IceCap Backup Battery V3

IceCap Backup Battery V3: Essential Protection for Your Aquarium

Power outages are inevitable, and when they happen, your fish and corals can perish in as little as 4 hours without water flow. The IceCap Backup Battery V3 provides an uninterrupted power source for your aquarium’s flow pumps, keeping them running when the power goes out. This backup system ensures your tank's environment stays safe and stable.

Key Features of the IceCap Backup Battery V3

• Updated for 2021: This model is 12V, like the original, providing familiar reliability.
• Automatic Activation: The battery turns on immediately after a power failure, ensuring no lapse in water flow.
• Run Two Pumps Simultaneously: Connect up to two flow pumps to the battery backup for continued operation.
• Extend Battery Life: You can double the run time of a single pump by connecting two battery backups.
• Compact and Easy to Install: Its sleek form allows for easy wall or stand mounting.
• Ready to Use: The box includes a power supply, pump adapters, and a user guide for quick setup.
• Compatible Pumps: Works with most 12-24 volt pumps from brands like Maxspect, IceCap, and Reef Octopus.

Why You Need the IceCap Backup Battery V3

A power failure can lead to an aquarium crash, which endangers your fish and corals. The IceCap Battery Backup V3 is designed to give you peace of mind by ensuring your aquarium flow pump continues operating during power outages. As a smart aquarium keeper, preparing for the unexpected is key to your success.

Common Causes of Power Failures

• Scheduled Outages: Routine utility maintenance can disrupt power; stay prepared with a battery backup.
• Unexpected Outages: Severe weather or accidents can damage power lines. A battery backup protects your tank during these events.
• Rolling Blackouts: During heatwaves, rotating outages can occur. Prevent oxygen levels from dropping with a backup battery.
• Natural Disasters: Earthquakes, wildfires, and hurricanes can cause major outages. Having a battery backup ensures your tank stays protected.

Compatible Pump Brands

The IceCap Backup Battery V3 is versatile and works with most 12-24 volt DC variable speed pumps. Some of the compatible brands include:

• Maxspect Gyre Pumps (all models)
• IceCap Gyre Pumps (including the IceCap Dual Pump WiFi Controller and HYDROS WaveEngine)
• Reef Octopus Octo Pulse Pumps (all models)

Important Note: The battery is NOT compatible with Reef Octopus VarioS Pumps, EcoTech pumps, Tunze, Jebao, or AI Nero pumps.

Detailed Specifications of the IceCap Battery Backup V3

• DC Charger Input: 100V to 240V, 50/60Hz
• DC Charger Output: 27V, 600MA
• Main Unit Output: 12V x 2.5A max
• Main Unit Input: 27V, 1A max
• Fuse: 250V, 10A, 5x20mm fast blow
• Capacity: 2.5Ah
• Size: 5.75in x 5in x 3.125in (WxLxH)
• Weight: 3.85lbs

What’s in the Box?

• IceCap Backup Battery
• Battery Charger
• Installation Cables
• User Guide

Best Practices for Operating and Maintaining the IceCap Backup Battery

For optimal performance, keep the IceCap Backup Battery V3 in an environment with a temperature of approximately 70°F. The battery’s lifespan depends on how often it cycles through discharges. Each discharge reduces its overall capacity and lifetime.

Battery Run Time Calculation

The IceCap Backup Battery V3 has a capacity of 2.5Ah. Here's how you can calculate the run time for your pump:

• Using Amps: If a pump draws 0.2 Amps, the battery will last 12.5 hours. (Formula: (2500 ÷ (0.2 x 1000) = 12.5 hours)
• Using Volts and Watts: If a pump draws 12V and 20 watts, the battery will last 1.5 hours. (Formula: (2500 x 12) ÷ (20 x 1000) = 1.5 hours)

Protect Your Aquarium with the IceCap Backup Battery V3

Don’t wait for a power outage to strike—equip your aquarium with the IceCap Battery Backup V3 today. This essential tool ensures the safety of your aquatic life by keeping pumps running and water flowing, even in the face of unexpected power failures. By following these best practices and preparing for the unexpected, you'll ensure that your fish, corals, and other aquatic life stay healthy and safe during power outages.

 

 

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