Why does BRS recommend this?
Anytime we need an external pump the Iwaki Japanese motors are our first choice. There are cheaper options that work just fine, however when it comes to noise the Iwaki Japanese external pumps are class leaders and for any area where noise a concern and space is limited. The Japanese Iwaki pump is the way to go.
- Japanese Motor
- Max Flow: 1536 GPH
- Max Head: 31.8 Ft
- 1” Inlet(MPT)/ 1” Outlet(MPT)
- Max Amps: 2.8
- Motor Output: 1/4 HP
Note: The Iwaki MD pumps' power cords do not come with the plug pre-spliced.
External pump from Iwaki, the world leader in small magnetically coupled centrifugal pump technology. Japanese-made motor is designed especially for aquatic applications. Super quiet and energy efficient with less parts.
High quality external pump with years of research and development behind its design. Iwaki pumps offer high pressure rates in a durable, compact pump. Easily tailor pump applications because of the numerous motor/pump configurations. MD stands for Mag-Drive.
MD Series – Japanese Motor
- Japanese motor is made from cast aluminum with a cast end bell
- Japanese model uses a custom pump design specifically for aquatic applications
- Japanese pumps run cooler to the touch and slightly quieter, due to the thicker material
Quick Compare - Iwaki MD Pumps (Japanese Motors) |
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Model | Power Usage | Maximum Flow | Maximum Head | Connections | |||||
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Iwaki MD-20RT |
58W |
492 GPH |
14.1 ft |
Hose 5/8” NPT ¾” |
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Iwaki MD-20RXT |
60W |
822 GPH |
8.2 ft |
Hose 1” NPT 1” |
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Iwaki MD-30RT |
96W |
600 GPH |
17.7 ft |
Hose ¾” NPT ¾” |
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Iwaki MD-30RXT |
132W |
1140 GPH |
13.5 ft |
Hose 1” NPT 1” |
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Iwaki MD-40RT |
156W |
822 GPH |
21.3 ft |
Hose ¾” NPT ¾” |
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Iwaki MD-40RXT |
144W |
1344 GPH |
15.4 ft |
Hose 1” NPT 1” |
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Iwaki MD-55RLT |
192W |
1104 GPH |
26.9 ft |
Hose 1” NPT 1” |
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Iwaki MD-70RLT |
336W |
1536 GPH |
31.8 ft |
Hose 1” NPT 1” |
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Iwaki MD-100RLT |
408W |
2136 GPH |
39.0 ft |
Hose 1” NPT 1” |
SKU | 300401 |
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Aquarium Type | Saltwater, Freshwater |
Input Size | 1.0" |
Product Questions
For internal return pumps, we recommend Sicce Syncra pumps. The Syncra HF 12.0 has a max head of 17.05'. Iwaki makes great external pumps, the MD-70RLT is 1536 GPH and has a max head of 31.8'.
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