5/4/2023 0 Comments Wavemaker for reef tankThe mounting piece on the inside of the tank has a socket like impression that receives the ball shaped end of the wavemaker. I never trust suction cups alone, but with the addition of magnets, this wavemaker has never fallen free or otherwise moved. On either side of the glass (or other mounting wall) are suction cup mounts supplemented with magnets. I alluded to this in the specifications KPS acronymned their patented mount DMSS, which stands for Dual Magnet Support System. On first glance, the KPS wavemaker looks like any standard power head, but it has an ingenious mount that is secure and gives a high range of mounting positions. Physical Setup and of the Hydor Aqamai KPS Wavemaker: Cord from Power Converter to Wall Plug: 17.7″ (45 cm) Long.Cord from Controller Puck to Power Converter: 37″ (94 cm) Long.(2) Cords/Connectors from Controller Puck: 5.5″ (14 cm) Long.Cord from Head to Controller Puck: 75″ (190 cm) Long.Outside Magnet: 1.8″ (46 mm) Diameter 0.51″ (13 mm) depth (from wall).Wavemaker Head: 1.9″ (48 mm) Diameter 2.1″ (53 mm) wide at cord entrance 2.6″ (67 mm) Long (from wall to end – including mount).There might be some variation between the unit I purchased and others. As always, I measure to the nearest mm as best I can and convert to inches. Here are the dimensions of the Aqamai KPS wavemaker and accessories. Accessories included: (2) adhesive cable clips, (1) cable protector, (1) screw (to mount the control puck).These flow ‘sets’ can be saved, modified, and swapped. Unique flow patterns and intensities can be programmed for each 30 minute interval of a 24 hour day.Six flow patterns to choose from: Constant, Wave, Smooth, Random, Feed, Night.Listed power consumption of 4-10 watts.Patented DMSS (Dual Magnet Support System) – I’ll describe more later. ![]() Interface is through WiFi (not bluetooth) and when setup, allows control remote (away from your home network). Setup and control through your smartphone through the Aqamai App.Recommended for aquariums sized 10-50 gallon.However, the unit itself is AC (alternating current) with a standard wall plug.īetween the wall plug and the wavemaker is an AC/DC power brick and the ‘hub’ (I’ll call it the control puck) that contains the wireless controller. The wavemaker itself has a DC (direct current) motor, which allows variable speed operation. The Hydor Aquamai KPS Wavemaker is specifically targeted for smaller (10-50 gallon ) reef aquariums. Aqamai KPS Specifications and Dimensions: Today, that typically means with a smart phone app or internet interface. Ideally, control of these flow capabilities will be by a graphical interface. The adjustable flow capabilities of a ‘Wavemaker’ are very desirable – it allows you to tailor the flow patterns and intensity to your tank and inhabitants. A wavemaker is different from a powerhead in that it has capabilities to vary the speed of the pump to produce different flow patterns that you don’t get from a constant speed device. I consider a powerhead as a constant speed recirculating pump that is placed in the display section of your tank. “Powerhead” and “wavemaker” are interchangeable terms for similar devices. In function, you can think of it as an underwater desk fan. These typically attach to the aquarium glass or walls with a suction cup. “Powerheads” as I’m describing here take on the form factor of a motor and impeller housed in a cage, all submersed. Additional powerhead(s) can be added to circulate water and produce additional flow. ![]() Certain corals and other saltwater critters may need additional flow other than what is provided from the return pump(s). Overview of Saltwater Power heads / Wavemakers:įlow is an important part of any aquarium, but it can be especially important in a Saltwater tank when trying to make a habitat for various kinds of corals. In this review, I will discuss it’s features, setup, and pros/cons of this programmable wavemaker. ![]() I’ve had it in use for about a year It’s been a huge asset to our tank with only a few small negatives. In shopping around, I discovered the Aqamai KPS Wavemaker, and it has been an almost perfect addition to our nano. It has some great features and offers all the capabilities I could ever want, but at a price of $300 USD, this unit would have blown the project budget. The gold standard in programmable wave makers is the EcoTech Vortex MP10. In order to provide flexibility in flow (both in rate and variable patterns), I wanted to get a wavemaker of some sort. When setting up our EVO 13.5, I kept a mindful eye on a budget, but still wanted to go ahead and get all components in place to raise future coral additions.
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