Collection: Pumps & Plumbing

Match Flow to Your System

Different jobs need different pumps. A return pump has to clear your overflow's turnover; in-tank circulation should turn reef water many times over per hour; freshwater setups usually need far less. Getting the pairing right keeps a system quiet, efficient, and stable.

Categories

• Return pumps — quiet DC and dependable AC pumps for sump-fed and all-in-one tanks.
• Powerheads and wavemakers — adjustable flow for reef aquascapes and dead-spot elimination.
• Air pumps — reliable aeration for sponge filters, air stones, and skimmers.
• Plumbing — bulkheads, unions, ball valves, flexible tubing, and modular return nozzles.

Buy your return pump to your overflow's rated flow rather than the highest gallons-per-hour figure — headroom you can throttle down beats a pump that overwhelms your drain. Plan the plumbing before you buy so every fitting and diameter lines up. Need help sizing a pump? Email info@jlaquatics.com.