Reef Dynamics ins180 pump replacement

elFloyd · 04/29/2015, 07:25 PM

I need to replace the pump on a Reef Dynamics ins180. For the cost to replace the EcoPlus 1056 I think I can buy a better quality pump (i.e. Bubble Blaster).

However, I am concerned about upsetting the skimmer's balance, or over/under powering the skimmer.

Anyone have experience with this?

drew2007 · 04/29/2015, 08:17 PM

There are 2 versions on that skimmer. The 180 and 180E. The 180e has the Eheim 1260. Maybe consider that as a replacement.

fruth2000 · 06/29/2015, 10:01 AM

Did you ever figure this out? I have a Reef Dynamic INS180. I have replaced the rotor in the pump twice because of excessive vibration and noise. It went bad again, and this time when I went order a new one ($80 a pop), I find out that Reef Dynamics went out of business. I have to either decide to try another pump with could be a crap shoot, or just go with another brand of skimmer..

elFloyd · 06/29/2015, 10:10 AM

I ended up purchasing a new pump from Reef Dynamics. You can buy the same pump without the Reef Dynamics modifications. The volute should be interchangeable, but the impeller will be different.

I didn't realize RD went out of business.

moondoggy4 · 06/30/2015, 09:20 PM

You can use ASM parts for at least the old pumps, before they went to the Eco plus pumps.

Pumps that work on a RD180 tunze 9420

ASM pumps

Sicce Syncra 1000 skimmer pump

ifarmer · 08/03/2015, 08:06 AM

does anyone know which is a replacement pump for eco plus 633?
My reef dynamic - INS80's pump died so I am in needed to buy a replacement pump

thanks

gcarroll · 08/03/2015, 09:35 AM

Jeff should consider opening a company just for providing service/parts for Euroreef and Reef Dynamics skimmers. There is an awful lot out there and I'd hate for someone to feel forced to junk these quality made skimmers just because they have a part fail.

metalmesh · 08/03/2015, 03:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gcarroll

Jeff should consider opening a company just for providing service/parts for Euroreef and Reef Dynamics skimmers. There is an awful lot out there and I'd hate for someone to feel forced to junk these quality made skimmers just because they have a part fail.

Cannot speak for Jeff but I know he is working to establish the ability to provide service/parts ASAP.

OceanFox · 02/27/2016, 08:11 PM

I have a vertex in 80 in 100 pump and the impeller has swollen, would the ASM replacement impellers for the sedra 3500 fit in this pump. not looking to buy a new pump, pump still works great but having a hard time finding an impeller that will fit the pump. Any input would be greatly appreciated.

moondoggy4 · 02/28/2016, 11:24 AM

ER/RD used the same pump as ASM as long as they are the Sedra models.

jgsensor · 04/13/2016, 02:51 AM

Having the same problem here with my Reef dynamic Eco pumps, need new impellers. Anyone know if an ASM impeller would work in the Eco 1056 pump?

moondoggy4 · 04/13/2016, 12:21 PM

^^^^^I would venture a guess and say no, ASM is still using Sedra pumps.

04/29/2015, 07:25 PM	#1
elFloyd Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Cumming, GA Posts: 421	Reef Dynamics ins180 pump replacement I need to replace the pump on a Reef Dynamics ins180. For the cost to replace the EcoPlus 1056 I think I can buy a better quality pump (i.e. Bubble Blaster). However, I am concerned about upsetting the skimmer's balance, or over/under powering the skimmer. Anyone have experience with this?

04/29/2015, 08:17 PM	#2
drew2007 Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Long Island, NY Posts: 976	There are 2 versions on that skimmer. The 180 and 180E. The 180e has the Eheim 1260. Maybe consider that as a replacement. __________________ 110g rimless, Elite Aquatics sump, JNS ConeS Co2, ATI Sunpower, Vortech, Digital Aquatics RKE

06/29/2015, 10:01 AM	#3
fruth2000 Registered Member Join Date: Aug 2014 Posts: 2	Ins 180 Did you ever figure this out? I have a Reef Dynamic INS180. I have replaced the rotor in the pump twice because of excessive vibration and noise. It went bad again, and this time when I went order a new one ($80 a pop), I find out that Reef Dynamics went out of business. I have to either decide to try another pump with could be a crap shoot, or just go with another brand of skimmer..

08/03/2015, 09:35 AM	#7
gcarroll Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Orange, CA Posts: 9,666	Jeff should consider opening a company just for providing service/parts for Euroreef and Reef Dynamics skimmers. There is an awful lot out there and I'd hate for someone to feel forced to junk these quality made skimmers just because they have a part fail. __________________ Greg Carroll I will be at REEF-A-PALOOZA! SPS = Stability Promotes Success Be wary of advice coming from those who will not show you the fruits of their success! Current Tank Info: building: 250g AGE Euro tank, Abyzz A200, Vertex Supra-G filtration, Ecotech Radion Pro LEDs, ...

06/29/2015, 10:10 AM	#4
elFloyd Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Cumming, GA Posts: 421	I ended up purchasing a new pump from Reef Dynamics. You can buy the same pump without the Reef Dynamics modifications. The volute should be interchangeable, but the impeller will be different. I didn't realize RD went out of business.

06/30/2015, 09:20 PM	#5
moondoggy4 Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: menifee So cal Posts: 11,042	You can use ASM parts for at least the old pumps, before they went to the Eco plus pumps. Pumps that work on a RD180 tunze 9420 ASM pumps Sicce Syncra 1000 skimmer pump

08/03/2015, 08:06 AM	#6
ifarmer Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: New York City Posts: 243	does anyone know which is a replacement pump for eco plus 633? My reef dynamic - INS80's pump died so I am in needed to buy a replacement pump thanks

02/27/2016, 08:11 PM	#9
OceanFox Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2014 Posts: 1	I have a vertex in 80 in 100 pump and the impeller has swollen, would the ASM replacement impellers for the sedra 3500 fit in this pump. not looking to buy a new pump, pump still works great but having a hard time finding an impeller that will fit the pump. Any input would be greatly appreciated.

02/28/2016, 11:24 AM	#10
moondoggy4 Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: menifee So cal Posts: 11,042	ER/RD used the same pump as ASM as long as they are the Sedra models.

04/13/2016, 02:51 AM	#11
jgsensor Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Fresno, CA Posts: 370	Having the same problem here with my Reef dynamic Eco pumps, need new impellers. Anyone know if an ASM impeller would work in the Eco 1056 pump?

04/13/2016, 12:21 PM	#12
moondoggy4 Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: menifee So cal Posts: 11,042	^^^^^I would venture a guess and say no, ASM is still using Sedra pumps.