VarioS return pump connected to Hydros controller (and where to buy Hydros accessories around here)?

[Alexander1312]

Did anyone connect this return pump to a Hydros controller?

If yes, can you please confirm the following:

The pump will be connected to the Drive port? Or a different port?

The app will be able to fine tune the flow, and if yes, how detailed can the flow be regulated?

Lastly, does anyone know where Hydros accessories can be bought in store around here?

 

[Adauqua]

AFAIK, you need Hydros WaveEngine to connect the VarioS pump (connected to "Direct Port" or "Out 0-10v Port)
- https://www.coralvuehydros.com/product-support/hydros-waveengine

You can only connect a very small pump (1-5w, like ATO pump) to "Driver port"

Neptune and Aqua lab in SJ carry Hydros accessories (limited, not all)

 

[derek_SR]

I have two varios pumps on a wave engine. You can set the speed in 1% increments, as well as put the pump on a schedule for variability by time or day.

 

[Adauqua]

List of pump compatible with Hydros WE - https://www.coralvuehydros.com/is-my-pump-compatible/

 

[Darkxerox]

I think you might need one of the multi pump connectors. I've been talking to CV support lately and they've been really fast to respond. https://support.coralvue.com/

 

[Adauqua]

@Alexander1312 -- If your VarioS has the 0-10v connection port on the pump’s controller, then you don't need Hydros WE, you can use your X4 + its "Out 0-10V purple port" + this cable https://www.coralvue.com/hydros-0-10v-quad-cable

 

[Alexander1312]

I think you might need one of the multi pump connectors. I've been talking to CV support lately and they've been really fast to respond. https://support.coralvue.com/

@Alexander1312 -- If your VarioS has the 0-10v connection port on the pump’s controller, then you don't need Hydros WE, you can use your X4 + its "Out 0-10V purple port" + this cable https://www.coralvue.com/hydros-0-10v-quad-cable

Thank you! Yes, I have been using this cable for my lights, and there is a 0-10 V port on the controller, so I would only need the cable and can connect the pump to my wave engine (my X4 port is already used for the lights). Thanks again!

 

[Alexander1312]

I have two varios pumps on a wave engine. You can set the speed in 1% increments, as well as put the pump on a schedule for variability by time or day.

I have just found this in my boxes. I assume this is a more elegant way to connect the pump to the controller - the way you have connected yours? Unfortunately, my four gyres are using all of the ports already, and I am not sure how or if the quad cable can be used to connect to the maxpspect gyres.

 

[derek_SR]

I have just found this in my boxes. I assume this is a more elegant way to connect the pump to the controller - the way you have connected yours? Unfortunately, my four gyres are using all of the ports already, and I am not sure how or if the quad cable can be used to connect to the maxpspect gyres.

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Yes. You can run the pump using a 10v but it’s kind of pointless since you still need to use the power supply and varios controller and can simply program the pump that way, no?

 

[robert4025]

I carry a lot of Hydros accessories. Was thinking about getting rid of the line completely but now that BRS doesn’t carry any of the stuff anymore, I will be bringing in more of the products and accessories.

You can find out my real time availability of their products here…

Hydros CoralVue | Neptune Aquatics, Inc.

www.neptuneaquatics.com

If you can put an item in your cart, chances are I have it in the shop.

 

[Alexander1312]

Yes. You can run the pump using a 10v but it’s kind of pointless since you still need to use the power supply and varios controller and can simply program the pump that way, no?

Yes, I also thought connecting it directly to the WE probably has some advantages. I am very keen on being able to dial in the return pump flow via an app. Seems like this would work (if I had a slot left to plug it in). Need to add another WE….

 

[Alexander1312]

I carry a lot of Hydros accessories. Was thinking about getting rid of the line completely but now that BRS doesn’t carry any of the stuff anymore, I will be bringing in more of the products and accessories.

You can find out my real time availability of their products here…

Hydros CoralVue | Neptune Aquatics, Inc.

www.neptuneaquatics.com

If you can put an item in your cart, chances are I have it in the shop.

Unfortunately, you do not have in stock (or carry) any of the items I need. It would definitely be a great idea to carry these, as we have a lot of Hydros fanboys in this club.

 

[Darkxerox]

Unfortunately, you do not have in stock (or carry) any of the items I need. It would definitely be a great idea to carry these, as we have a lot of Hydros fanboys in this club.

I might have a wave engine LE available soon if you need, just got a wave engine v2 from @robert4025 . I figure if I keep buying his Hydros stuff he'll have to order more lol

 

[Alexander1312]

I might have a wave engine LE available soon if you need, just got a wave engine v2 from @robert4025 . I figure if I keep buying his Hydros stuff he'll have to order more lol

Seems like all return pump roads lead to you. However, I would need the Tunze small return pump the WE LE ASAP. How soon could we make this happen?

 

[robert4025]

I might have a wave engine LE available soon if you need, just got a wave engine v2 from @robert4025 . I figure if I keep buying his Hydros stuff he'll have to order more lol

LOL..well, you’re not wrong. I have no problem bringing in products that will move. However, this particular ones hasn't been a good mover for years so the stuff just sat on the shelf for a long time. So, we’ll see!

 

[Arvin R]

LOL..well, you’re not wrong. I have no problem bringing in products that will move. However, this particular ones hasn't been a good mover for years so the stuff just sat on the shelf for a long time. So, we’ll see!

Once the Maven finally comes out and can proves it's accurate and reliable I'm sure a lot more users will switch to Hydros.