{"product_id":"ecotech-marine-vortech-quietdrive-propeller-pump-mp40wqd","title":"EcoTech Marine VorTech QuietDrive Propeller Pump MP40WQD","description":"\n\u003c!---Item 93043 - KEEP - Scientific name 3865---\u003e\n\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ctable cellpadding=\"4\" cellspacing=\"0\" border=\"0\"\u003e\n     \u003ctr valign=\"top\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"verdana75pt\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e*\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t  \u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"verdana75pt\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Advanced 4,500+ gph propeller pump for creating massive aquarium water movement \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n     \u003c\/tr\u003e\n     \u003ctr valign=\"top\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"verdana75pt\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e*\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t  \u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"verdana75pt\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e QuietDrive technology boasts quiet operation while providing a wider range of water movement modes \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n     \u003c\/tr\u003e\n     \u003ctr valign=\"top\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"verdana75pt\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e*\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t  \u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"verdana75pt\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Mobius compatible propeller pump allows wireless control from your computer or mobile device with free Mobius app for iOS and Android devices \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n     \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eProfessional grade 4,500+ gph aquarium circulation pump boasts QuietDrive technology for an overall performance boost! The EcoTech Marine VorTech QuietDrive Propeller Pump MP40WQD features enhanced noise reduction and efficient performance for superior aquarium water movement. Sleek driver design, easy-to-use controls, wave speed control dial and illuminated LED interface make custom precision flow settings effortless.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe EcoTech Marine VorTech QuietDrive Propeller Pump MP40WQD features 6+ continuous operational modes, including new Gyre Mode for impressive water movement. Signature bracket-free design with magnetic coupling places the motor outside the aquarium. The result is the smallest in-tank footprint that delivers powerful yet gentle three-dimensional flow patterns in multiple controllable modes for the ultimate reef experience.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\"w\" denominated VorTech QuietDrive Propeller Pump MP40WQD comes with Mobius firmware installed, allowing up to 8 wirelessly-enabled (\"w\") pumps of any type to work together in sync, anti-sync, or in coordinated modes. All \"w\" denominated VorTech pumps are compatible Mobius.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eVorTech and Vectra Pumps now come with Mobius firmware onboard. The free iOS and Android app offer a significantly improved user experience through direct control and programming of Mobius enabled devices. Mobius will improve equipment performance and end the need for an internet Wi-Fi-to-RF bridge (the Reeflink). This is the next development milestone in the Mobius control platform.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEnjoy wireless control of your VorTech EcoSmart QuietDrive MP40WQD from your mobile device with free Mobius iOS and Android app.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUpgrade your VorTech EcoSmart\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nVorTech EcoSmart owners, upgrade your VorTech pump with the benefits of the QuietDrive technology! EcoTech Marine VorTech QuietDrive Upgrade sold separately (LA# 93046).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c!---\u003ch3\u003eVorTech MP10 QD Propeller Pump\u003c\/h3\u003e\nFlow: 200 to 1,500 gph\u003cbr\u003e\nWattage: 8-18 watts\u003cbr\u003e\nMaximum Aquarium Wall Thickness: 3\/8\"\u003cbr\u003e\nTank Size Range: 2-1\/2 to 50+ gallons\u003cbr\u003e\nDimensions: Wet Side-2-1\/2\" diameter by 1-1\/2\" long; Dry Side-2-1\/2\" diameter by 2\" long\u003cbr\u003e\nClearance Needed Behind Aquarium: 2-1\/4\"\u003c\/p\u003e---\u003e\n\n\u003c!---\u003cp\u003e\u003ch3\u003eVorTech MP10w QD Propeller Pump\u003c\/h3\u003e\nFlow: 200 to 1,500 gph\nWattage: 8-18 watts\u003cbr\u003e\nMaximum Aquarium Wall Thickness: 3\/8\"\u003cbr\u003e\nTank Size Range: 2-1\/2 to 50+ gallons\u003cbr\u003e\nDimensions: Wet Side-2-1\/2\" diameter by 1-1\/2\" long; Dry Side-2-1\/2\" diameter by 2\" long\u003cbr\u003e\nClearance Needed Behind Aquarium: 2-1\/4\"\u003c\/p\u003e---\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVorTech MP40w QD Propeller Pump\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlow:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4,500+ gallons per hour\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWattage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9-37 watts\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Aquarium Wall Thickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3\/4\"\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTank Size Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e 50-500+ gallons\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wet Side-3\" diameter by 3\" long; Dry Side-3\" diameter by 2-1\/4\" long\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClearance Needed Behind Aquarium:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3\"\n\n\u003c!---\u003cp\u003e\u003ch3\u003eVorTech MP60w QD Propeller Pump\u003c\/h3\u003e\nFlow: 3,500-7,500 gallons per hour\nWattage: 10-60 watts\u003cbr\u003e\nMaximum Aquarium Wall Thickness Range: 3\/4\"-1\"\u003cbr\u003e\nTank Size Range: 120-51,000+ gallons\u003cbr\u003e\nDimensions: Wet Side-4\" diameter by 3\" long; Dry Side-4\" diameter by 2-3\/4\" long\u003cbr\u003e\nClearance Needed Behind Aquarium: 3.3\"\u003c\/p\u003e---\u003e\n\n\u003c!---MORE INFO---\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eVorTech QuietDrive Modes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLagoon Mode: Lagoonal Random Mode simulates a low-energy lagoon environment. The speed of the pump is changed slowly to recreate the gentle currents of a lagoon.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReef Crest Mode: Reef Crest Random Mode simulates a high-energy reef environment. The pump will change speed frequently and drastically to simulate crashing waves and surging tide. This is a favorite of SPS coral.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGyre Mode: Gyre Mode creates a flow pattern consisting of uniform clockwise and counterclockwise flow levels pulsing at a selected interval between two seconds and two hours.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShort Pulse Mode: Short Pulse Mode creates a flow pattern consisting of uniform high and low flow levels pulsing at a selected interval between 0.2 seconds and two seconds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTidal Swell Mode: Tidal Swell Mode (TSM) creates a harmonic balance reminiscent of the changing flow conditions found in nature. Over the course of several hours, the flow pattern will go from very chaotic to calm, followed by a detritus-clearing surge at the very end of the cycle. The flow direction will change direction every cycle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNutrient Transport Mode: Nutrient Transport Mode (NTM) creates circulation in a two-phase program. The first phase uses wave motion to stir up detritus. The second phase follows with a surging motion to move the detritus into the overflow and out of the aquarium. This mode promotes maximum health, nutrient export and increased growth for sensitive corals such as SPS.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeed Mode: At the touch of a button all VorTech wirelessly enabled pumps will temporarily pause their current mode and idle allowing food to be added to the tank without being cycled into the overflow and filtration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNight Mode: Pumps can be enabled to run a gentler nighttime program simulating calmer ocean conditions for nighttime hours.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWave Auto-Tune: Create a standing wave in your aquarium and demonstrate the true power of the fully operational VorTech QuietDrive control system.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMulti-Pump Communication *1: All \"w\" denominated VorTech pumps come with an RF module installed. The RF module will allow up to 8 \"w\" pumps of any type to work together in sync, anti-sync or coordinated modes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eEnjoy significantly improved user experience *2: Via direct control and programming of Mobius enabled devices with free Mobius iOS and Android app.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eBattery Backup Mode *3: Blizzard. Hurricane. A motorist hits a utility pole. Stuff happens The power goes out... VorTech pumps are compatible with the EcoTech Battery Backup accessory\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e*Requires multiple \"W\" VorTech pumps.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e*Requires free Mobius app and internet connection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e*Requires Battery Backup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eVorTech QuietDrive with Mobius Ready FAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e How will I know if an unopened Vectra or VorTech has ESL or Mobius firmware installed?\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e The VorTech and Vectra products with Mobius firmware preinstalled will have a Mobius sticker on them, indicating their compatibility.\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e What if I purchase an older VorTech with ESL firmware and want to use it on Mobius?\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e You will need to use the legacy product update feature in Mobius when it is available to update the firmware. This process takes about 10 minutes. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e What about VorTech and Vectra pumps that are currently in use on EcoSmart Live accounts?\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e They will be upgraded to Mobius in the future. Depending on the date of manufacture, they may need a firmware update available through the app. Older units may also require an RF module change. To determine whether an existing Vectra or VorTech is compatible, review the product information under the Devices tab in EcoSmart Live.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n","brand":"LiveAquaria","offers":[{"title":"EcoTech Marine VorTech QuietDrive Propeller Pumps: MP10 QD","offer_id":48509094232307,"sku":"93041","price":235.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"MP40w QD","offer_id":48509094265075,"sku":"93043","price":429.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0794\/9497\/1635\/files\/p-93043-80022V_UBLA.jpg?v=1771033186","url":"https:\/\/www.liveaquaria.com\/products\/ecotech-marine-vortech-quietdrive-propeller-pump-mp40wqd","provider":"LiveAquaria","version":"1.0","type":"link"}