EcoTech Marine - VorTech MP40mQD - Mobius Ready QuietDrive Propeller Pump
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EcoTech Marine
EcoTech Marine VorTech MP40mQD – Mobius Ready QuietDrive Propeller Pump
The EcoTech Marine VorTech MP40mQD is a powerhouse circulation pump built for serious reef systems. Featuring Mobius app compatibility and EcoTech’s renowned QuietDrive technology, this propeller-style pump delivers broad, customizable flow without adding clutter to your tank. Designed by aquarists for aquarists, the MP40 sets the benchmark for performance, control, and safety.
Key Features
- Mobius Ready – Wireless programming via iOS or Android, no additional hardware required
- Adjustable Flow – Fine-tune water movement for your specific coral and aquascape needs
- Broad, Gentle Output – Eliminates hotspots and promotes natural reef flow dynamics
- Patented Three-Dimensional Flow – Simulates real reef conditions with precision
- Ultra Low-Profile Design – Clean, unobtrusive look inside and outside the tank
- Safe Operation – No electrical components in the water, reducing shock risks
Flow Modes
The MP40 offers 12 advanced flow modes to match any reef environment:
- Lagoon Mode – Gentle, slow-moving current mimics calm tropical lagoons
- Reef Crest Mode – Simulates high-energy wave surges, ideal for SPS corals
- Gyre Mode – Creates continuous circular motion for full-tank water transport
- Short Pulse Mode – Generate standing waves with customizable frequency
- Tidal Swell Mode – Dynamic mode that mimics ocean tides with built-in detritus removal cycles
- Nutrient Transport Mode – Two-phase flow to lift detritus and push it into the filtration system
Functional Modes
- Feed Mode – Temporarily idles all VorTech pumps for mess-free feeding
- Night Mode – Reduces flow automatically during nighttime hours
- Wave Auto Tune – Automatically dials in the optimal pulse timing for standing waves
Smart Control via Mobius App
Access powerful programming features directly from your mobile device. Mobius delivers intuitive, fast, and flexible control of your EcoTech equipment—no extra modules required. Adjust flow settings, schedule modes, and sync multiple pumps or lights in seconds.
Also compatible with MXM – connect all your EcoTech and AI gear directly into Neptune Apex & Apex Fusion for unified wireless control.
Technical Specifications
- Recommended Tank Size: Mid to large reef tanks
- Max Flow: Adjustable (up to ~5,000 GPH)
- Max Glass Thickness: 0.75"
- Control: Mobius app, QuietDrive controller
- Mounting: Magnet + included hardware
- Internal Components: Dry side only – no cords or electronics inside the tank
What’s Included
- 1x VorTech MP40mQD Propeller Pump
- 1x QuietDrive Controller
- 1x Foam Guard
- 1x Mounting Spacer
- 1x Mounting Hardware Kit
- 1x Power Supply
Need help choosing the right pump configuration for your reef? The Tidalwave team is ready to assist with expert recommendations.
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