Tetra APS Aquarium Air Pumps

Tetra APS Aquarium Air Pumps

Tetra APS Aquarium Air Pumps are external aquarium air pumps that deliver reliable, adjustable aeration to air stones, filters and similar devices. They are made for fishkeepers who want steady airflow with low operating volume, and the range covers small tanks up to large set-ups.

Key Benefits

• Durable, high-quality diaphragm that provides a high flow rate, whichever model you choose
• Adjustable flow rate, so you can control the air sent to devices such as air stones or filters
• Low-volume operation, with noise suppression chambers inside the pump to cut down on sound
• Anti-vibration rubber feet that absorb noise and eradicate vibration
• Compact, modern design that sits neatly beside the aquarium
• Five models to match tanks from 10 litres to 600 litres

How to Use

• This is an external pump. Place it on a flat surface outside the tank, where it sits on its rubber feet.
• Use the adjustable flow rate to set the airflow to the air stone, filter or other device you are running.

Suitable For

• Freshwater and general aquarium set-ups that need aeration through air stones
• Air-driven filters and other devices that need an adjustable air supply
• Tanks from 10 litres (2.6 gal) up to 600 litres (158.5 gal), depending on the model

Specifications

• APS50: Tank size 10 – 60 litres (2.6 – 15.9 gal) | Max pumping rate 50 lph | Power 2.0 W
• APS100: Tank size 50 – 100 litres (13.2 – 26.4 gal) | Max pumping rate 100 lph | Power 2.5 W
• APS150: Tank size 80 – 150 litres (21.1 – 39.6 gal) | Max pumping rate 150 lph | Power 3.1 W
• APS300: Tank size 120 – 300 litres (31.7 – 79.3 gal) | Max pumping rate 300 lph | Power 4.5 W
• APS400: Tank size 250 – 600 litres (66.0 – 158.5 gal) | Max pumping rate 400 lph | Power 4.5 W

Available Sizes

Available in APS50, APS100, APS150, APS300 and APS400.

Important Note on Noise

"Silent" here means the pump runs more quietly than many competing models. It does not mean completely silent, and some operating noise is normal for an air pump. Claims about noise will not be accepted if the pump is not entirely silent.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I choose the right model for my tank?
Match your tank volume to the tank size range for each model. The APS50 suits 10 – 60 litres, the APS100 50 – 100 litres, the APS150 80 – 150 litres, the APS300 120 – 300 litres and the APS400 250 – 600 litres.

Does the pump go inside the aquarium?
No. It is an external pump designed to sit on a flat surface outside the tank.

Can I adjust the airflow?
Yes. The adjustable flow rate lets you control the air delivered to devices such as air stones or filters.

Is this air pump completely silent?
No. It is designed to be quiet, with noise suppression chambers and anti-vibration rubber feet, but some operating noise is normal.

What is the maximum pumping rate of each model?
The APS50 delivers up to 50 lph, the APS100 100 lph, the APS150 150 lph, the APS300 300 lph and the APS400 400 lph.

How much power do these pumps use?
The APS50 is rated at 2.0 W, the APS100 at 2.5 W and the APS150 at 3.1 W. The APS300 and APS400 are both rated at 4.5 W.

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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