Axis 90 Centrifugal Pump (925GPH) - Aqua Illumination
UPC: 704335295130
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The Axis 90 Centrifugal Pump is Aqua Illumination's answer to the demand for a smart, space-efficient return pump that doesn't cut corners on control. Running on a variable DC motor with a maximum draw of 40W, it delivers up to 925 GPH of flow with a max head of approximately 10 feet — practical figures for reef and fish-only systems in the 30–90 gallon range. The silent DC motor keeps noise to a minimum, which matters in living spaces where equipment hum is a constant irritant.
Control is handled through AI's established ecosystem. The myAI and Mobius apps provide scheduling, mode switching, and real-time adjustments from any iOS or Android device. For hobbyists running a Neptune Apex controller, the MXM module enables full Apex Fusion integration, allowing the Axis 90 to participate in automation routines alongside other Apex-connected equipment. This cross-platform compatibility is a genuine practical advantage rather than a marketing checkbox.
Three operating modes cover the most common pump management needs. Schedule mode lets you build a time-based flow profile with variable output levels throughout the day. Feed mode temporarily reduces flow to keep food circulating in the water column rather than being pulled into the overflow. Calibrate mode sets the pump's operational floor and ceiling — useful for dialing in flow precisely and ensuring the pump behaves predictably within your system's plumbing. Coordinated Feed and Maintenance modes allow a single button press on one AI pump to trigger the same mode across all connected AI pumps simultaneously.
A notable reliability feature is back-siphon prevention. When the pump would otherwise power off, it instead continues running without producing flow. This keeps the siphon break intact and prevents the air intrusion that causes noisy re-priming when the pump returns to normal operation. The pump ships with both a 0.75" and a 1.0" barbed output nozzle, covering the most common return line sizes, along with a power supply. Sump footprint is modest at 2.91" diameter — measure your sump chamber before ordering if space is tight, but this unit fits most standard configurations.
Overview
Smart Flow. Precise Control.
The Axis 90 combines a quiet DC motor with app-based programming and Neptune Apex compatibility, giving you reliable, programmable return flow for tanks up to 90 gallons.
App & Controller Integration
- Compatible with myAI and Mobius apps on iOS and Android
- Neptune Apex integration available via MXM module
- Coordinate Feed and Maintenance modes across all connected AI pumps
Three Operating Modes
- Schedule: build custom time-based flow profiles with variable output
- Feed: temporarily reduce flow during feeding to keep food in the water column
- Calibrate: set minimum, maximum, and neutral flow levels for your system
Reliable, Quiet Operation
- Variable DC motor, 40W max power consumption
- Back-siphon prevention keeps pump spinning to avoid air intrusion on restart
- Compact 2.91" diameter body fits most standard sump chambers
Features
Dimensions & Nozzle Size Callouts
The diagram shows the Axis 90's physical footprint — 2.91" diameter by 7.75" tall — with callouts identifying the included 0.75" (20mm) and 1.0" (25mm) barbed output nozzle options.
Flow Rate & Tank Size Reference
This specifications chart presents the Axis 90's rated flow of 925 GPH (3,500 LPH), max head of ~10 ft (3m), and recommended tank size of up to 90 gallons alongside dimensional data.
Specifications
AXIS 90 CENTRIFUGAL PUMP
- Dimensions
- 2.91" Diameter x 7.75" Tall
- Max Head
- ~10 ft (3m)
- Flow Rate
- ~925 GPH (3,500 LPH)
- Power Consumption
- Variable, 40W max
- Recommended Tank Size
- Up to 90 gallons
- Barbed Output Nozzle Sizes
- 0.75" (20mm) | 1.0" (25mm)