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Aeration
Ponds and lakes are a valuable natural resource. They add beauty to the landscape, provide recreation, and are a habitat for fish and wildlife. Whether natural or man-made a large body of water is a complex biological, chemical and physical community. The quality of the water determines the health of the entire community and the aquatic organisms living within the system.... from microscopic bacteria to the largest fish.
Why Aeration?
Oxygen is essential to the biology of a healthy pond or lake, but it's often in short supply. When there isn't enough oxygen, fish and other aquatic animals can suffocate, wastes generate noxious gases and water may foul.
Subsurface aeration brings oxygen levels up, dissipates toxic gases and evens out temperature and saturation levels throughout the entire water feature. Aeration is also the most efficient way to circulate water, moving 10 times as much per watt as water pumps.
Finally, aeration greatly accelerates the decomposition of solid and dissolved wastes. Although smaller water features may respond to other strategies, aeration is the only way to effectively manage nutrient removal, algae, water quality and clarity in larger lakes, not to mention reducing pests and parasites.
Without Aeration
Signs Of Imbalance
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Algea, opaque green water or excessive growth of string algae or blanket weed
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An excess of submerged vegetation and rampant marginal aquatic plant growth
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Foul odors, of the water or of the sediments at the bottom
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Dead fish, especially after a storm or change to cooler weather
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Small, few or live fish at all
Causes of Imbalance
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Excessive nutrients in the water and sediment
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Insufficient total dissolved oxygen levels
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Stratification and thermoclines that cut off surface oxygen
With Aeration
Benefits Of Aeration
Aeration creates bubbles that increase the surface area of air in contact with the water
Millions of bubbles moving upwards pull huge volumes of water up from the bottom
Oxygen-poor water rushes upwards, eliminating thermal layers, shedding toxic gases and picking up oxygen
Oxygen-rich water circulates down to the bottom, promoting the growth of bacteria that digest organic sludge and eliminate excessive nutrients
Typhoon Aeration Systems
Typhoon Shallow Water Aeration Systems
Typhoon Deep Water Aeration Systems
Retail Price
$2168
$3354
Retail Price
$3160
$3874
$4761
$5451
Typhoon Air Diffusers
Retail Price
$364
$459
Stratus SRC Series Single Rocking Piston Compressor
Stratus SRC series “Gen 2” rocking piston compressors are specifically designed for the demanding job of 24 hour operation. They are ideal for pond aeration systems. The oil-less design safely aerates ponds with no electricity in the water. The shore mounted compressor sends air through tubing to a bottom mounted diffuser for a safe, effective way to aerate ponds.
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Inlet air filter, rubber foot pads and 5′ power cord included
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Universal dual voltage motor
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Includes Stratus Smart-Start technology
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Oil-less operation
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Superior quality, flexible cup material for increased reliability
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Die-cast aluminum components for overall strength
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Hard coated cylinder for wear resistance
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Permanently lubricated bearings
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2 year limited warranty
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Assembled in the USA
SRC25
Specifications
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Power Cord Length 5'
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Horsepower 1/4 hp
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Voltage 115v
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Amps 1.7 amps (at 10' operating depth)
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Max PS I30
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Maximum Air Flow 2.3 CFM
- Max Depth: 50'
- Warranty 2 year
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Weight 17 lbs
Retail Price:$1161.50
SRC50
Specifications
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Power Cord Length 5'
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Horsepower 1/2 hp
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Voltage 115v
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Amps 3.6amps (at 10' operating depth)
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Max PS I 30
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Maximum Air Flow 4.5 CFM
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Max Depth: 50'
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Warranty 2 year
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Weight 22 lbs
Retail Price: $1443.25
Stratus SRC Repair Kit
Stratus SRC rocking piston compressors contain these wearable internal components. Like tires on your car, these parts need to be replaced over time.
Repair Kit for Stratus SRC50
- $325.50
Repair Kit for Stratus SRC25- $176.00
EasyPro PA 34W
Retail Price: $1417 (w/poly pipe)
$1549 (w/3/8" quick sink tubing)
1/4 hp Rocking Piston Aeration System w/100' tubing / no system cover
Compressor
SRC25
Volts
120
Amps
1.7
Diffusor
1
CFM
2.3
@5'-8'
@8'-12'
1/4 acre
1/2 acre
@12'-16'
1 acre
EasyPro PA 34-2
Retail Price: $1689.50
1/4 hp Rocking Piston Aeration System - no air pipe & system cover
Compressor
SRC25
Volts
120
Amps
1.7
Diffusor
2
CFM
2.3
@5'-8'
@8'-12'
1/2 acre
1 acre
@12'-16'
2 acre
EasyPro34D Deluxe System
Retail Price: $2826.25
1/4 hp Rocking Piston Aeration System w/100' 3/8" quick sink tubing / lockable metal system sound insulated cabinet
Compressor
SRC25
Volts
120
Amps
1.7
Diffusor
1
CFM
2.3
@5'-8'
@8'-12'
1/4 acre
1/2 acre
@12'-16'
1 acre
EasyPro65D Deluxe System
Retail Price: $3589
1/2 hp Rocking Piston Aeration System w/200' 3/8" quick sink tubing / lockable metal system sound insulated cabinet
Compressor
SRC50
Volts
120
Amps
3.6
Diffusor
4
CFM
4.5
@5'-8'
@8'-12'
1/2 acre
1acre
@12'-16'
2 acre
Additional Information
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Recommended Air flow: 1.6 - 6 cfm
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Weight: 9lbs
QS1 Quick Sink Self Weighted Diffuser Assembly – Single Diffuser
Retail Price: $264
Self Weighted Single Membrane Diffuser Assembly
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Fine bubble diffusers for maximum lift and oxygen transfer efficiency
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Low maintenance rubber membrane diffusers in single or double configuration
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Self-weighted, powder-coated steel base
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Strain relief hardware for fast and secure installation
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Low head pressure loss
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Inlet air fittings (included) accepts 3/8″, 1/2″ or 5/8″ tubing
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Unique barbed fittings with built in check valves to keep water out of tubing
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Single head handles airflow from .8 – 3 cfm
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3/4″ mpt inlet on diffuser head
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Stainless steel hose clams and strain relief hardware
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Designed for fresh water applications
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Five year warranty
Additional Information
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Recommended Air flow: 0.8 - 3 cfm
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Weight: 11lbs
QS2 Quick Sink Self Weighted Membrane Air Diffuser Assembly – Double Diffuser
Retail Price: $360.75
Self Weighted Dual Membrane Diffuser Assembly
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Fine bubble diffusers for maximum lift and oxygen transfer efficiency
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Low maintenance rubber membrane diffusers in a single or double configuration
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Self-weighted, powder-coated steel base
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Strain relief hardware for fast and secure installation
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Low head pressure loss
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Inlet air fittings (included) accepts 3/8″, 1/2″, or 5/8″ tubing
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Unique barbed fittings with built-in check valves to keep water out of tubing
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Dual head handles airflow from 1.6 – 6 cfm
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3/4″ mpt inlet on diffuser head
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Stainless steel hose clams and strain relief hardware
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Designed for freshwater applications
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Five year warranty
Deep Water Solar Aeration Systems utilize rocking piston compressors to deliver effective aeration to deeper water depths than other traditional solar systems. These direct drive systems operate during daylight hours and are designed to start earlier, run later, and even operate on moderately cloudy days, giving you more operating time. The results are much more total cfm of air delivered per day than other non-battery systems currently on the market.
Deep Water Solar Aeration System
Starting at $7490.00
Warranty:
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Fifteen years on panels
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Five years on airline and diffusers
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Three years on compressor
(excludes wearable piston cup, valves, etc. Air filters must be cleaned or replaced every six months.) -
Lifetime warranty against rust on the aluminum cabinet.
Basic Systems Includes
High-quality aluminum cabinet, in beige colour , with circulating fans
Oil-filled pressure gauge and pressure relief valve
Rocking piston compressor
High output solar panels
Pre-cut fabricated solar mounting racks for easier installation (purchase mounting poles locally)
*Tubing and diffusers not included
System #
Description
Pond Size
CFM
# of Solar Panels
# of Diffusors
SASD10A 1/4 hp Basic System Up to 1.5 acres 2.2 3 2
SASD20A 1/2 hp Basic System Up to 2.5 acres 4.3 4 3
SASD20A 3/4 hp Basic System Up to 4.0 acres 6.0 6 4
Delux Systems Includes
High-quality aluminum cabinet, in beige colour , with circulating fans
Oil-filled pressure gauge and pressure relief valve
Rocking piston compressor
High output solar panels
Pre-cut fabricated solar mounting racks for easier installation (purchase mounting poles locally)
EasyPro QS2 Air Diffusers
100' of 1/2" Quick Sink weighted airline to each diffuser
System #
Description
Pond Size
CFM
# of Solar Panels
# of Diffusors
SASD10A 1/4 hp Basic System Up to 1.5 acres 2.2 3 2
SASD20A 1/2 hp Basic System Up to 2.5 acres 4.3 4 3
SASD20A 3/4 hp Basic System Up to 4.0 acres 6.0 6 4
Shallow Water Solar Aeration System
Designed for ponds and lakes up to 12' deep. These "Direct Sunlight" systems operate when
bright or sunny conditions exist.
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Complete kits are easy to install, quiet and dependable
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Designed for ponds up to 1.5 acres
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Each kit comes powder coated, lockable aluminum cabinet, cooling fan, pressure
gauge, and all necessary fittings -
DC solar air compressors rated for 2.2 cfm airflow, will operate down to 12' deep water
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Battery-Free System - eliminates the expense of rechargeable batteries and controllers making these systems much more affordable
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5' galvanized steel mounting pole included
Warranty
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Fifteen years on panels
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Five years on airline and diffusers
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Two years on compressor
These solar aeration systems feature a compressor that offers the best mix of airflow, pressure and low power consumption that allow these systems to operate over a wide range of conditions.
'SAS' Systems Include:
- Solar panels with mounting bracket - Cooling Fan - Diffusors - Tubing
- Compressor - Adjustable manifold - Cabinet - Mounting pole
Starting at $4740.00
System #
Description
Pond Size
# of Solar Panels
# of Diffusors
100' rolls 1/2" tubing
SAS75 Solar aeration kit Up to 3/4 acre 2 1 1
SAS150 Solar aeration kit Up to 1.5 acre 2 2 2
'SPA' Solar Aeration System with Battery Back-Up
Starting at $9800.00
These solar-powered, battery backup [ aeration systems are great for remote or off-the-grid applications.
The energy-efficient design allows them to be deployed anywhere and provides all of the benefits of a standard aeration system without the need for power. SPA kits feature a sound reduction package making them extremely quiet. The battery backup enables the system to run at night or during extended periods of poor weather. Designed to operate 20 hours per day and has enough battery capacity to run the system for up to three days without solar input.
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Systems Include
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Solar Panels with pole mounting bracket
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Specifically designed, energy-efficient compressor
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High volume cooling fan
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Fully adjustable aluminum manifold
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100% recycled plastic cabinet
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Batteries
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Order 'quick sink' tubing and equipment pad
separately (not included in the kit) -
Diffusers ship separately from systems
System #
Description
Pond Size
Batteries Inluded
# of Compressors
# of Diffusors
# of Solar Panels
SPA-1N Solar aeration kit Up to 1 acre 2 1 1 1
SPA-2N Solar aeration kit Up to 2 acres 2 1 2 1
SPA-3N Solar aeration kit Up to 3 acres 4 2 3 2
SPA-4N Solar aeration kit Up to 4 acres 4 2 4 2
DMBR Landscape Boulder (Brown)
Retail Price: $169
These Mock Rock™ Boulders are ideal for concealing air pumps, water pumps, pond filters, UVs, lighting transformers, and other equipment.
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Commercial grade construction stands up to the elements
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Color and texture is part of the material, not painted on
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Lightweight, easy to move, and very durable
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Will not fade or crack and are made of recycled material
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All rocks come standard with one vent, additional vents can be ordered if needed
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Small
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Dimensions: 19" x 14" x 12"
DLB1F Landscape Boulder (Gray)
Retail Price: $253
These Mock Rock™ Boulders are ideal for concealing air pumps, water pumps, pond filters, UVs, lighting transformers, and other equipment.
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Commercial grade construction stands up to the elements
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Color and texture is part of the material, not painted on
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Lightweight, easy to move, and very durable
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Will not fade or crack and are made of recycled material
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All rocks come standard with one vent, additional vents can be ordered if needed
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Dimensions: 30" x 23" x 18" | Up to PA66
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Weight: 6lbs
Pro Air 20 5000 Gallon Rated
Pro Air 60 15000 Gallon Rated
Pro Air Diaphragm Air Pump Kits
Pro Air Aerator Pumps feature weatherproof, continuous duty, diaphragm compressors specifically designed for year-round usage. Ideal for aeration and circulation in warm weather, these aerators are also excellent for de-icing and gas exchange in freezing weather. With diffuser options for ponds from 1,000 to 15,000 gallons. Pro Air Aerator Pumps adapt to most backyard ponds.
The energy-efficient, outdoor-rated compressor with heavy-duty metal housing stands up to the elements, and its integrated rubber feet effectively minimize noise and vibration. Specially-designed, maintenance-free, 10″ aeration diffusers use a self-cleaning rubber membrane that expands to clear clogging dirt and debris. The diffusers’ interior weighted ballast keeps them at the bottom of the pond without the need for additional weights. The kit includes freeze-resistant 3/8″ braided aeration tubing with a pre-installed check valve built to last in all seasons.
Max Max Max Outlet Max Air Retail
Watts PSI Depth Barb Flow Price:
Pro Air 20 15 2.90 6.5' 3/8" 0.71 CFM $260
Pro Air 60 45 5.08 11.5' 3/8" 2.10 CFM $520
WaWatts
Air Diffusers
KoiAir Single & Double Air Diffuser
Maximize the performance of your aeration
pump with the CrystalClear KoiAir Diffuser
Plate. Comprised of 2 high-performance
diffuser membrane sticks, solid one-piece
airflow optimizer, check valve, and a sturdy
base plate. Membrane diffusers take place of cumbersome traditional air stones, making the KoiAir Diffuser place virtually maintenance-free. Included hose barb accepts 3/8" airline.
Base keeps diffusers from settling into mud & prevents sediment erosion
10″ Rubber Membrane Aeration Diffuser
Retail Price: $56
The self-cleaning EPDM rubber membrane expands to release debris, making it clog and maintenance-free. Heavy-duty construction ensures year after year of reliable use. The 10″ Rubber Membrane Aeration Diffuser is compatible with most aeration devices, and the tapered 3/8″ fitting makes installation quick and easy. Oversized ends elevate the diffuser to allow for maximum airflow. Simply connect aeration tubing and a compatible compressor and place the diffuser in the desired location of the pond or water feature. The interior weighted ballast will keep the diffuser at the bottom of the pond without the use of additional weights.
