If i buy aqueon circulation do I still need air pump?
1302168
Yes you need the air pump too, the circulator on make the water move around .
1302169
Well it all depends on how you set up your tank. The idea behind a air pump is to break the surface tension of the water. This is how oxygen gets in the water. The bubbles from the air pump actually don't add oxygen to the water till they pop on the surface. So to answer your question directly. You don't need a air pump if you put the circulation jut under the surface of the water and aim it so you can see the water surface rippling a bit. One other thing if your using a hang on the back filter and not a canister filter you don't even need the circulation pump. The whole idea is to just keep the surface water moving. Well it all depends on how you set up your tank. The idea behind a air pump is to break the surface tension of the water. This is how oxygen gets in the water. The bubbles from the air pump actually don't add oxygen to the water till they pop on the surface. So to answer your question directly. You don't need a air pump if you put the circulation jut under the surface of the water and aim it so you can see the water surface rippling a bit. One other thing if your using a hang on the back filter and not a canister filter you don't even need the circulation pump. The whole idea is to just... » Read More Well it all depends on how you set up your tank. The idea behind a air pump is to break the surface tension of the water. This is how oxygen gets in the water. The bubbles from the air pump actually don't add oxygen to the water till they pop on the surface. So to answer your question directly. You don't need a air pump if you put the circulation jut under the surface of the water and aim it so you can see the water surface rippling a bit. One other thing if your using a hang on the back filter and not a canister filter you don't even need the circulation pump. The whole idea is to just keep the surface water moving. « Show Less
1302170
I don't use an air pump or stone in any of my tanks, I have 3. The air pump is to add oxygen to the tank, which a circulator does, aim it up to break the water, it let's gas be released also.
1302171
a circulation pump is just that, circulation. if you want air, yes you would need a different pump.
1302172
I didn't need an air pump in any of my 12 fish tanks. They get enough oxygen thru the HOB filter(s) I have in each tank.
1302173
I don't have any air pumps in my tank. I have salt water fish.if you have saltwater fish you could put one in but its not necessary
837633
It may not be, it depends on the bioload of the tank and the size/type of filter. If good circulation and surface movement is being achieved by the filter, extra airstones or wands are usually not necessary. Don't overstock the tank, and make sure your filter is adequate and you will likely not need extra airstones. Research the species you are keeping, some such as danios are adapted to more water current, others such as Angelfish and Bettas prefer still water.
601584
the filter is included in the aquarium not the air pump with bubbles, you would need to buy pump, air hose and air stone separately.
162755
No air pump included. You probably don't really need one, though, since the included hang-on-back filter causes plenty of surface agitation to aerate the water.
2160788
The tank does come with an air pump. The heater and filters are sold separately.
240794
We used an air compressor also. It is a pretty big float for a manual pump but one would work. as said by others, your pump would need a pointed end. This is our second season and just filled a couple days ago. Great for keeping you above water while it's still a little brisk.
899349
No air pump built in . I use a ex large air stone sm pump . Nice unit clones in 7-10 days. Nice compact unit
341947
You don't NEED a pump, but it sure makes it go a lot faster. Plus it has a really plastic-y aroma, so you might not want to have your mouth on it too long. I used an air compressor and had it filled in just a few minutes.
162757
It does not come with an air pump but a small $10 pump will work just fine with this tank.
1592750
you can use a pump, but would take all day. we bought an auto one like for an air mattress. worked will out on the river
1825946
Yup. But the air pump needs to be pretty strong. I'd say no less than 20 gallon tank strength and I'd guess 40 gallon tank rated air pump is pretty much the strength, though not sure how high you need to go.
2275235
you don't need a pump. But they are VERY hard. I returned them, and bought shark skins to replace these. The shark skins are durable, and don't hurt. I had one hit me hard, but just shocked me.
1837810
A pump is not included. It is recommended to inflate with a foot pump or air compressor (sold separate).
284482
It came with some tubing, but you need a cheap air pump for an aquarium that needs to be plugged in.
2033300
Yes, you will need an air pump. My tank is 10 gallon and I bought a bigger pump to get more air flow and a dual check valve splitter from Walmart to control the air. You can see my review under my id retho78.
1815630
Yes, you do need a pump. We have one that plugs into our car cigarette lighter and use that for our inflatables.
251715
Here on Amazon - type in air pump for aquarium - just a small plug in the wall pump that produces air, will need short hose to go from pump to filter (Lowe's, Home depot, etc.) take pump to hardware store and purchase a piece of clear hose how ever long you need it, it is inexpensive hose costing under $5.00