{"product_id":"red-sea-reefwave-45-15000lph","title":"Red Sea Reefwave 45 15000lph","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBroad, reef-like flow instead of a single jet.\u003c\/strong\u003e The Red Sea ReefWave 45 is an app-controlled gyre pump that spreads up to 15,000 L\/h across the tank in wide sheets rather than one narrow stream, closer to the way current actually moves over a reef. It suits established marine and reef tanks from roughly 60 cm to 200 cm (2 to 6 ft) in length that need strong, even circulation without a wall of powerheads.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUp to 15,000 L\/h (3,960 GPH) of gyre cross-flow\u003c\/strong\u003e — spread in broad sheets across the display rather than concentrated in one jet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSine-wave DC motor, 8–45 W\u003c\/strong\u003e — power draw scales with flow output, so running below full speed also costs less to run.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e5 programmable wave patterns\u003c\/strong\u003e — forward, reverse and alternating flow modes via the Red Sea ReefBeat app, plus a dedicated onboard controller.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMagnetic, silicone-encased mount\u003c\/strong\u003e — up to 20 mm glass, no drilling or external bracket.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e3 m cable\u003c\/strong\u003e from pump to controller — extendable a further 2 m with the genuine ReefWave 25\/45 extension cable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaximum flow\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15,000 L\/h (3,960 GPH)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePower consumption\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8–45 W, scaling with output\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eVoltage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIncluded power supply, 230–240 V, 50 Hz mains input, AU plug\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRecommended tank length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e60–200 cm (2–6 ft)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaximum glass thickness\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDimensions\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e31.5 x 8 x 5 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCable length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3 m, pump to controller\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eControl\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWi-Fi via ReefBeat app, plus dedicated controller module\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMounting\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMagnetic, silicone-encased\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWater type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMarine and reef\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill it fit my tank?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eRed Sea rates the ReefWave 45 for tanks from 60 cm to 200 cm (2 to 6 ft) in length and up to 20 mm glass — check both figures before ordering, since a magnetic mount rated to 20 mm won't hold securely on thicker glass or acrylic. On a tank under 60 cm the ReefWave 25 is the better-matched pump; on anything longer than 200 cm, plan on more than one unit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePerformance\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 15,000 L\/h figure is the maximum output at full power — the DC motor is fully adjustable, and the ReefBeat app runs it anywhere from a gentle feed-mode trickle up to that maximum across five programmable wave patterns, with forward, reverse and alternating flow directions. Power draw moves with output, from 8 W at the low end to 45 W at maximum, so a tank run well below full flow also draws well below the rated wattage. Red Sea has not published a flow-percentage-to-L\/h curve for the ReefWave range, so treat 15,000 L\/h as the top of the adjustable range rather than a fixed output — actual in-tank flow at any given setting also depends on rock placement and how the pump is aimed, as with any powerhead.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSuitable for, and not suitable for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSuited to marine and reef tanks needing strong, broad circulation — SPS-dominant and mixed reef displays in particular, where even flow across the whole display matters more than a single strong jet. Not designed for freshwater use, and not a substitute for a return pump — the ReefWave circulates within the display, it doesn't move water through a sump or filter.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCare and maintenance\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe impeller cage should come off for a citric acid soak whenever coralline growth is visible — a clogged cage reduces flow well before it looks obviously blocked. The genuine ReefWave 45 cage set (Red Sea part R35246) is the replacement part if a cage cracks or wears out.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSafety\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMains-powered via the included power supply — run it through an RCD-protected circuit and keep a drip loop on the cable before it reaches any power point or power board. Flow this strong can also be a hazard to slow-swimming or flow-sensitive livestock (fry, seahorses, some anemones) if aimed directly at them — position and aim accordingly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"\/products\/red-sea-reefwave-25-45-pump-extention-cable-2metres\"\u003eReefWave 25\/45 extension cable\u003c\/a\u003e for longer controller runs, and the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/red-sea-reefwave-45-cage-set\"\u003eReefWave 45 cage set\u003c\/a\u003e to keep on hand for servicing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWarranty and delivery\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCovered by Red Sea's manufacturer warranty, in addition to your consumer guarantee rights under Australian Consumer Law. Ships as a standard parcel item.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWill one ReefWave 45 cover my whole tank?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eRed Sea rates it for tanks up to 200 cm (6 ft) in length. On longer displays, most reefers run two units — one at each end — rather than relying on a single pump to cover the full length.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eCan I run it without connecting to Wi-Fi?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — it will keep running its last saved program from the onboard controller without a network connection. Wi-Fi and the ReefBeat app are needed for scheduling, remote changes and feed mode.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eDoes it work in a freshwater tank?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eRed Sea markets the ReefWave range for marine and reef use. It isn't marketed or rated for freshwater applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHow is this different from a standard powerhead?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eA standard powerhead pushes a single jet of flow. The ReefWave's gyre design spreads the same total flow across a wider area in broad sheets, which is closer to how current moves over a natural reef.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"RedSea","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54774158295331,"sku":"RED619","price":575.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0972\/7236\/5347\/files\/RED619_2.jpg?v=1772078759","url":"https:\/\/nicksaquariumoceanariumterrarium.com.au\/products\/red-sea-reefwave-45-15000lph","provider":"Nicks Aquarium Oceanarium Terrarium","version":"1.0","type":"link"}