GC Tek PondKeeper Bio Media Filter PK2.5 Ponds 5,000 Gallons Fish loads 125lbs

Description

The PondKeeper filter system is all all-inclusive system with filter, UV Clarifier and Pump. The PondKeeper filter utilizes a totally unique backwashing jetting system GC Tec calls the "FLUFF-N-SPIN" system. Not only does the internal design of the filter allow for a "FLUFFING" of the media during backwash, but spins the bed and each individual piece of the PondKeeper media. This allows the media to stay clean and clear of debris, while holding on to the beneficial biologicals within the filter. There is no other like it. Due to " FLUFF-N-SPIN" agitation system and the design of the media, these units backwash beautifully using any low amperage Koi pond pumps.
GC Tek Pondkeeper PK 2.5 Media Filter Ponds 5,000 Gallons & 125 lbs Fish loads
The PondKeeper filter system is all all-inclusive system with filter, UV Clarifier and Pump. The PondKeeper filter utilizes a totally unique backwashing jetting system GC Tec calls the "FLUFF-N-SPIN" system. Not only does the internal design of the filter allow for a "FLUFFING" of the media during backwash, but spins the bed and each individual piece of the PondKeeper media. This allows the media to stay clean and clear of debris, while holding on to the beneficial biologicals within the filter. There is no other like it. Due to " FLUFF-N-SPIN" agitation system and the design of the media, these units backwash beautifully using any low amperage Koi pond pumps.
GC Tek Pondkeeper PK 2.5 Media Filter Ponds 5,000 Gallons & 125 lbs Fish loads
Model: PondKeeper 2.5; Size(cu. ft.): 2.5; Max Pond Size: 5,000 gallons; Flow Rate: 70 gallons per minute; Fish Load: 125 lbs; 21.5" x 39"
Complete with 1 HP Media Agitator; Two speed pumps are not necessary with the PondKeeper filter; Higher quality injection molded tank: Complete with 6 position Multiport valve that allows you to backwash, bypass to waste, bypass to recirculate, rinse.
Same Lifetime warranty as the AquaBead and AlphaONE line of filters; No clogging or channeling with normal backwashing; Performs both Biological and Mechanical filtering in one easy to care for unit
Each PondKeeper unit comes complete with 2" unions for quick, easy installation; Water drains on each unit;
Includes easy reading pressure gauge that tells you in an instant when the filter is dirty and needs backwashing; Easy to see sight glass to tell you when backwashing is done
FAQs & Calculations to Help Select the Correct Kit
1. How Many Gallons of Water does My Water Feature Hold?
Rectangular Ponds
Length x Width x Average Depth x 7.48 = Gallons
Example: A rectangular pond 15’ long, 10’ wide and 1.5’ Deep Pond is...
15’ x 10’ x 1.5’ x 7.48 = 1683 Gallons
Oval Ponds
Length x Width x Average Depth x 0.8 x 7.48 = Gallons
Example: An oval pond 15’ long, 10’ wide and 1.5’ deep is...
15’ x 10’ x 1.5’ x 7.48 = 1683 Gallons
Round Ponds
Length x Width x Average Depth x 7.48 =Gallons
Example: 15’ long, 10’ wide and 1.5’ Deep Pond
15’ x 10’ x 1.5’ x 7.48 = 1683 Gallons
Streams
Length x Width x Average Depth x 0.25 x 7.48 = GALLONS =Gallons
Example: 15’ long, 10’ wide and 1.5’ Deep Pond
15’ x 10’ x 1.5’ x 7.48 = 1683 Gallons
2. How Big of a Pump Do I Need??
Minimum pump size is determined by pond type, water volume, head height and friction loss. The minimum pump size recommendations are:
Water Garden, Few Small Goldfish
Circulate total pond water valoume every 2 hours.
Example: 2,000 GPH pump for a 3000-gallon pond with 2’ waterfall.
Fish Pond, Several Small Fish
Circulate total pond water valoume every 1 hour.
Example: 3,800 GPH pump for a 3000-gallon pond with 2’ waterfall.
Koi Pond, Several Large Fish
Circulate total pond water valoume every 3/4 hours.
Example: 2,000 GPH pump for a 3000-gallon pond with 2’ waterfall.
Calculating Head Height
Dynamic head pressure is found by taking the vertical height of your waterfall; the distance between where your pump is (typically in the skimmer) and where your waterfall is, and adding the static head pressure (pipe and fittings) 1’ for every 10’ of tubing and 1’ for every elbow or “T” fitting.
Example: 3' (vertical height) + 2.5 (25' of tubing) + 2' (for 2 elbows) = 7.5' of Dynamic Head Pressure
Note:
It is important to take into consideration while calculating how much flow will be at the top of your waterfall by accounting for the head height due to the laws of fluid dynamics. Please refer to the flow chart above to help choose the correct pump.
3. What Size Tubing Do I Need?
Tubing Size
Efficiency GPH
Minimum GPH
Maximum GPH
0.5”
< 300
60
420
0.75”
< 720
300
900
1”
< 1,200
700
1,500
1.25”
< 1,600
900
3,200
1.5”
< 2,600
2,000
4,400
2”
< 4,800
3,000
6,800
3”
< 9,000
6,000
14,000
4”
< 21,000
14,000
28,000
6”
< 42,000
33,000
60,000
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