Dual Powerhead

[mc524]

I bought a Dual Powerhead. It's a Aquatop CP-24 3170 gal/hr. I originally wanted just the single, but were not in stock (no date given). It has great flow, actually too much for my current tank. I am thinking about removing one of the impellers. My thinking is, reduce it to half, giving me more placement options, and move less sand around. I have had installed for several months now, just never tried this...but been bugging me.
Anyone see a problem doing this in regards to the internal motor?

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[johniii]

If you remove the impeller. The motor will over amp and burn out.

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[mc524]

Yeah that was what I was thinking might happen. Wasnt sure how these little guys worked inside.

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[frantz]

you could try to disrupt the flow some. Ratings are based on max output, doesn't mean there aren't alternatives to fighting (-=

 

[mc524]

Yeah I had thought about limiting the input a bit...like with pantyhose or the like. That or zip tying the same material to the output.

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[frantz]

Don't limit input, only output. Limiting input can put strain on the pump from everything I've read. Output and you're okay.

 

[mc524]

Well I would think either way I would put more strain on it. Either on the suction side or head side unless I make the diverter further out. Which... Ehhh is going to make this PH massive I may just toss a timer on it. At least until I can find a bigger tank.

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