Battery backup modules are one of the best investments any serious hobbyist can purchase.
The IceCap Battery backup system is compatible for most 12-24 volt DC powered pumps. Most notably the MaxSpect Gyre 230 and Gyre 250 pumps, along with the IceCap 1K and 3K Gyres.
Power outages will happen every now and then, and unless your system has a generator as a backup, the next best thing is a battery backup for your powerheads. After a power outage within as little as 2 hours dissolved oxygen levels can start to deplete, which will usually result in loss of valuable fish and corals. By keeping water moving and encouraging gas exchange at the surface of the aquarium, days can go by without needing to worry about depleting oxygen levels in the tank. The battery backup will be able to automatically turn on when power is lost to the pumps.
- No more loud battery powered air stones
- Connect multiple for longer run times
- Provides power for up to 2 pumps
- Compatible with most 12 - 24 volt DC pumps
- Automatic operation
The IceCap battery backup works with almost all DC powered pumps, however, if you have a MaxSpect Gyre pump running on an IceCap Gyre Interface Module, the module will automatically detect when power is lost, and decrease the overall speed of the pump to 30% to lengthen battery life.
Whats Included?
- Battery Backup Module
- Battery Charger
- Installation Cable
- Daisy Chain Link Cable
| SKU | 209417 |
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| Out of stock message | NEW MODEL COMING SOON! |
| UPC | 275833228258 |
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Product Questions
I have apex and when I feed fish My apex turns off gyre outlets will this turn on my 3k gyre since technically gyres going to lose power.
Question by: Max Tsymbal on Jun 4, 2019, 3:30 PM
Hey there,
Great question! Unfortunately there is no way to do that if you are just connecting the controller to the APEX since the way the APEX works is by turning the power OFF and there is no way for the pump controller to know if the OFF is because the user turned OFF the outlet or it is a power outage.
IF you want to use the gyre with the APEX and a backup battery, you will need to connect the gyre to the APEX using the IceCap Gyre Interface and the variable port on your APEX. If you have any further questions please let us know. Happy Reefing!
Great question! Unfortunately there is no way to do that if you are just connecting the controller to the APEX since the way the APEX works is by turning the power OFF and there is no way for the pump controller to know if the OFF is because the user turned OFF the outlet or it is a power outage.
IF you want to use the gyre with the APEX and a backup battery, you will need to connect the gyre to the APEX using the IceCap Gyre Interface and the variable port on your APEX. If you have any further questions please let us know. Happy Reefing!
Answer by: Mark Schlough on Jun 5, 2019, 11:22 AM
Will this work for an Icecap 1k Gyre?
Question by: John Bohannon on Jul 4, 2018, 1:48 PM
Great question! The IceCap Battery Backup can be used be with the IceCap 1K Gyre.
Happy reefing!
Happy reefing!
Answer by: Josh on Jul 5, 2018, 1:46 PM
Does this work with the icecap3k and does the power reduction feature work as well?
Question by: Jason Pitts on Jan 23, 2018, 10:41 PM
Thanks for contacting BRS!
The power reduction will only work with the Maxspect pumps on the Icecap module.
Have a great day!
The power reduction will only work with the Maxspect pumps on the Icecap module.
Have a great day!
Answer by: Noah Winn on Feb 7, 2018, 9:41 AM
Will this battery backup work with a Reef Octopus Varios-6?
Question by: David on Jan 5, 2018, 2:17 PM
Thanks for reaching out to BRS!
Coralvue states that this battery backup is only compatible with the Gyre line of pumps. Have a great day!
Coralvue states that this battery backup is only compatible with the Gyre line of pumps. Have a great day!
Answer by: Josh Cuta on Jan 11, 2018, 12:22 PM
Is this compatible with the 200 series pump? More specifically the 280?
Question by: Lou on Jan 4, 2018, 9:50 PM
Hi there,
Thank you for your question.
The IceCap battery back up will work very well with the Gyre XF280.
Let us know if you have any other questions
Thank you for your question.
The IceCap battery back up will work very well with the Gyre XF280.
Let us know if you have any other questions
Answer by: William Glenn on Jan 9, 2018, 4:12 PM
Hello!
Can I use this battery with IceCap 3K Gyre in order to prevent a power outage? Thank you in advance.
Can I use this battery with IceCap 3K Gyre in order to prevent a power outage? Thank you in advance.
Question by: Fábio Antoniolli on May 11, 2017, 7:58 AM
Hey there,
The 3K Gyre is compatible with the Ice Cap battery backup and when connected will maintain water flow in the event of a power outage.
Happy reefing!
The 3K Gyre is compatible with the Ice Cap battery backup and when connected will maintain water flow in the event of a power outage.
Happy reefing!
Answer by: Zack on May 14, 2017, 3:42 PM
Can I daisy chain 3 of these?
Question by: Awais on May 9, 2017, 9:47 PM
Hey there,
The Ecotech batteries are limited to 2 batteries linked in series.
Happy reefing!
The Ecotech batteries are limited to 2 batteries linked in series.
Happy reefing!
Answer by: Zack on May 14, 2017, 11:24 AM
Will this work with the 3K Gyre pump with the icecap controller?
Question by: SaltLife15 on Feb 25, 2017, 12:11 AM
Hey there,
Currently Coralvue has not confirmed compatibility between either the Gyre interface modules or the battery backups and the 3K Gyre pumps.
Have a great day!
Currently Coralvue has not confirmed compatibility between either the Gyre interface modules or the battery backups and the 3K Gyre pumps.
Have a great day!
Answer by: Zack on Feb 27, 2017, 4:32 PM
Would this Battery backup work for the New Rossmont Waver/Mover set-up ? Thanks for your time :)
Question by: Joel on Feb 8, 2017, 4:18 AM
Hey there! This Battery Backup will not work with the Rossmont pumps. It is intended to be used with Maxpect Gyre pumps, and possibly other pumps with the same 3.5mm stereo cable power adapter.
Thanks!
Thanks!
Answer by: Admin on Feb 8, 2017, 12:57 PM
Will this work with tunze nanostream 6040
Question by: Jim on Feb 2, 2017, 6:06 PM
Great question! These battery backups are specifically designed to be used with the Maxpect Gyre pumps. I would recommend a UPS battery backup, much like the ones used for computers. :-)
Answer by: Randy on Feb 3, 2017, 10:00 AM
Will this work with the fx250. The description only notes the 130 and the 150
Question by: Gimli on Jan 19, 2017, 1:43 AM
Hey there,
According to CoralVue (Maxspect distributor), the IceCap Battery Backup will work with all Gyre models, including the new XF250.
Have a great day!
According to CoralVue (Maxspect distributor), the IceCap Battery Backup will work with all Gyre models, including the new XF250.
Have a great day!
Answer by: Zack on Jan 20, 2017, 2:39 PM
Will this back up the new xf230 Maxspects>????????????????
Question by: Tee on Jan 8, 2017, 10:54 PM
Great question! It most certainly will>!!!!!!! :-P
Answer by: Randy on Jan 10, 2017, 11:52 AM
Is this compatible with the xf250 maxspect gyre pumps.
Question by: Chuck on Dec 18, 2016, 2:51 PM
Hey there,
According to Coralvue, the IceCap batter backup will work with all Gyre Models. Have a great day!
According to Coralvue, the IceCap batter backup will work with all Gyre Models. Have a great day!
Answer by: Zack on Dec 28, 2016, 12:45 PM
Can the Battery Back Up ICE-Cap get connected to the APEX (Energy Bar 832 & APEX Base Unit to contine to run the VarioS-6, and WAV Pumps in case of power failure? If it can, how, and how many blocks would it take?
Question by: Juan Carlos Torres on Dec 4, 2016, 11:50 AM
Great question! You cannot use this battery backup to run your Apex and its components. :-(
Answer by: Randy on Dec 17, 2016, 7:38 AM
will this work with a Syncra Silent 5.0 Pump (1321 GPH) - Sicce
Question by: matthew hastings on Oct 27, 2016, 12:42 PM
Hey there, thank for reaching out to us! This backup will not work with the Sicce AC pumps. The IceCap Battery backup system is compatible for most 12-24 volt DC powered pumps. Most notably the MaxSpect Gyre 130 and Gyre 150 pumps
Answer by: Randy on Oct 27, 2016, 1:23 PM
Is this battery back up compatible with Ecotech products? Could I run an MP 40 or mp10 on it? Icecap makes great products and for 60 bucks less this could be a no brainier.
Question by: Mike on May 21, 2016, 12:22 PM
Great question! Unfortunately the IceCap battery backup is not intended to be used with Ecotech product and will not work.
Answer by: Carter on May 24, 2016, 2:19 PM
Does the battery power turn on when power from the charger is lost or when power to the pump is lost? I have my gyres connected to a wave maker that turns the power to the pump off and on so this will not work for me unless it switches to battery only when the battery charger loses power.
Question by: Reefdaddy on May 19, 2016, 12:49 PM
Without the use of the Icecap maxspect gyre interface module, will the battery turn on automatically during a power outage?
Question by: marla fasti on May 6, 2016, 8:15 AM
Great question!
The Battery Backup will turn on however it will not enter power saving mode and simply run the pump at full force until the battery dies.
The Battery Backup will turn on however it will not enter power saving mode and simply run the pump at full force until the battery dies.
Answer by: Connor on May 6, 2016, 12:02 PM
How many is the max batteries can i connect to expand the time.
Question by: Luis on Apr 26, 2016, 12:41 PM
Great question!
We are aware of 2 of the batteries being installed as a maximum.
We are aware of 2 of the batteries being installed as a maximum.
Answer by: Connor on Apr 26, 2016, 2:30 PM
At 30% power for the Gyre 130 approx. how much time will the battery operate the the Gyre 130 pump?
Question by: eric olsen on Apr 10, 2016, 9:16 PM
Great question!
The expected battery life of the 130 would be around 24 hours. Feel free to let us know if you have any further questions!
The expected battery life of the 130 would be around 24 hours. Feel free to let us know if you have any further questions!
Answer by: Connor on Apr 14, 2016, 10:30 AM
If the gyre interface module is NOT used, will the pump still slow down to 30%, or will it run at the normal setting?
Question by: Kyle Nagel on Apr 5, 2016, 9:39 PM
Great question!
Without the interface module the intensity of the pump will not change. Feel free to let us know if you have any further questions!
Without the interface module the intensity of the pump will not change. Feel free to let us know if you have any further questions!
Answer by: Connor on Apr 13, 2016, 3:41 PM
What are the dimensions of this item? Approx weight?
Question by: Elisabeth Duarte on Mar 21, 2016, 2:01 AM
Great question!
The dimensions are 4-7/8" L x 3" W x 6" H, The weight will be around 12-15 lbs total. Feel free to let us know if you have any further questions!
The dimensions are 4-7/8" L x 3" W x 6" H, The weight will be around 12-15 lbs total. Feel free to let us know if you have any further questions!
Answer by: Connor on Mar 23, 2016, 11:51 AM
Does the battery back-up require the use of the IceCap Maxspect Gyre Interface Module?
Thanks!
Thanks!
Question by: JasonK on Jan 19, 2016, 10:10 PM
Great question!
This can be connected directly to the Gyre without the need for the Ice Cap Module. Feel free to let us know if you have any further questions!
This can be connected directly to the Gyre without the need for the Ice Cap Module. Feel free to let us know if you have any further questions!
Answer by: Connor on Jan 27, 2016, 3:20 PM
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