{"product_id":"axis-40-centrifugal-pump","title":"Axis 40 Centrifugal Pump","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA compact app-controlled return pump you can tune to your plumbing.\u003c\/strong\u003e The Aqua Illumination Axis 40 is a small centrifugal return pump (the pump that sends water from the sump or filter chamber back up to the display), rated at about 1,500 litres per hour at zero head with a maximum head of about 2.8 m (head is the height a pump can lift water before flow stops). Aqua Illumination rates it for aquariums up to about 150 litres. Control is through the myAI app, Mobius, or an Apex controller via an MXM module (sold separately).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSchedule and Feed modes\u003c\/strong\u003e, a custom flow programme and a temporary slow-down at feeding time so food is not pushed into the overflow, with feed and maintenance modes synced across multiple AI pumps.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCalibrate mode\u003c\/strong\u003e sets maximum, minimum and neutral flow levels to suit your overflow, and keeps the pump idling rather than stopping to help prevent back-siphoning (water running back down the return line).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaximum flow: about 1,500 litres per hour (400 US gallons per hour); maximum head about 2.8 m\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower: variable, 20 W maximum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 6.2 cm (2.44 inch) diameter x 16.8 cm (6.63 inch) tall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecommended tank: up to about 150 litres\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncluded: pump, 16 mm and 20 mm barbed nozzles, power supply\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSuitable for, and not suitable for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuitable as the return pump for nano and small reef systems up to about 150 litres, or for circulation. Aqua Illumination also lists running a UV steriliser or a reactor as uses for the Axis. Flow drops as the lift increases and stops at about 2.8 m, so measure the height from the pump to your return outlet before choosing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSafety\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep the power supply on an RCD (safety switch) protected outlet clear of splash, and never run the pump dry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWarranty and delivery\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCovered by Aqua Illumination's 12 month limited warranty, if registered with AI within 30 days, in addition to your rights under Australian Consumer Law. Standard parcel delivery.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Aqua Illumination","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55293337174307,"sku":"HYAX40","price":229.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0972\/7236\/5347\/files\/axis-40-centrifugal-pump-43203664675107.webp?v=1790235220","url":"https:\/\/nicksaquariumoceanariumterrarium.com.au\/products\/axis-40-centrifugal-pump","provider":"Nicks AOT","version":"1.0","type":"link"}