Is this a good pump.

I found this at 50% off its regular price, its a really good deal, but good deals usually means not a good product, so thats why I am asking you guys "Catalina Aquarium CA 3000 Aquarium Pump 1000 GPH" Powerful output & high efficiency. Submersible in Fresh or Saltwater. Multi-purpose superior design & low energy consumption. Produces a lot of air silently. Connect with PVC or flexible hose - connector can be firmly tightened. Mass Air Input with cool down function. Changeable flow direction and adjustable flow volume. Multifunctional - Large Volume Capacity. Ceramic Shaft.
60w

 

Looks basically like a RIO to me, 1000gph at 60watts, they seem to cost very little on amazon...dunno for a main tank maybe have a backup...

 

Here is a rating I just found...for 38bucks for that model...yeah seems like it wont last very long...


This pump lasted ONE WEEK! Was pumping clean water- no trash water. Impeller broke as it is most likely made from inferior plastic. I thought I was getting a bargain, as pumps with similar GPH ratings cost considerably more. This is most definitely a case of - you get what you pay for. I would recommend buying this pump if you like throwing your money away and doing things twice. Save yourself the pain and spent a little more for a better pump, as this pump isn't worth the packaging it comes in.

 

hahaha! I kind of thought that would be the case, I didn't see that, there was 2 reviews for the pimp, one rated 5 star and the other 4, don't sound like a 5 or 4 star rating to me.

 

Might be ok...but just have a backup...at the price you could buy three for the price of an eheim, rio, magdrive....ect

 

did I say pimp?

 

Will I think i will put in my order: it is as follows.
Vinyl Tubing 3/4" ID Black 5'
CD-25769 Directional U-Tube For 3/4" - 1" tubing
CD-27274 Plastic Clamps "G" for 3/4" OD $1.49 x = $5.96
CD-34166 Maxi-Jet Submersible Utility Pumps Model 4500 - 1,175gph
TOM Aquarium Aqua Lifter Pump 3.5gph flow rate to 30 inches height
Ball Valve - 3/4 in.

 

Looks good, man black tubing wish I had thought of that, might be upgrading...