[Poseidon]

In the interest of saving some wattage, and increasing flow volume to the tank, I am going to re-plumb my tank and basement sump. I currently run a single Iwaki 70RLT to drive my skimmer (MRC MR-2), my chiller, (Only a small amount of flow) and my return to the tank. So far it works very well, but most of the flow is going to the skimmer, with only a small portion going to the tank.

What I would like to do is run the skimmer on its own pump, and put the return on its own pump too. I have an extra Blueline 55 that is just sitting around doing nothing at the moment, and my original plan was to add another "55" whether it be a Blueline or an Iwaki, I really didn't care. Anyway, while I was searching I came across these "Poseidon" pumps, so I searched around for a review or two, and I found an article where Steven Pro mentioned the pumps. The only thing he really noted was how HOT the pumps run. Has anyone had any chance to follow up with these? Does the temp of the pump make its way into the tank water? So far I like what I have read about these, and the price is certainly right, as I could sell my 70 and 55 and buy 2 matching Poseidon pumps, and still have some cash left over for something else....

Thanks for making it all the way to the end of my LONG post....
-Mike

BTW here is a picture of my current sump set-up:

[Blennie]

I have 2 of these pumps. they do run very hot, and do dump lots of heat into your tank. the plus side is they are very very quiet and they have a auto shut-off if they go dry.


Formerly known as the "Velocity Water Pump"


Poseidon is the world's quietest and only titanium centrifugal pumps. Poseidon Water Pumps feature sealless/leakproof designs and are made with noryl housings and impeller, titanium or stainless rotor and separating wall, ceramic bearing ball, carbon graphite bearing cap and EPDM o-ring.

The Poseidon Series water pumps are highly energy efficient and ultra-quiet (less than 30 db). They are high performance and feature “Dry Run Cutout” with thermal switch for added safety. They are rated for temperatures to 140° F and line pressures to 50 psi.

Designed for all saltwater applications. All Poseidon Titanium Water Pumps come equipped with mounting bracket, and 18/3 SJTWA 6’ power cord.

Specifications:
Input: 3/4" MPT
Output: 3/4"MPT
0' Head: 800GPH
5' Head: 675GPH

10' Head: 570GPH