Boyu · Circulation / wavemaker
HL Crossflow Wave Pump
- Power
- 25–200 W
Long tanks where you want even flow across the whole front-to-back depth.
4 models
Dophin · Circulation / wavemaker
Dophin WP Wave Pump
A compact circulation pump on a suction-cup mount that tilts 100 degrees and swivels 360. Two sizes, rated 2000 and 5000 L/h.
Updated
2,000–5,000 L/h3.8–6 W2 models
Will it suit my tank?
litres
Best for
Adding gentle circulation to a larger planted tank to move CO2 and nutrients into dead spots.
Worth knowing
It gives steady flow only, no wave controller, and the WP-3000 can be too strong for tanks under about 200 litres.
What stands out
- 2000 or 5000 L/h
- Very low power, 3.8 or 6 W
- Tilting, swivelling suction mount
- Small body, 11.5 or 15.5 cm long
Models and specs
| Model | Flow | Power | Tank size | Dimensions (L × W × H) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WP-100053 0178 | 2,000 L/h | 3.8 W | 30–190 L | 11.5 × 5 × 8 cm |
| WP-300053 0179 | 5,000 L/h | 6 W | 190–380 L | 15.5 × 7 × 8 cm |
- Brand
- Dophin
- Figures quoted
- 230 V / 50 Hz version
- Mount
- Suction cup, 100 degree tilt, 360 degree rotation
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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- Flow
- 5,500 L/h
- Power
- 7–28 W
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WM-50 / WM-102 DC Wavemaker
- Flow
- 13,000 L/h
- Power
- 40 W
Large tanks where you want adjustable, pulsed circulation from a controller.
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- 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
Frequently asked questions
Quick answers about the Dophin WP Wave Pump, drawn from its specs.
What size tank is the Dophin WP Wave Pump for?
The maker rates it by model: WP-1000 up to 190 L, WP-3000 up to 380 L.
Who is the Dophin WP Wave Pump best for?
Adding gentle circulation to a larger planted tank to move CO2 and nutrients into dead spots.
Is there anything to watch out for with the Dophin WP Wave Pump?
It gives steady flow only, no wave controller, and the WP-3000 can be too strong for tanks under about 200 litres.
What are the alternatives to the Dophin WP Wave Pump?
Other pumps worth comparing: Boyu HL Crossflow Wave Pump, Boyu WM Series Wavemaker, Boyu WM-50 / WM-102 DC Wavemaker. Add any of them to the compare table to see the specs side by side.