{"product_id":"bioscape-tropic-a-c-d-c-air-pump-battery-turns-on-when-power-fails","title":"Bioscape Tropic A\/C D\/C Air Pump Battery turns on when power fails","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKeeps the air on when the power goes out.\u003c\/strong\u003e The Bioscape Tropic A\/C D\/C Air Pump is a single-outlet pump that runs from USB power in normal use and switches automatically to its internal battery the instant power fails — up to 8 hours of continued aeration during a blackout, a storm, or while moving a tank between power points. A check valve is included.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAutomatic battery backup\u003c\/strong\u003e — switches over the moment mains or USB power drops, with no manual step needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUp to 8 hours of continuous battery runtime\u003c\/strong\u003e — enough to cover most short-to-medium outages.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStepless adjustable airflow\u003c\/strong\u003e — dial output up or down without pinching the line.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMicro USB powered\u003c\/strong\u003e — runs from any 5 V USB source; no bulky wall transformer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1.7 W energy-efficient motor\u003c\/strong\u003e — low running cost for continuous, everyday use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFreshwater and marine safe\u003c\/strong\u003e — suits community tanks, planted tanks and marine sumps.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpec\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTropic A\/C D\/C\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOutlets\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSingle, with check valve included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.7 W, via Micro USB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBattery backup\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 8 hours continuous, automatic switch-over\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpeed control\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes — stepless adjustable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFreshwater and marine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eNot included\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA Micro USB power cable is not included — use any standard 5 V USB cable and plug pack you already have.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSuitable for, and not suitable for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSuitable as either an everyday single-outlet air pump with built-in blackout insurance, or as a dedicated backup pump that only runs during outages. Not a substitute for a twin-outlet pump if you need to run two air lines — it has one outlet, like the Tropic 1000 and 2000 in Bioscape's mains-only range.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eRunning costs\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eDraws 1.7 W. Run continuously, that's roughly 15 kWh a year — around $4.50 a year assuming a 30c\/kWh tariff. Battery use during an outage doesn't add to your power bill; actual mains running cost depends on your own electricity plan.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSafety\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePosition the pump above the aquarium's waterline where possible, and keep the supplied check valve fitted if it sits at or below water level, to prevent back-siphon — including during the period the pump is running on battery.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCare and maintenance\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eKeep the housing dry and the intake vent free of dust. Bioscape hasn't published separate battery-replacement guidance for this model — if backup runtime drops off noticeably over time, contact Bioscape or your retailer for advice rather than opening the unit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWarranty and delivery\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCovered under Bioscape's manufacturer warranty against defects, in addition to your rights under Australian Consumer Law. Standard parcel delivery.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSB wall adapter and cable\u003c\/strong\u003e — needed to power the pump, as neither is included.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAirline tubing and an airstone or sponge filter\u003c\/strong\u003e — the load the pump is sized to run.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA second Tropic pump\u003c\/strong\u003e — some keepers run this unit purely as backup alongside a larger mains pump for the main bioload.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHow does it know when the power has failed?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt switches to its internal battery automatically the moment USB power is lost — there's no manual switch to flip during an outage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eIs 8 hours realistic, or a best-case figure?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eBioscape states up to 8 hours of continuous battery use; actual runtime will vary with the flow rate you've dialled in — running it wide open will use the battery faster than a reduced setting.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eCan I use it as my everyday air pump, not just backup?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — it runs continuously from USB power like any other air pump, and simply falls back to battery if that power is interrupted.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eDoes it come with a USB adapter?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo — it needs a standard 5 V USB cable and plug pack, which aren't included.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bioscape","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55242290626851,"sku":"BA8571","price":74.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0972\/7236\/5347\/files\/BIS56_4.jpg?v=1782297341","url":"https:\/\/nicksaquariumoceanariumterrarium.com.au\/products\/bioscape-tropic-a-c-d-c-air-pump-battery-turns-on-when-power-fails","provider":"Nicks Aquarium Oceanarium Terrarium","version":"1.0","type":"link"}