SOBO SB-418 AC/DC USB Chargeable Single Outlet Backup Air Pump

SOBO SB-418 AC/DC USB Chargeable Single Outlet Backup Air Pump

The SOBO SB-418 AC/DC USB Chargeable Single Outlet Backup Air Pump is a compact backup air pump that keeps an air stone bubbling when you need a reliable standby air supply. It suits aquarium keepers who want a backup air pump for power cuts or load shedding, or a small portable air supply for fish.

Key Benefits

• USB chargeable, so it can be topped up from a USB power source (power supply not included).
• Runs for approximately 24 hours after being charged, giving you a long stretch of air supply when mains power is unavailable.
• Delivers an air flow of 3 litres per minute at a pressure of 0.015 MPa.
• Single air outlet keeps it simple to set up with one air hose and air stone.
• AC/DC design with a 110-240 V, 50/60 Hz input range.
• Low 1 W power rating.
• Comes with the air hose and cylinder air stone, so the essential air-delivery parts are included.

How to Use

• Charge the pump using the USB connection. A USB power supply is not included.
• Attach the air hose to the single air outlet and fit the cylinder air stone to the other end of the hose.
• Place the air stone in your aquarium and run the pump as your backup air supply.
• After a full USB charge, the pump can work for about 24 hours.

Suitable For

• Aquarium owners who want a standby air source during power outages.
• Fishkeepers who need a small, single-outlet air pump to keep water aerated.
• Anyone who wants a USB-chargeable air pump with a built-in run time of about 24 hours.

Specifications

• Power input: AC 110-240 V, 50/60 Hz
• Power: 1 W
• Output: 3 L/min
• Pressure: 0.015 MPa
• Outlets: single outlet
• Run time after USB charge: approximately 24 hours
• Charging: USB (power supply not included)

What's Included

• 1 x SOBO SB-418 air pump
• 1 x USB
• 1 x air hose
• 1 x cylinder air stone

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does the SB-418 run on a single charge?
It can work for about 24 hours after being charged by USB.

How much air does it produce?
The output is 3 litres per minute at a pressure of 0.015 MPa, delivered through a single outlet.

Does it come with a USB power adapter?
No. The pump is charged via USB, but the USB power supply is not included, so you will need your own USB power source.

What mains voltage does it work with?
The power rating is AC 110-240 V at 50/60 Hz, with a power consumption of 1 W.

Is it useful during load shedding?
It is designed as a backup air pump. Once charged, it can supply air for about 24 hours, which helps keep an air stone running when the mains is off.

Are the air hose and air stone included?
Yes. The pack includes the pump, a USB, one air hose and one cylinder air stone.

When can I expect delivery?

• Gauteng (Jhb/Pta) - 1-3 working days
• Nationwide (Cpt/Dbn+) - 2-5 working days
• Outlying Areas - 3-7 working days

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