IceCap FP-100 Aquarium Flow Pump
SKU: IC-FP-100
MSRP: $ 121.26
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- Robust Mid-Scale Propeller Flow: Delivers an adjustable volume of water up to 1,585 gallons per hour, engineered specifically for standard medium-sized display aquariums.
- Energy-Efficient 20-Watt Performance: Minimizes carbon footprints and unwanted heat transfer to the water column, drawing a maximum of just 20 watts (20W) at peak speed.
- Five Built-In Flow Presets: Programmed with five smart operating presets including Pulsing, Constant Flow, Stream, Random, and Cycle modes to mimic real marine currents.
- Integrated Photo-Sensing Night Mode: Features an automated light sensor that automatically drops the motor down to its lowest operational baseline speed when ambient room lights turn off.
- Industrial Magnetic Isolation Mounts: High-strength wet/dry rare-earth magnetic pads lock the pump safely across glass or acrylic walls up to 0.5 inches (0.5in) thick.
- One-Touch Livestock Feeding Pause: Equipped with a quick-access 20-minute feeding mode button that halts flow to let slow-moving fish or corals eat without food washing away.
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IceCap FP-100 Aquarium Flow Pump
The IceCap FP-100 Aquarium Flow Pump (SKU: IC-FP-100) is an authentic, highly customizable directional wavemaker distributed by CoralVue to provide vital water circulation in standard freshwater aquariums and medium-format marine reef environments. Healthy water motion is the literal life support line of a closed aquatic ecosystem; continuous flow drives surface gas exchange to maximize oxygen levels, prevents stagnant pockets where organic waste can settle, and continuously carries nutrients to live plants and filter-feeding coral polyps. Large, bulky powerheads look incredibly distracting in medium aquariums and can easily create localized high-pressure hot spots that blow loose substrate around. The IC-FP-100 solves this design hurdle by pairing a highly compact, low-profile internal pump body with an advanced external digital programmer.
Measuring a streamlined 3.1 x 2.4 x 2.4 inches including its internal magnetic base, the FP-100 blends seamlessly into the background scenery of your layout, preserving your display's raw visual focus. Despite its modest proportions, the pump utilizes an optimized propeller array to generate up to 1,585 gallons per hour of wide, comfortable water movement. The included controller features a physical adjustment knob and digital buttons to jump between 10 micro-adjustable speed steps and 5 distinct wave patterns, allowing you to establish anything from a gentle freshwater stream to a dynamic, irregular marine reef surge. Engineered with safety protections like smart voltage monitoring and water-shortage auto-shutoffs, the IceCap FP-100 brings professional-grade water management features to standard home aquariums.
Key Features:
Five Presets for Dynamic Wave Action: Choose between Pulsing (surging waves), Constant Flow (steady current), Stream (gradual ramping speeds), Random (irregular reef currents), and Cycle modes.
Automated Controller Security Lock: Features a built-in safety lock setting that temporarily disables the controller wheel and buttons to prevent accidental adjustment changes.
Protects Livestock Health: Wide-angle output nozzle spreads out the water pressure, preventing high-velocity hot spots so medium fish and invertebrates can swim comfortably.
Note: This complete wavemaker kit includes the standalone FP-100 submersible pump body with integrated wet-side magnetic mount, independent digital flow controller, external dry-side magnet pad, and low-voltage DC power supply block.
IceCap FP-Series Directional Flow Pump Matrix
What’s Included:
(1) IceCap FP-100 Submersible Flow Pump with Wet-Side Magnetic Base
(1) Programmable Digital Multi-Mode Flow Controller Module
(1) External Dry-Side Rare-Earth Magnet Mounting Pad
(1) 24V DC Power Supply Block with Detachable Power Cable
Technical Specs:
Official Manufacturing Title: IceCap FP-100 Aquarium Flow Pump
SKU / Factory Part Identifier: IC-FP-100
Maximum Volumetric Flow Output: 1,585 GPH (Gallons Per Hour)
Maximum Electrical Power Draw: 20 Watts at Peak Acceleration
Acceptable Glass Thickness Threshold: Up to 0.50 Inches (approx. 12mm) Maximum Limit
Total Submersed Pump Dimensions: 3.1"L x 2.4"W x 2.4"H (7.87 cm x 6.10 cm x 6.10 cm)
Digital Flow Speed Intervals: 10 Selectable Speed Tiers
Approved Operating Medium: Fully Certified for Freshwater and Saltwater Applications
FP-100 Pump Speed/Power Level Parameters:
| Speed | Voltage (A) | Power (W) | Flow Liters | Flow Gallons |
| 1 | 0.058 | 5 | 1000 | 264 |
| 2 | 0.093 | 3.5 | 1250 | 330 |
| 3 | 0.135 | 4.5 | 1450 | 383 |
| 4 | 0.181 | 5.5 | 1900 | 502 |
| 5 | 0.234 | 7.5 | 2550 | 674 |
| 6 | 0.294 | 9 | 3150 | 832 |
| 7 | 0.359 | 10 | 3650 | 964 |
| 8 | 0.43 | 15 | 4550 | 1202 |
| 9 | 0.51 | 17 | 5260 | 1309 |
| 10 | 0.63 | 20 | 6000 | 1585 |
Warranty
CoralVue, Inc. hereby guarantees this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of:
- 1 Year
Warranty is activated on the date of purchase.
This Standard Limited Warranty applies and is limited as follows:
- To the product only as long as it remains in the possession of the original purchaser.
- To the product that has not been subject to accident, misuse or abuse.
- To the product that has not been modified, altered, defaced, or had repairs made or attempted by other than CoralVue, Inc.
- That CoralVue be immediately notified in writing within ten (10) days of first knowledge of defect by owner or his agent.
- That CoralVue, Inc. shall be given first opportunity to make any repairs, replacements or corrections to the defective construction within a reasonable period of time.
- Under no circumstances shall CoralVue and/or the Manufacturer be liable by virtue of this warranty or otherwise for damage to any person or property whatsoever for any special, indirect, secondary or consequential damages of any nature however arising out of the use or inability to use because of the product defect.
Instructions:
- Unbox your IC-FP-100 kit carefully. Separate the internal pump block from the external dry-side magnet. Warning: Keep the two powerful magnets safely apart during unboxing to avoid sharp finger pinches.
- Wipe clean the interior and exterior glass surfaces where you want to mount the pump to remove any fine sand or algae that could scrape your tank walls.
- Submerge the pump assembly completely in your tank water, holding it below the waterline. Tilt the pump slightly to let any trapped air bubbles escape from the front propeller cage.
- Hold the internal pump body in place against the glass, and guide the external dry-side magnet into position from the outside until the magnets couple securely. Do not snap the magnets together directly; slide them inward to protect the glass panel.
- Mount the digital controller on your dry cabinet wall using its built-in hanging mount, route the pump's power cable with a safe drip loop to prevent water from running down the cord, and plug the power supply into a wall outlet.
- Use the controller's central knob and buttons to select your desired flow mode preset and power intensity percentage, adjusting the pivoting pump mount by hand to aim the flow direction.
Pro Tips:
- Position the Pump Towards the Surface for Maximum Oxygenation and Film Removal. To maximize gas exchange and eliminate that unsightly organic oil film that forms on top of stagnant aquarium water, aim your FP-100 slightly upward towards the water surface. Adjust the pivoting head until you see a rolling ripple on the surface without creating a loud splashing sound. This rolling agitation continuously breaks up organic biofilms, driving dissolved oxygen into the water column to support healthy biological filtration and respiration.
- Clean the Magnetic Bases Thoroughly After Performing Substrate Sand Maintenance. Whenever you are cleaning your tank substrate, scraping algae near the bottom glass, or rearranging rockwork, fine grains of mineral sand or quartz can easily float up and get trapped between the pump's magnetic pads and the glass. If you need to adjust or slide the pump to a new position, always lift the external dry magnet completely off first rather than dragging it. This simple habit keeps trapped grit from leaving deep, permanent scratches across your glass or acrylic panels.
- Perform a Simple Vinegar Soak Every 90 Days to Prevent Hard Calcium Lock. Continuous exposure to aquarium water will slowly cause organic film and hard calcium scaling to accumulate along the internal impeller shaft. To keep your pump running quietly and efficiently, pull the pump out every three months. Twist the front flow cage counter-clockwise to open the body, slide the propeller assembly out, and soak the wet-side components in a 50/50 mix of warm fresh water and white vinegar for 30 minutes. This dissolves stubborn mineral crusts, keeps your motor running silent, and prevents premature motor burnouts.