Half Off Ponds Minnow MP-170 - 170 GPH Statuary Pump
Half Off Ponds MP170 170 GPH Small Indoor and Outdoor Fountain Pump
Extremely Low Energy Magnetic Drive Pump - 170 GPH
Half Off Ponds Minnow Series pumps are perfect for small outdoor fountains, ponds, indoor tabletop fountains, aquariums, and any small water displays. The maintenance free, epoxy encapsulated motors with stainless steel impeller shafts are designed for years of trouble-free operation. These ultra-energy efficient pumps are perfect for replacing older, less efficient models. Use the adjustable flow control regulate the pump discharge rate. from the pump. no oil; completely safe for fish, wildlife and aquatic plants. 1-year manufacturer’s warranty.
Submersible pumps not for use in pools or in chlorinated water. This will damage the pump and void the warranty!
Half Off Ponds Minnow MP-170
- Excellent for small outdoor fountains & ponds, indoor tabletop fountains and water displays
- Maintenance free design, with epoxy encapsulated motors and stainless-steel impeller shaft
- Near silent operation for years of trouble-free operation
- Energy efficient. Adjustable flow, intake screen, and 20’ power cord
- Contains no oil; completely safe for fish, wildlife and aquatic plants. 1-year manufacturer’s warranty.
Minnow Pump Series Pumps
| MP-90 | MP-170 | MP-250 | |
| Max Pump Flow | 90 GPH | 170 GPH | 250 GPH |
| Max Head Height | 3.1' | 4.6' | 6' |
| Discharge Outlet | .5" | .5" | .75" |
| Pipe Diameter | .5" | .5" | .5" |
| Volts/Watts | 120/5 | 120/11 | 120/14 |
| Dimensions | 2.4"x1.6"x1.8" | 2.8"x1.8"x2.3" | 3.3"x2"x2.7" |
| Weight | 3 lbs | 3 lbs | 5 lbs |
| Cord Length | 12' | 12' | 12' |
Half Off Ponds Minnow MP-170 - 170 GPH Statuary Pump
- Smart Design for Small Spaces - Excellent for small outdoor fountains & ponds, indoor tabletop fountains and water displays
- Built to Last - Maintenance free design, with epoxy encapsulated magnetic drive motors and stainless-steel impeller shaft
- Environmentally Friendly - Contains no oil; completely safe for fish, wildlife and aquatic plants
- Power & Efficiency - Energy efficient with near silent operation for years of trouble-free operation. Max Head: 4.6' -- Pump Output: 0.5" -- Watts: 11 -- Amps: 0.092 -- Volts: 120 -- Cord Length: 12'
- A Pump You Can Trust -**Backed by a 2-Year Manufacturer's Warranty!** With 100% U.S. Based Support and Service! Consumables not under warranty. For use in freshwater applications only. Not for use in chlorinated or salt water applications
FAQs & Calculations to Help Select the Correct Kit
1. How Many Gallons of Water does My Water Feature Hold?
Rectangular Ponds
Length x Width x Average Depth x 7.48 = Gallons
Example: A rectangular pond 15’ long, 10’ wide and 1.5’ Deep Pond is...
15’ x 10’ x 1.5’ x 7.48 = 1683 Gallons
Example: A rectangular pond 15’ long, 10’ wide and 1.5’ Deep Pond is...
15’ x 10’ x 1.5’ x 7.48 = 1683 Gallons
Oval Ponds
Length x Width x Average Depth x 0.8 x 7.48 = Gallons
Example: An oval pond 15’ long, 10’ wide and 1.5’ deep is...
15’ x 10’ x 1.5’ x 7.48 = 1683 Gallons
Example: An oval pond 15’ long, 10’ wide and 1.5’ deep is...
15’ x 10’ x 1.5’ x 7.48 = 1683 Gallons
Round Ponds
Length x Width x Average Depth x 7.48 =Gallons
Example: 15’ long, 10’ wide and 1.5’ Deep Pond
15’ x 10’ x 1.5’ x 7.48 = 1683 Gallons
Example: 15’ long, 10’ wide and 1.5’ Deep Pond
15’ x 10’ x 1.5’ x 7.48 = 1683 Gallons
Streams
Length x Width x Average Depth x 0.25 x 7.48 = GALLONS =Gallons
Example: 15’ long, 10’ wide and 1.5’ Deep Pond
15’ x 10’ x 1.5’ x 7.48 = 1683 Gallons
Example: 15’ long, 10’ wide and 1.5’ Deep Pond
15’ x 10’ x 1.5’ x 7.48 = 1683 Gallons
2. How Big of a Pump Do I Need??
Minimum pump size is determined by pond type, water volume, head height and friction loss. The minimum pump size recommendations are:
Water Garden, Few Small Goldfish
Circulate total pond water valoume every 2 hours.
Example: 2,000 GPH pump for a 3000-gallon pond with 2’ waterfall.
Example: 2,000 GPH pump for a 3000-gallon pond with 2’ waterfall.
Fish Pond, Several Small Fish
Circulate total pond water valoume every 1 hour.
Example: 3,800 GPH pump for a 3000-gallon pond with 2’ waterfall.
Example: 3,800 GPH pump for a 3000-gallon pond with 2’ waterfall.
Koi Pond, Several Large Fish
Circulate total pond water valoume every 3/4 hours.
Example: 2,000 GPH pump for a 3000-gallon pond with 2’ waterfall.
Example: 2,000 GPH pump for a 3000-gallon pond with 2’ waterfall.
Calculating Head Height
Dynamic head pressure is found by taking the vertical height of your waterfall; the distance between where your pump is (typically in the skimmer) and where your waterfall is, and adding the static head pressure (pipe and fittings) 1’ for every 10’ of tubing and 1’ for every elbow or “T” fitting.
Example: 3' (vertical height) + 2.5 (25' of tubing) + 2' (for 2 elbows) = 7.5' of Dynamic Head Pressure
Note:It is important to take into consideration while calculating how much flow will be at the top of your waterfall by accounting for the head height due to the laws of fluid dynamics. Please refer to the flow chart above to help choose the correct pump.
Example: 3' (vertical height) + 2.5 (25' of tubing) + 2' (for 2 elbows) = 7.5' of Dynamic Head Pressure
Note:It is important to take into consideration while calculating how much flow will be at the top of your waterfall by accounting for the head height due to the laws of fluid dynamics. Please refer to the flow chart above to help choose the correct pump.
3. What Size Tubing Do I Need?
| Tubing Size | Efficiency GPH | Minimum GPH | Maximum GPH |
|---|---|---|---|
0.5” |
< 300 |
60 |
420 |
0.75” |
< 720 |
300 |
900 |
1” |
< 1,200 |
700 |
1,500 |
1.25” |
< 1,600 |
900 |
3,200 |
1.5” |
< 2,600 |
2,000 |
4,400 |
2” |
< 4,800 |
3,000 |
6,800 |
3” |
< 9,000 |
6,000 |
14,000 |
4” |
< 21,000 |
14,000 |
28,000 |
6” |
< 42,000 |
33,000 |
60,000 |
About Half Off Ponds
Customer service is our business. We have been satisfying fish pond, water garden, and backyard waterfall enthusiasts for over 25 years! We're glad to assist you with your pond building project - from start, to finish!
Thanks for your business! We appreciate it!
- The Half Off Ponds Team
