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03/30/2015, 06:14 PM
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Ecotech quiet drive lives up to name
Just got two mp40 qd's. They are extremely quiet even at full tilt. Ecotech def has a winner here. I got rid of my old mp40s because of noise and went to tunze. Glad ecotech figured it out. You won't be disappointed if you purchase .
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03/30/2015, 07:10 PM
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Location: Westminster, CO
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They finally came up with something to release my grip on my old school mp pumps.
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Hobby Experience: 9200ish gallons, 26 skimmers, and a handful of Kent Scrapers. Current Tank: Vortech Powered 600G SPS Tank w/ 100gal frag tank & 100g Sump. RK2-RK10 Skimmer. ReefAngel. Radium 20k. |
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03/30/2015, 07:18 PM
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Location: NC
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glad to hear it. ordering mine next week!!!!!!!
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03/30/2015, 08:33 PM
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Location: North Carolina
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Thanks Big for the feedback. I'm considering some driver upgrades for some of my existing Vortechs when they become available.
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03/30/2015, 08:41 PM
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Location: west tennessee
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A lot quieter then old 40's or 10's . Wasn't even sure it was running at first!
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if your 555 Current Tank Info: 120 rr dual overflows, solarflare t5 fixture,octo extreme 200,vortech mp40w esx2. brs reactor for carbon, brs reactor for gfo, 40 gal breeder sump |
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03/30/2015, 09:28 PM
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Join Date: Apr 2010
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Yea I checked mine too after turning on , I was very impressed . Even on pulse or ntm very quiet.
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03/31/2015, 12:03 PM
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Join Date: Aug 2014
Location: Hawaii
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Has anyone tried the upgrade path and used the new driver with existing pumps? I am curious to see how that works out.
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03/31/2015, 12:10 PM
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Location: Madison, MS
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My driver upgrades have been on pre-order since early March. Hopefully won't have to wait much longer.
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20 gal. IM Nuvo Fusion, AI Hydra 26x2, Vortech QD MP10, Sicce 1.0 return pump, Apex Jr |
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03/31/2015, 12:56 PM
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Location: Manchester NH
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03/31/2015, 12:59 PM
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Join Date: Jul 2003
Location: MA
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Yes, very impressed with the MP40QD as well. Like others, I couldn't stand the 40ES so I went with Tunze 6105s. With these QD, I think it solves 95% of the noise issue. I said 95% because while one pump is dead silent, I can still hear the whining of the other one I got. I'll give it some time as everything tend to need a break in time.
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03/31/2015, 02:28 PM
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Join Date: Feb 2009
Location: Hummelstown, PA
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Just hooked one up with a gyre on the other side. I may be selling my gyre. I too had to watch the prop carefully to see if it was running.
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03/31/2015, 03:04 PM
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Join Date: May 2007
Location: Huntsville, AL
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I had tremendous luck with dual 40ES's on my old 120 reef and may get them to replace the Gyre 130 on my current setup. I like the Gyre but the 130 isn't suited to a 48" tank IMHO.
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Joe 210 Gallon; Vortech MP40x2; Maxspect Gyre 280; 2xKessil AP700; Tunze ATO with custom 15 gallon acrylic top off tank; BRS Dual Media Reactor |
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04/01/2015, 12:17 AM
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awesome i just ordered mine can't wait for them to come in... along with my new radion pro
 and reef link and new 93 gallon cube big month for me lol
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04/01/2015, 08:38 AM
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Does the reef link have the same controllability as the wxm?
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05/07/2015, 09:18 AM
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How does the drive make the pumps quieter? This is the part I don't understand.
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05/07/2015, 10:34 AM
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Hmm, you had to post this the day my jabeos are supposed to arrive?
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05/07/2015, 12:33 PM
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Location: Westminster, CO
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Because motors like these make noise when you run them. It is very difficult to make them quiet. They have updated and improved the driver to produce less noise.
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Hobby Experience: 9200ish gallons, 26 skimmers, and a handful of Kent Scrapers. Current Tank: Vortech Powered 600G SPS Tank w/ 100gal frag tank & 100g Sump. RK2-RK10 Skimmer. ReefAngel. Radium 20k. |
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05/07/2015, 12:37 PM
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Another recommendation on the MP-40 QDs. The two I got are dead silent and I run them currently at 70% reefcrest. I've seen some bad reviews on the MP-10 QD, but mostly great for the MP-40s.
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Current Tank Info: LeeMar Rimless (40x24x22), ATI 8x39 Dimmable w/Reefbrite XHO, 2x Vortech MP40w QD w/ Battery Backup, Apex Gold, Trigger Systems Ruby30S, Reef Octopus POV-DC1 w/Auto Waste Collector |
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05/07/2015, 01:20 PM
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I went the upgrade path and even my loudest MP40 WES is now virtually dead silent.
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05/07/2015, 02:08 PM
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Location: Madison, MS
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I got my MP10 and MP40 QD upgrades two days ago. Some difference on the MP10, huge difference on the MP40 (also got the new wetside).
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20 gal. IM Nuvo Fusion, AI Hydra 26x2, Vortech QD MP10, Sicce 1.0 return pump, Apex Jr |
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05/07/2015, 06:00 PM
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Location: ohio
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Glad to hear (or not) that they have address the noise problem. I can hear mine ramp up across my house.
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05/08/2015, 10:51 AM
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05/08/2015, 11:43 AM
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Anyone have a QD 60? If so how are they on noise when ramping? My last Mp60 was quite noisy.
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Fish are not disposable commodities, but a worthwhile investment that can be maintained and enjoyed for many years, providing one is willing to take the time to understand their requirements and needs Current Tank Info: 625g, 220g sump, RD3 230w, Vectra L1 on a closed loop, 3 MP60s, MP40. Several QTs |
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05/08/2015, 12:01 PM
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Join Date: Apr 2006
Location: Stamford, CT
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After grousing and grumbling about how long it was taking for me to get my MP60QD upgrade (2 plus months post order), I finally received it on Wednesday. Got back from a WC trip last night and just HAD to install it. Wow is all that I can say. I do own a MP40QD and it's silent, but it's a new design. I was concerned that upgrading an older MP60 wouldn't go quite so well. Worry unnecessary. MP60 is now essentially silent as well. Maybe not quite the new MP40QD, but I still have to get my ear quite close to the dry side to hear that it is running. A HUGE improvement. Downside is that my remaining non-QD MP40 is now audible.
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Simon Got back into the hobby ..... planned to keep it simple ..... yeah, right ..... clearly I need a new plan! Pet peeve: anemones host clowns; clowns do not host anemones! Current Tank Info: 450 Reef; 120 refugium; 60 Frag Tank, 30 Introduction tank; multiple QTs |
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05/08/2015, 12:08 PM
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Join Date: May 2012
Location: Las Cruces, NM
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I have a new MP10QD and it is dead silent. Can't hear anything even at 100%.
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George Current Tank Info: JBJ 28g Nano / Aquamaxx HOB-1 / TLF 150 with GFO/ Vortech MP10QD / JBJ ATO / In-Tank Basket / AI Hydra26 |
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