Can I put my air pump in the basement?

[aaronb]

I have an aquarium in my bedroom and was just curious if this was ok. I didn't know if there was any limits on how far up you can pump air. I would assume not, since the regular air pressure is lower than that in the line. I'd just like to not have to listen to the pump. Thanks.

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[skjl47]

Hello; Sounds like the pump will be lower than the tank. You may want to put a check valve on the air line to prevent the potential of the tank water from siphoning out in the event of a power failure or pump failure.

 

[Oughtsix]

The viscosity of air is pretty low and the pressure an aquarium pump runs at is pretty low... the line losses should be minimal. ^^Yes, add a check valve if you haven't already.^^

 

[aaronb]

Thanks. Yeah I always put check valves on the air lines.

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