Product Review - Koralia Water Pumps
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Product Review - Koralia Water Pumps
Seems like everybody these days is catching on to the new Wave in water circulation technology, Koralia Pumps. Made by Hydor, a trusted name in reef aquarium equipment, these little pumps have quite a few advantages over standard powerheads.
Everyone knows that proper water flow, is vital to a saltwater reef aquarium. Corals are fragile creatures that need just the right conditions to thrive in a fish tank setting. Technology like this makes it possible to successfully keep many types of coral alive, that were considered difficult or impossible just a few years ago.
So what makes this little pump so special?
A New water circulation option.
The use of a powerhead is the easiest way to improve water movement in an aquarium. However, conventional powerheads are rigid and direct water in a limited fashion. The submersible Hydor Koralia propeller pump offers expanded water circulation options.
- This dynamic circulation pump directs vital water movement to areas of your aquarium never possible with conventional powerheads. The secret is its special magnetic base and articulating ball joint system. This allows a full, 360-degree range of movement to revitalize hard-to-access “dead spots” in your aquarium.
- Its patented propeller design generates water flow that is both powerful and delicate, making the Koralia a great choice for any aquarium, especially reef aquariums. In addition, they are put out a large wave as opposed to a small stream, like most other powerheads.
- Best of all, these units boast extremely low energy consumption, for virtually no heat transfer. Imagine, 400 gph at just 3.5 watts for the Nano model. Even more incredible is the new Magnum 8 which uses a mere 19 watts but is caplable of producing an amazing 3,250 gph.
See the entire line of Koralia Pumps at Drs. Foster & Smith
The Maine Reef Review
We have been using Koralias on our Maine Reef display Tank for over a year now, and I have to say, I am very pleased with the dependability and performance. Here are a few features that I believe make it worth the money.
- Easy access for cleaning and maintenance. With these powerheads you can easily see if the pump is clogged or that the impellor is running. No more guessing if your powerhead is working.
- Low power consumption makes the hobby more affordable, and sustainable.
- Rugged magnet mount. No need to worry about failed suction cups here. Stick it wherever you want and point it wherever you want.
- Large gentle wave flow. My coral loves it!
- Will run on a wavemaker. I have found that many powerheads just don’t like to start and stop.
All in all, I think this is a great, reliable product, and would highly recommend them for both novice and experienced aquariests alike.
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Reader Comments
I have used these, and the similar-looking Tunze models, in my aquarium and have found one significant drawback: the entire pump must be removed to clean the grate. My aquarium suffers from bubble algae, and the bubble pieces get plastered to the outside grid. Unlike the old-style powerheads with a removable intake grid, that could be pulled off while the pump stayed in place, these newer models must be unplugged and hauled out just to get algae and detritus off the grid. Also, amazingly, I had a snail climb inside one of these (as there is not much blocking the front of the powerhead) and get killed by the propeller.