius connectivity.

So release the Kraken already.

 

[Neoalchemist]

What about a new cage that allows you to focus the flow by rotating it. Think like a 60 degree funnel that allows you to rotate the cage for a vortech on the back wall and make it partially directionable. I think that would be cool.

And easy to implement. Simple ideas like this are usually the best.

 

[Silver14SS]

Unfortunately it's not something that is coming, this was a DIY project from years ago to combat against the loud dryside....

You mad scientist, that's awesome! Hopefully they eventually come out with something that looks less like earmuffs.

 

[Neoalchemist]

Id also love the ability to program and store your own 24 hour wave cycle without any additional controllers. Which is one of the best things about the Gyre.

 

[ca1ore]

Seem to recall somebody 3D printed a directional nozzle .....