SOBO SB-960 Portable Battery Aquarium Air Pump

SOBO SB-960 Portable Battery Aquarium Air Pump

The SOBO SB-960 Portable Battery Aquarium Air Pump is a compact, battery-operated air pump that keeps oxygen and airflow moving through your aquarium water when the power goes out. It also suits fishkeepers who transport fish or need a dependable backup aerator for a temporary tank.

Key Benefits

• Provides oxygenation and airflow to aquarium water for up to 24 hours on battery power, making it a useful backup during extended power outages and load shedding.
• Delivers a maximum flow rate of 2 litres per minute.
• Compact, portable and battery-operated, so it works anywhere without a wall socket.
• Handy for aerating water while travelling with fish.
• Useful for aerating a separate quarantine tank while you clean, refill or carry out maintenance on your main aquarium.

Suitable For

• Backup aeration in a home aquarium during extended power outages.
• Travelling with fish.
• Temporary or quarantine tanks used while the main aquarium is being cleaned, refilled or maintained.

Specifications

• Model: SB-960
• Power source: batteries (not included)
• Maximum flow rate: 2 litres per minute
• Run time: up to 24 hours

What's Included

• 1 x SOBO SB-960 Portable Battery Aquarium Air Pump
• Batteries are not included

Frequently Asked Questions

How long can the SOBO SB-960 run on batteries?
It can provide oxygenation and airflow for up to 24 hours.

What is the maximum airflow?
The maximum flow rate is 2 litres per minute.

Are batteries included?
No. Batteries are not included, so you will need to supply your own before use.

Can I use it during load shedding or a power outage?
Yes. It is designed as a backup that keeps air moving through your aquarium water during extended power outages.

Can I use it when travelling with fish?
Yes. Its compact, portable, battery-powered design makes it a good option for aerating water while you transport fish.

Can it aerate a quarantine or temporary tank?
Yes. It can be used to aerate fish held in a separate tank while you clean, refill or carry out maintenance on your main aquarium.

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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