Jebao WP25 Information

[bdevillier]

I'm building a 60 gallon Lee mar that measures 48x16x16. I'm thinking 2 wp25 with the twin controller, would it be OK for a mixed reef? Also thinking of a DC return pump but not sure if I need the dc3000 or dc6000, any thoughts? Thanks

 

[sfsuphysics]

Can someone tell me the glass thickness the wp25 will work on? Would love to get 2 or 3 to keep the floor of my BB FOWL clean.

According to the manual 15mm, whcih is about 0.6 inches. However they kind of sorta hold onto 3/4"

 

[Ranlexus]

2 if you are going to cut them back or even alternate them.

Yeah I've heard they have a couple nice modes to sync them together .. What do you think? I'm waiting for someone to post a VIDEO of the twin controller in action .
Thanks

 

[Torx]

Can someone tell me the glass thickness the wp25 will work on? Would love to get 2 or 3 to keep the floor of my BB FOWL clean.

I had 2 in my 120 with 1/2 glass and no issues at all.

 

[SaltyBubbles]

How's the noise level on the WP40's? I'm going to be selling my MP60 and buying 2 WP40's for my 150g. I can't stand the noise level on my MP60; way too loud. Also, what is the best place to purchase these wp's at currently? Thanks!

 

[Sacohen]

They ate not noisy.

 

[007Bond]

How's the noise level on the WP40's? I'm going to be selling my MP60 and buying 2 WP40's for my 150g. I can't stand the noise level on my MP60; way too loud. Also, what is the best place to purchase these wp's at currently? Thanks!

Purchase wise,...I think fishstreet especially since your thinking two. They are offering the new controller for two pumps. I'm going to get the two WP60 package. The only thing I'm holding back on is I want shipping from their NJ warehouse.

 

[Torx]

How's the noise level on the WP40's? I'm going to be selling my MP60 and buying 2 WP40's for my 150g. I can't stand the noise level on my MP60; way too loud. Also, what is the best place to purchase these wp's at currently? Thanks!

I can not hear my WP40's over the everyday house noises, I turn them down at night through my Apex though. Just preferred is all. This WP-40's at 100% are quieter then my MP-10's that my wife had me turn to a constant speed and almost shut off at night due to the humming of ramping up and down.

 

[SaltyBubbles]

Thanks Steve and 007Bond for the reply.

Purchase wise,...I think fishstreet especially since your thinking two. They are offering the new controller for two pumps. I'm going to get the two WP60 package. The only thing I'm holding back on is I want shipping from their NJ warehouse.

How big is your tank 007Bond? Do you rec the wp60 instead of the 40's for a 150g? Also, are you requesting the NJ warehouse due to shipping costs? Thanks for the help.

 

[SaltyBubbles]

I can not hear my WP40's over the everyday house noises, I turn them down at night through my Apex though. Just preferred is all. This WP-40's at 100% are quieter then my MP-10's that my wife had me turn to a constant speed and almost shut off at night due to the humming of ramping up and down.

That helps a lot Torx! Thanks. I feel your pain. I set my MP60 to the weakest level at night and it's still singing to me ha. How were you able to hook up to your Apex? I have an Apex but I was under the impression it wouldn't connect for these wp's. Thank you.

 

[Sacohen]

Here are 3 links on how to connect them to an Apex.

Do a little research. I personally posted this info atleast 4 times on this forum alone.

Here are some links.

http://carolinareefers.com/showthread.php?8631-Wiring-amp-Controlling-a-Jebao-WP-Pump-to-an-Apex

This one seems to be the same wiring, but us has codes at the bottom.

http://www.pnwmas.org/forums/showthread.php?41285-Jebao-to-Apex-Wiring-and-Programming

This is one that I have posted in I think all 3 or 4 threads about the WP-10, WP-25, WP-40 and WP-60.

http://www.manhattanreefs.com/forum/general-discussion/143186-jebao-wp-40-a.html#post1311061

You can control 2 Jebao pumps with 1 Ethernet cable.

You can control the DC pumps as well, but I would not run any wave coding on the DC pumps, they don't respond as fast as the wavemakers.

 

[Torx]

That helps a lot Torx! Thanks. I feel your pain. I set my MP60 to the weakest level at night and it's still singing to me ha. How were you able to hook up to your Apex? I have an Apex but I was under the impression it wouldn't connect for these wp's. Thank you.

There is a DIY cable that you can make. Some people buy the Reef Angel cable and splice in an ethernet, I made mine from scratch and they work great. Just google jebao apex cable, I am sure you will come across threads, if not PM me and I will help you find the DIY's

 

[SaltyBubbles]

Thanks Steve for those links and thanks Torx for the info, very much appreciated. Time to get to work!

 

[007Bond]

Thanks Steve and 007Bond for the reply.



How big is your tank 007Bond? Do you rec the wp60 instead of the 40's for a 150g? Also, are you requesting the NJ warehouse due to shipping costs? Thanks for the help.

Yep,...just want to save some money on shipping. I can wait until they offer them out of NJ. I assume it won't be very long now that the Chinese New Year has passed. It looks like they are on pre order until 2/28 anyhow.

 

[Torx]

When they stock up that NJ warehouse, they will kill the market. These really are great. Anyone who thinks otherwise needs to ask themselves one question...

Why, after all the years that Apex has been out, why is it that Neptune Apex is talking with Jebao for the first Apex pump and over looked Vortec and all other brands over the years.

 

[Greenfanativ]

Just ordered my wp10 for my nano cant wait till it get in, too bad it is on backorder grrr

 

[Sacohen]

There is no need for an Apex pump, the Jebao work fine on Apex with a little mod to the RA cable. If anything Apex, should just make the cable needed to control the Jebao pumps.

 

[Torx]

There is no need for an Apex pump, the Jebao work fine on Apex with a little mod to the RA cable. If anything Apex, should just make the cable needed to control the Jebao pumps.

I wish they would. At first I thought that they were boycotting the company as Apex is mainstream such as Vortech etc, and was going to try and push them out of the North American market, but then I saw the pictures and info of the meeting they had and pretty near fell over. I am still surprised they have not made the cable, but at the end of the day, they are still going to want what will make them the most money, and understandably so.

I made my cable from scratch, a double cable actually, cheaper then doing 2 modded RA cables and looks even nicer IMHO.

 

[FastUno]

I just got my WP25 yesterday & HOLLY COW....I LOVE THIS THING!!!!!

I bought two, but DAMN I only have 1 connected & don't really see a pressing need for a second one. I may try the 2nd one just to see how it can affect flow.

Thank you Jebao for leveling the playing field!

Even if I get 2 years out of this thing, I will be more than happy. I have spent 2K on my lights & skimmer and they have only seen 2 years of use and I see signs of wear already, even from something that is "quality built." So I am ecstatic about these pumps.

My only concern is potential breaking of magnet holder on the inside. I have not read full thread, but do others worry about this too?

 

[Sacohen]

I'm surprised that they would be working with Jebao after the fact that Tunze (IIRC) had issues a cease and desist order to any US retailer trying to sell the Jebao pumps.
If Apex is going to be making a branded version of the Jebao pump then they may have some issues with Tunze based on copyright infringement.