Is it possible to use a pond pump for an indoor aquarium? I have been doing a little bit of research and if i use a sump shouldnt i be able to use just any type of water pump to do the job? I noticed that the pond ones are cheaper and have a higher gph rating? Is there something wrong if i use it?
pond filter for aquarium?
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I don't see a problem with it as long as it's submerge in water. But also remember that with pond pumps, the higher the tubing/piping, the less flow it gets.
yea, the top of my tank is only like 4' off the ground.... it basicly acts as a headboard for my bed 
"Pond" pumps are fine as long as you size them right for the app.
"Aquarium" pumps are made by the same folks most times, you just pay more for "Aquarium" labeled stuff.
Filters are the same way.
Most "pond" filters are huge, and can hold massives amounts of media compared to a similarly priced (smaller) "Aquariiuum" filter.
"Small" ponds are typically much more in water volume than all but the largest of aquariums.
Folks that build 300-2000 gallon ponds will not pay 3 grand for pumps and filters, while folks that buy 300g Aquariums will, and do.
"Aquarium" pumps are made by the same folks most times, you just pay more for "Aquarium" labeled stuff.
Filters are the same way.
Most "pond" filters are huge, and can hold massives amounts of media compared to a similarly priced (smaller) "Aquariiuum" filter.
"Small" ponds are typically much more in water volume than all but the largest of aquariums.
Folks that build 300-2000 gallon ponds will not pay 3 grand for pumps and filters, while folks that buy 300g Aquariums will, and do.
Do remember that some pond pumps are less efficient (use more electricity/compare wattage vs output) and create excess heat, not a problem with a pond, but accumulates in an aquarium.
That said, I use them from time to time when I need a particular GPM pump.
Dr Joe
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That said, I use them from time to time when I need a particular GPM pump.
Dr Joe
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Good point Dr., but in some cases that could eliminate the need for heaters, thus using approx. the same amount of energy.Dr Joe;1244112; said: