DogTailRed2
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I like Tetra APS150 air pumps because they are quiet. I'm running four on my Juwel 450.
Trouble is they don't last very long. I maybe get 18 months before they get noisy, and I have to replace the diaphragms. After another 12 they are pretty much worn out. Flow is much reduced and they
develop a persistent buzzing. Probably have to replace each pump around three years.
Is this the going rate for an air pump? Which ones do you use and how long between service or replacement.
My criteria is noise. They have to be so quiet to be barely audible in my living room.
Thanks.
Trouble is they don't last very long. I maybe get 18 months before they get noisy, and I have to replace the diaphragms. After another 12 they are pretty much worn out. Flow is much reduced and they
develop a persistent buzzing. Probably have to replace each pump around three years.
Is this the going rate for an air pump? Which ones do you use and how long between service or replacement.
My criteria is noise. They have to be so quiet to be barely audible in my living room.
Thanks.