Dophin · Battery / AC-DC
BP-1 Battery Air Pump
- Air output
- 0.4 L/min
- Tank size
- 30–60 L
Keeping fish or shrimp oxygenated in a bag or bucket on the way home, or during a power cut.
1 model
Boyu · Battery / AC-DC
Boyu S-1800 AC/DC Air Pump
A twin-outlet air pump that switches automatically to its internal rechargeable battery, or an external 6 V DC source, when the mains goes off. Keeps oxygen flowing through a power cut.
Updated
8 L/min1 model
Will it suit my tank?
litres
Best for
Keepers in areas with regular power outages who want aeration to carry on without them.
Worth knowing
Boyu does not state battery run time for this model.
What stands out
- Automatic switch between mains, internal battery and external DC
- 2 x 4 L/min
- Battery charge protection
- 10 W
Specs
| Model | Air output | Outlets | Power | Dimensions (L × W × H) | Output |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S-1800 | 8 L/min | 2 | 10 W | 20.6 × 14.9 × 9.6 cm | 2 x 4 L/min |
- Brand
- Boyu
- Voltage
- AC 230/115 V / DC 6 V
- Pressure
- 0.012 MPa
Figures from the maker's published specifications. Makers revise products, so check the current figures before buying. Photos supplied by the brand or its distributor.
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- Air output
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- Tank size
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- Air output
- 0.5 L/min
- Tank size
- 30–120 L
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- Air output
- 12–16 L/min
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Frequently asked questions
Quick answers about the Boyu S-1800 AC/DC Air Pump, drawn from its specs.
Who is the Boyu S-1800 AC/DC Air Pump best for?
Keepers in areas with regular power outages who want aeration to carry on without them.
Is there anything to watch out for with the Boyu S-1800 AC/DC Air Pump?
Boyu does not state battery run time for this model.
What are the alternatives to the Boyu S-1800 AC/DC Air Pump?
Other air pumps worth comparing: Dophin BP-1 Battery Air Pump, Dophin BP-188 AC/DC Air Pump, Dophin BP-189 AC/DC Air Pump. Add any of them to the compare table to see the specs side by side.
How do I compare the Boyu S-1800 AC/DC Air Pump with similar products?
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