Fish room air pumps

[RickMay1]

I'm looking for some recommendations for a central air pump that would handle around 20 outlets with room to grow. I would like to keep it under $150.00 and It needs to be quiet.

Does anyone have any experience with the DAPMH20 or 30 or other models of the Diaphragm Air Pumps on Jehmco or other pumps?

[LizStreithorst]

The 20 won't allow for expansion. If you go for a diaphragm pump I would choose the 30.

Personally, I would spend the extra bucks and go for a linear pump. That's what I did. They last forever with no maintenance except for changing the filter every few months. The LPH45 is on sale for less than $200. It's the one I have. It is so close to silent that you mostly hear bubbles.

Another option would be to look for used Medo pumps on E bay. Medo is the pump that Jehmco uses for their linear pumps. I can tell you how to set them up to avoid the sound of vibration. They are usually around $40. each. The ones I used to use were rated for 20 outlets. I still keep mine, just in case. Al used to use these pumps. I know because a long time ago he offered some for sale on the fourm. He must have bought something else.

I would call Jehmco and talk to the owner. He is as honest as I am. He won't suggest you buy something that is not right for your set-up.

[CliffsDiscus]

I use the LP80 good for 80 plus tanks, so maybe a smaller would work out. Also I bought the diaphragm
replacement at the same time, the reason once the
diaphragm is out there is no air , unlike piston type
pump where the pressure is just less.

Cliff