VorTech MP20 Propeller Pump

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Ideally suited for aquariums smaller than 70 gallons, the MP20 produces unmatched broad yet gentle flow while placing the motor outside the tank—preserving the beauty of your aquarium and enhancing the health of your tank’s ecosystem.

With all the electrical components outside the aquarium and a variety of easy-to-program modes, the VorTech is the safest, most versatile pump on the market. And, if your tank needs to grow, the MP20 can be upgraded to an MP40w ES—providing you wireless communication between your pumps and even more functionality and flow with EcoSmart. The MP20 is not available with EcoSmart but can be upgraded.

Operational Modes

Operational Modes

Feed Mode – Slows down your pump for 10 minutes to allow you to feed your aquarium.

Constant Speed Mode – The pump runs at a constant speed you set based on your aquarium’s specific needs.

Reef Crest Mode – Automatically simulates the high-energy conditions of a natural reef crest environment.

Lagoon Mode – Automatically simulates a calmer, lagoon reef environment.

Short Pulse Mode – Allows for wave pulse timings between 0.3 and two seconds, enabling the creation of FAST alternating flow throughout the tank.

Long Pulse Mode – Allows for wave pulse timings of between two seconds and 60 seconds, enabling the creation of slow alternating flow throughout the tank.

Night Mode – Enables the pump to operate for 14 hours in whichever mode is selected for the day and go back to Night Mode for 10 hours.

Pump Disconnect – Automatically shuts down the system if the wet and dry sides become separated.

Specifications

Specifications

Flow: 500-2000 gallons per hour
Power Consumption: 6-18 watts
Maximum Motor Temperature: 30-40 degrees Celsius
Aquarium Wall Thickness Range: 3/16”-3/4”
Appropriate Tank Size Range: 30-70 gallons
Dimensions: Wet Side- 3” diameter by 2.25” long; Dry Side- 3” diameter by 2.25” long
Clearance Needed Behind Aquarium: 3”