WhiteShark Posted February 5, 2009 Share Posted February 5, 2009 I found this item on ebay. Looks like its basically a rip off of the vortech MP20 but I'm not 100% sure b/c I don't have an MP20. Can anyone who has one advise? http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewI...mMakeTrack=true Link to comment
UncleLuke Posted February 5, 2009 Share Posted February 5, 2009 ""The small-medium-large waves change automatically in turn to recreate natural wave seen in rivers."" haha, love it! Link to comment
WhiteShark Posted February 5, 2009 Author Share Posted February 5, 2009 Yeah I'm not sure if they know how to describe the thing correctly...lol...But if you are able to set up the pulses so that they can mimic a wave motion the thing is "supposed" to put out 3,300 gph (max). I was toying with the idea of getting a vortech but there is no way I'm gonna spend $300.00+ on a power head (even if it is that nice). I would consider this thing though...If it were to work. Link to comment
bonsaidarrell Posted February 5, 2009 Share Posted February 5, 2009 I'd say it was more of a Tunze rip off. One of the big advantages of the VorTech is that the motor is outside of the tank, which results in less heat transfer. This appears to have the motor submersed. Assuming it is reliable, it does appear to be a good value, though. Link to comment
WhiteShark Posted February 5, 2009 Author Share Posted February 5, 2009 I'd say it was more of a Tunze rip off. One of the big advantages of the VorTech is that the motor is outside of the tank, which results in less heat transfer. This appears to have the motor submersed. Assuming it is reliable, it does appear to be a good value, though. Yeah I already have 2 power heads submersed in my tank as is. If I were to put this thing in I'd take out those 2 power heads so I figure the heat issue wouldn't be more than what I already have. Link to comment
ddr_phish Posted February 5, 2009 Share Posted February 5, 2009 I don't think it'll fit american plugs... Link to comment
WhiteShark Posted February 5, 2009 Author Share Posted February 5, 2009 If you look at one of the pictures close up it appears to have a 120V plug that is just not grounded...An investment in a GFCI may be a good idea on that note. Link to comment
nanoty Posted February 5, 2009 Share Posted February 5, 2009 I just ordered 3. Yeah not really. If I had $100 laying around I would try it though. Link to comment
UncleLuke Posted February 5, 2009 Share Posted February 5, 2009 no way I'm gonna spend $300.00+ on a power headk. Obviously you don't know what a Vortech is/seen one in action. </thread> Link to comment
BKtomodachi Posted February 5, 2009 Share Posted February 5, 2009 The vortech is that good. Link to comment
Tony Posted February 5, 2009 Share Posted February 5, 2009 I love my Vortech MP20 worth every penny. Not to say that that pump would be bad but when it comes to the cheap asian pumps like that the old saying "you get what you pay for" seams to apply in most cases. Even if the pump works perfectly if something stupid like the magnet mount or prop breaks how are you going to replace the part or do you have to spend another $60 + shipping for a new pump? Link to comment
WhiteShark Posted February 5, 2009 Author Share Posted February 5, 2009 Obviously you don't know what a Vortech is/seen one in action. </thread> Oh, I've seen them work and they look awesome...Still not gonna spend $300.00 on it though...lol Now if someone wants to sell me a used one for around $150.00 then we can talk...haha Link to comment
nanoty Posted February 5, 2009 Share Posted February 5, 2009 Oh, I've seen them work and they look awesome...Still not gonna spend $300.00 on it though...lol Now if someone wants to sell me a used one for around $150.00 then we can talk...haha ^^ that Link to comment
ddr_phish Posted February 5, 2009 Share Posted February 5, 2009 Whos gonna be the Guinea Pig and order one of these bad boys? Link to comment
WhiteShark Posted February 5, 2009 Author Share Posted February 5, 2009 If its still around when I get my tax refund I might... Link to comment
05XRunner Posted February 5, 2009 Share Posted February 5, 2009 Oh, I've seen them work and they look awesome...Still not gonna spend $300.00 on it though...lol Now if someone wants to sell me a used one for around $150.00 then we can talk...haha I am with you...$300 for 1 freaking powerhead..I dont care how good it is..its just a powerhead Link to comment
WhiteShark Posted February 5, 2009 Author Share Posted February 5, 2009 I am with you...$300 for 1 freaking powerhead..I dont care how good it is..its just a powerhead Exactly...I mean I want my fish to be happy but I'm not gonna shell out that kinda money for just a wave effect when I can put 2 or 3 powerheads in there and accomplish a similar effect for 1/2 the price. Link to comment
Shoot Me_I Explode Posted February 6, 2009 Share Posted February 6, 2009 From the ebay page. All of our products come with 3 month warranty. Ya, you get a 3 month warranty plus paying shipping from China should anything go wrong with the pump. After that you’re on your own. I have two Vortech’s and love them. Your not just paying for the Vortech’s, your also paying for the customer support and service Ecotech provides. I did not give it a second though paying for my Vortech’s knowing Ecotech is there to take my phone calls should anything go wrong or whose employees browse the reefcentral forums daily answering questions. In the end you get what you pay for. Link to comment
Tony Posted February 6, 2009 Share Posted February 6, 2009 If you have a 75 gallon tank you would not be spending 300 on the MP20 because it will be too small, you would need to pay the cost of the MP40 for a tank that size. Link to comment
WhiteShark Posted February 7, 2009 Author Share Posted February 7, 2009 If you have a 75 gallon tank you would not be spending 300 on the MP20 because it will be too small, you would need to pay the cost of the MP40 for a tank that size. If Calvins 12 footer (135gallon I believe) uses an MP20 (and it performs well in his tank), I think it'll be fine for my 75....lol Plus the MP20 is slated for 70 gallon...I doubt 5 extra gallons will do much of a difference... Still not paying $300.00 for a powerhead though...lol Link to comment
mlivvy Posted February 8, 2009 Share Posted February 8, 2009 this is dope.. lol.. 3D wave stream! http://cgi.ebay.com/Sunsun-JVP-201B-Dual-P...id=p4634.c0.m14 Link to comment
adolfo425 Posted February 8, 2009 Share Posted February 8, 2009 Wouldn't mind checking this power head out but need to wait on some funds. Adolfo Link to comment
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