{"product_id":"sobo-ap900-battery-dc-backup-air-pump","title":"SOBO AP900 Battery DC Backup Air Pump","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSOBO AP900 Battery DC Backup Air Pump\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe SOBO AP900 Battery DC Backup Air Pump\u003c\/strong\u003e is a battery-powered emergency air pump that adds oxygen to your aquarium water when the mains supply is cut. It suits fishkeepers who want a safety net for their fish during power outages and load shedding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAutomatically supplies air to the water when the AC power supply is cut off, to help protect your fish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSenses the AC power status by itself, so there is nothing to switch on when the power fails\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStays idle while the AC supply is normal, so it only works when it is needed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRuns on 2x D-cell batteries, so it works independently of the mains\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRated at 2L\/M\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow It Works\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhen the AC power supply is normal, the pump does not run.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhen the AC power supply is cut off, the pump starts automatically and adds oxygen to the water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note that this pump does not run off AC power. It runs on battery power only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFit 2x D-cell batteries (sold separately).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeave the pump in place as your standby. It senses the AC power status automatically and starts when the supply is cut.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAquarium owners who want a backup oxygen source during power cuts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFishkeepers in areas with load shedding or unreliable mains power\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone who wants a standby air pump alongside their usual mains-powered aeration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: AP-900 DC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower supply: 2x 1.5V\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBatteries: 2x D-cell (sold separately)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAirflow: 2L\/M\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower source: battery only, does not run off AC power\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOperation: automatic, based on AC power status\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1x SOBO AP900 Battery DC Backup Air Pump\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eD-cell batteries are not included and are sold separately\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the AP900 run on mains power?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nNo. This pump does not run off AC power. It operates on battery power only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhich batteries does it need?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nIt uses 2x D-cell batteries (1.5V each). They are sold separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need to switch it on when load shedding starts?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nNo. The pump senses the AC power status by itself. It starts automatically when the AC supply is cut off.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill it run all the time alongside my normal air pump?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nNo. While the AC power supply is normal, the pump does not work. It only starts when the AC supply is cut.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use it as my main aquarium air pump?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nIt is designed as a backup pump that provides oxygen when the AC supply is cut off, not as a replacement for a mains-powered pump.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the airflow rating?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe pump is rated at 2L\/M.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"RSK REEF","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39288162943030,"sku":"6925394820499","price":160.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0151\/9016\/3510\/products\/SOBO-AP900-DC-Auto-Battery-Air-Pump-oxygen-supply-aquarium-automatic-backup.jpg?v=1743756180","url":"https:\/\/jungleaquatics.com\/products\/sobo-ap900-battery-dc-backup-air-pump","provider":"Jungle Aquatics Pet Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}