Dophin · Circulation / wavemaker
WP Wave Pump
- Flow
- 2,000–5,000 L/h
- Power
- 3.8–6 W
Adding gentle circulation to a larger planted tank to move CO2 and nutrients into dead spots.
2 models
Boyu · Circulation / wavemaker
Boyu HL Crossflow Wave Pump
A tube-shaped crossflow pump that pushes a wide sheet of water along the tank, a bit like a gyre, and can also aerate. It uses a DC variable-speed drive with a digital display. Sizes run from a 20 cm unit to a 70 cm bar for very large aquariums.
Updated
25–200 W4 models
Will it suit my tank?
litres
Best for
Long tanks where you want even flow across the whole front-to-back depth.
Worth knowing
Boyu does not publish flow figures, and the two big models draw 100 to 200 W.
What stands out
- Wide, laminar sheet of flow
- DC variable speed with LED display
- Can aerate as well as circulate
- Lengths from about 20 to 70 cm
Models and specs
| Model | Power | Dimensions (L × W × H) |
|---|---|---|
| HL-200 | 25 W | 20.3 × 5.9 × 6.7 cm |
| HL-300 | 50 W | 29.4 × 5.9 × 6.7 cm |
| HL-10000 | 100 W | 59.4 × 10.5 × 16.5 cm |
| HL-25000 | 200 W | 69.5 × 12.3 × 19.3 cm |
- Brand
- Boyu
- Voltage
- AC 230/115 V, 50/60 Hz
- Drive
- DC variable frequency
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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streamON+
- Flow
- 3,500–9,500 L/h
- Power
- 2.5–12 W
High-tech planted tanks that need extra circulation to push CO2 and nutrients into dense stem groups.
3 models
SunSun · Circulation / wavemaker
CW Wavemaker
- Flow
- 4,000–20,000 L/h
- Power
- 10–60 W
Planted tanks from 50 cm up that need gentle, adjustable circulation.
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JVP Wavemaker
- Flow
- 2,000–24,000 L/h
- Power
- 2.5–48 W
Adding circulation to large planted tanks so CO2 and nutrients reach every plant.
16 models
Frequently asked questions
Quick answers about the Boyu HL Crossflow Wave Pump, drawn from its specs.
Who is the Boyu HL Crossflow Wave Pump best for?
Long tanks where you want even flow across the whole front-to-back depth.
Is there anything to watch out for with the Boyu HL Crossflow Wave Pump?
Boyu does not publish flow figures, and the two big models draw 100 to 200 W.
What are the alternatives to the Boyu HL Crossflow Wave Pump?
Other pumps worth comparing: Dophin WP Wave Pump, Eheim streamON+, SunSun CW Wavemaker. Add any of them to the compare table to see the specs side by side.
What sizes does the Boyu HL Crossflow Wave Pump come in?
4 options: HL-200, HL-300, HL-10000, HL-25000.