Using a mouse pad to dampen pump noise?

[NickBee]

I’ve read that you can use a generic neoprene mouse pad under a return pump to quiet things down. I currently have a wad of filter pad under my Mag 7 but I’m concerned that it might produce nitrates eventually. Is a mouse pad better for this purpose?

Thanks!

 

[reeftanker04]

I would think a mouse pad would reduce vibrations, yes.

 

[bnhd3]

i bought some silicone pot holders from walmart to use under my mag 9.5 return and mag 12 skimmer pump. they work great!

 

[dippin61]

just silicone small little dabs on the bottom of the pump.. voila! silicone feet to dampen the sound.

 

[NickBee]

<a href=showthread.php?s=&postid=9232683#post9232683 target=_blank>Originally posted</a> by bnhd3
i bought some silicone pot holders from walmart to use under my mag 9.5 return and mag 12 skimmer pump. they work great!

Thats a good tip! the type with the bumps? I might even have an extra one in the kitchen!