Air pump or oxygen pump
An air pump or oxygen pump is used to provide oxygen to a pond. And oxygen is vital for a pond with plants and fish. Year-round. In summer, fish often suffer from lack of oxygen due to the hot weather. An air pump provides oxygen to the water and removes harmful gases. But an oxygen pump is also very important in winter. This is because it ensures that the pond remains ice-free.
How does an air pump work?
You put the oxygen pump next to the pond. Through a hose, the air pump then pumps air into your pond, providing additional oxygen. An air pump also uses air stones. Air stones are needed to get the air from an air pump directly into the pond. And they ensure that the air is properly distributed throughout the pond.
Connecting an oxygen pump is not difficult. When you buy a good pump it always comes with a clear and useful manual.
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An air pump is in operation 24/7. So buy a good quality air pump so it requires little maintenance, lasts longer and is energy efficient!
Buying an air pump
When you buy an air pump or oxygen pump, make sure you buy a quality pump. An oxygen pump is in operation 24/7 and is often outside as well. You don’t want to be constantly maintaining or even repairing the pump. A good quality pump may be slightly more expensive, but it uses less energy, requires much less maintenance and lasts much longer!
What else should I know about air pumps?
- Pay close attention to the capacity of the pump. The larger the pond, the more capacity you need.
- An oxygen pump keeps the pond ice-free. Chopping a wak in your pond is then unnecessary. Moreover, the vibrations caused by chopping are very dangerous for pond fish.
