PULACO 95 GPH 5W Mini Water Pump

The PULACO PL-128-1 is a mini submersible pump rated at 95 GPH on 5W. It can raise water up to 3.0 ft, has an adjusting knob for flow, and measures just 1.8 x 1.8 x 1.4 inches. It ships with 3 suction cups, one 0.33 nozzle and 3.3ft of tubing.

Built for small jobs

This is a pump for small spaces: tabletop fountains, nano tanks, small water gardens and hydroponic trays. Its size makes it easy to hide behind decor or plants.

Mounting

The three suction cups hold it to glass or a smooth basin wall. That keeps it off the substrate, where it would pull in sand, and lets you aim the outlet where you want it.

Flow and lift

The 95 GPH rating applies at zero lift. At the 3.0 ft maximum, flow stops. For a small fountain or a short return to a hang-on filter, that is plenty. Turn the knob down when you need gentle current, such as in a betta tank.

Aquarium uses

• Breaking up dead spots in a nano tank.
• Feeding a small DIY top filter or algae scrubber.
• Top-off from a reservoir with a float switch setup.

Cleaning

No tools needed. Separate the parts by hand, rinse the impeller, and reassemble. Small pumps clog quickly with debris, so check it often in tanks with sand or plants.

Fry and shrimp

The intake can pull in baby fish and shrimp. Cover it with a small sponge, such as a piece of AQUANEAT cut-to-size sponge.

Bigger options

For more flow, step up to the PULACO 160 GPH pump. Always keep any pump fully submerged and add a drip loop in the cord.

Check the intake and fittings once a month so a slow clog or loose connection never catches you by surprise.