"KurtG" wrote in message
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http://www.aquariumguys.com/silentairpump.html

I've heard that these pumps are a good investment for power outages (which
we frequently have in my locale).

The book that I'm reading implies that with a tall tank (like mine) and
lots of live rock (like mine), that the fishes could suffocate fairly
quickly.

Any comments?

--Kurt




If you happen to be home when the power goes out, there is a simple and
inexpensive fix. You can get an ac inverter that changes 12DC to 110AC. Some
of the home improvement stores like Lowe's or Home Depot carry a 300 watt
inverter for $30 or $40. You simply plug it into the cigarette lighter in
your car and run an extension cord to your tank. Then you can run alot of
your normal accessories just by plugging them into the extension cord. No
need to buy special pumps or heaters