Backyard Aquaponics
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Shopping around for a bigger pump. Got an active aqua 800gph at 70W and Im looking to double the output. So is it better to get another one making consumption 140W or is there a pump out there that would make more sense. Here is the criteria:

Affordable price for purchas: ($75-$150)
Available in US
1600gph at 6' head at least
Considerably less usage than 140W
Dependable brand

Recommendations???

Looked at Eco line which seem to have mixed reviews on dependability...

Pershing

I recomend the Rio Hyperflow 26HF. Ive got one and I swear by it.
http://www.amazon.com/Rio-26HF-HyperFlo ... erflow+26h
Stats:
1590gph
110 watts




0cm Head Height 6600l/h

30cm Head Height 6040l/h

120cm Head Height 5130l/h

180cm Head Height 4330l/h

Max Head Height 400cm

Cut and paste..

The Rio Hyper Flow delivers high performance at an affordable price. This compact, highly efficient pump uses Neopower magnetic vortex rotor blade technology to pump more gallons per watt than any same-size external pumps. Rare-earth compounds pack power into a neatly compact pump. Cool and efficient operation keeps energy costs low. The ceramic shaft offers strength and resistance to corrosion. High-impact plastic construction makes Rio Hyper Flow durable and reliable. The Rio Hyper Flow is fully submersible and offers the best-performance water pump on the market.

I just use the ones from lowes. I think I have 2 of the 2500 gallon per hour one's. No problem with either of them. Good pump, I recommend them.