{"product_id":"aquaillumination-axis-return-pump","title":"AquaIllumination Axis Controllable DC Return Pump","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSmart, controllable return flow for your sump or all-in-one.\u003c\/strong\u003e The AquaIllumination Axis is a compact, controllable DC centrifugal return pump that brings smart-pump features to smaller and mid-sized aquariums. Enjoy adjustable flow, quiet DC operation, and output calibration, all wirelessly controlled from the free MyAI or Mobius app. Available in three sizes for tanks up to 20, 40, or 90 gallons. Explore more \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/collections\/aquaillumination\"\u003eAquaIllumination gear\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:16px 0 4px;font-size:1.05em;font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;border-left:4px solid #666;padding-left:8px;\"\u003eWhy the Axis\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eControllable DC return pump with quiet, energy-efficient operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThree built-in modes: Schedule for changing flow over time, Feed to briefly slow flow at feeding, and Calibrate to tune min, max, and neutral levels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutput calibration keeps the pump running without flow to help prevent back-siphoning and air bubbles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact form factor that fits sumps, rear chambers, and all-in-one aquariums, and works well feeding media reactors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWireless control through the free MyAI or Mobius app, plus MXM compatibility with Neptune Apex\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes two barbed output nozzles, 0.75 in and 1.0 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:16px 0 4px;font-size:1.05em;font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;border-left:4px solid #666;padding-left:8px;\"\u003eChoose your size\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"border-collapse:collapse;width:100%;font-size:0.95em;\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMax flow\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended tank\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrice\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eAxis 20\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e185 GPH\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eUp to 20 gallons\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e$99.99\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eAxis 40\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e400 GPH\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eUp to 40 gallons\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e$129.99\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eAxis 90\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e925 GPH\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eUp to 90 gallons\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e$169.99\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:16px 0 4px;font-size:1.05em;font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;border-left:4px solid #666;padding-left:8px;\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"border-collapse:collapse;width:100%;font-size:0.95em;\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eControllable DC centrifugal return pump, submersible\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMax flow\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e185 to 925 GPH depending on model\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMax head\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eUp to about 10 ft on the Axis 90\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eControl\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eMyAI and Mobius apps, MXM compatible with Neptune Apex\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOutlets\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e0.75 in and 1.0 in barbed nozzles included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:16px 0 4px;font-size:1.05em;font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;border-left:4px solid #666;padding-left:8px;\"\u003eWhat is included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1x Axis centrifugal pump\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1x 0.75 in barbed output nozzle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1x 1.0 in barbed output nozzle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1x power supply\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:16px 0 4px;font-size:1.05em;font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;border-left:4px solid #666;padding-left:8px;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this a return pump or a powerhead?\u003c\/strong\u003e The Axis is a return pump, meant to push water from your sump back to the display. For in-tank circulation, see the AquaIllumination Nero powerheads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it need to be submerged?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, the Axis is designed to run fully submerged in your sump or rear chamber.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I control it?\u003c\/strong\u003e Wirelessly through the free MyAI or Mobius app. Control through Neptune Apex requires the MXM module, sold separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFreshwater or saltwater?\u003c\/strong\u003e The Axis works in both freshwater and saltwater systems.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AquaIllumination","offers":[{"title":"Axis 20","offer_id":49168557474011,"sku":"253538","price":99.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Axis 40","offer_id":49168557506779,"sku":"253539","price":129.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Axis 90","offer_id":49168557539547,"sku":"253540","price":169.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0767\/5209\/3403\/files\/axis20-w-controller_89e024f1-c554-4ef8-816b-e3f092000d85.webp?v=1787391721","url":"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/aquaillumination-axis-return-pump","provider":"Squeaky's Aquatics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}