Laughably cheap pump that works? (Project Completed!)

[VanGoghComplex]

I need a knockoff trash pump, but one that works.

I don't need reliability; it won't be installed in my machine. I'm building a "filling and bleeding kit" for my loop, which basically consists of an external pump, reservoir, and a couple QDC fittings. The idea is to use the external pump to prime the system, then turn on the internal pump for a while to debubble, then use the QDC fittings to take the external setup out of the loop.

Any suggestions? High flow rate would be nice, but I don't expect much given what I'm asking for. =)

 

[jwimsett]

https://www.amazon.com/Cytec-Coolin...1481901662&sr=8-2&keywords=water+cooling+pump

12.00

be careful with the barbs though

Edit: I've never used this pump, so I dont know the reliability

Edit 2: No need for res with this pump. just throw it in a bucket of fluid with a hose on the output. Says its submersible.

 

[VanGoghComplex]

https://www.amazon.com/Cytec-Coolin...1481901662&sr=8-2&keywords=water+cooling+pump

12.00

be careful with the barbs though

Edit: I've never used this pump, so I dont know the reliability

Edit 2: No need for res with this pump. just throw it in a bucket of fluid with a hose on the output. Says its submersible.

That looks perfect. Ordered. =D

 

[thesmokingman]

Priming pump? Get a submersible aquarium pump.

 

[VanGoghComplex]

Priming pump? Get a submersible aquarium pump.

Looks more or less like that's what I ordered.

 

[thesmokingman]

Looks more or less like that's what I ordered.

Stronger, better outlet with adapters...

https://smile.amazon.com/Esky-Submersible-Aquarium-Powerhead-Hydroponic/dp/B00SGMI0WE/

 

[VanGoghComplex]

Here she is, the Janky Dialysis Machine!

This contraption lets me prime a loop under external power and with an external supply. Very helpful for the reservoir-deficient rig pictured below:

 

[HeavensCloud]

Lol, very pretty.

 

[Nebulous]

So long as it works right? lmao

 

[Chapeau]

Hahaha this is great!

No chance of routing the QDC's somewhere nice and tidy? Into the back panel or something?

 

[VanGoghComplex]

Hahaha this is great!

No chance of routing the QDC's somewhere nice and tidy? Into the back panel or something?

Well, they don't look too terrible when the external kit is out of the loop: