In a reef aquarium, having the perfect amount of flow and water movement is crucial to the health of your animals, as well as the overall success of the tank. Â With the VorTech Quiet Drive, choosing the proper water circulation equipment has never been more simple. Â VorTech pumps are designed by aquarists to be the standard in wave-making technology.
Key features:
- Create massive water movement – Adjustable flow rates with included controller allow you to dial in a setting that is tailored to your aquarium
- No hot spots – With its broad flow pattern, the VorTech QuietDrive eliminates “flow hot spots”
- Three-dimensional flow – A unique patented design is unrivaled in creating three-dimensional flow conditions and gyres
- Comprehensive flow modes – 12 different flow modes allow you to choose the best setting for happy corals and fish
- Ultra low-profile design – With its patented design, the VorTech QuietDrive is the least visually obtrusive pump on the market
- Safe – No electrical components in the aquarium greatly reduces the risk of electrical shock to you or your animals.
Specifications:
- Flow: 4,500+ gph
- Power Consumption: 9 to 38 Watts
- Max Glass Thickness: 0.75″
- Tank Range: 50-500+ gallons
- Dryside Dimensions: 3″ Diameter, 2.25″ Height
- Wetside Dimensions: 3″ Diameter, 3″ Height
- Clearance Needed Behind Aquarium: 2.5″
What’s Included?
VorTech QuietDrive Pump, QuietDrive driver/controller, Spacer, Mounting hardware kit, Power supply
Vortech QD modes
VorTech QuietDrive Quick Compare | |||||
Pump | Wireless? | Max Flow Rate | Tank Size | Maxiumum Tank Thickness | Power Consumption |
MP10QD | No | 1,500+ GPH | 2.5 to 50+ gallons | 0.375 inches (9.5mm) | 8 to 18 watts |
MP10wQD | Yes | 1,500+ GPH | 2.5 to 50+ gallons | 0.375 inches (9.5mm) | 8 to 18 watts |
MP40wQD | Yes | 4,500+ GPH | 50 to 500+ gallons | 0.75 inches (19mm) | 9 to 38 watts |
MP60wQD | Yes | 7,500+ GPH | 120 to 1,000+ gallons | 0.375 to 1.00 inches (9.5 to 26mm) | 10 to 60 watts |