Battery backup mp40

[Silverni2]

Does anybody know if a computer battery backup will be powerful enough to run an mp40? Best buy sells a univeral battery backup unit for computers with the impending storm I was thinking if I kept my mp 40 running it might buy me several hours if my power goes out?
Any thoughts?
Thanks

 

[natesreef]

i have my power heads hooked up to a computer back up, depending on what the battery is rated i would double that time and you probably will have power for that long. my backup has 4 plugs but im only using two to save energy. Also, an mp40 uses less power than a computer

 

[fifty50]

i'm going to be building a DIY battery backup today. if you google it, you'll find a few DIY articles on various sites. seems pretty simple.

12v 18ah battery
12v float charger
1.3mm DC connector size H
inline fuse w/ 1a fuse

issue i came across is radio shack only has a 12v 7ah battery so i may just pick this up and get a bit less than half of the power rating from 18ah which is 72hr's for a mp10 so if i get almost 2 days i think i should be good.

 

[ryangrieder]

why not just get a vortech battery back up and call it a day? i have one and love it.

 

[fifty50]

why not just get a vortech battery back up and call it a day? i have one and love it.

to save about $100. and most LFS' don't have them in stock.

 

[nate82]

i'm going to be building a DIY battery backup today. if you google it, you'll find a few DIY articles on various sites. seems pretty simple.

12v 18ah battery
12v float charger
1.3mm DC connector size H
inline fuse w/ 1a fuse

issue i came across is radio shack only has a 12v 7ah battery so i may just pick this up and get a bit less than half of the power rating from 18ah which is 72hr's for a mp10 so if i get almost 2 days i think i should be good.

Same, a friend will be here with mine in an hour or two. This storm better hit hard. haha

 

[Silverni2]

Thanks for the ideas guys I picked up 2 60 dollar back up batteries should last me three hours or more on each one! I'm in Philly burbs so I'm not near the water like u ny or jersey peeps. Ryan what did that mp40 back up cost u and how long will it run on a charge? For u diy guys might not pay u for 60 bucks u can buy one complete?
Thanks and good luck don't forget to feed ur fish and coral now so ur systems can process the waste before we lose power

 

[jcs11236]

i believe the vortech back up cost 165
VorTech Battery Backup, your tank is insulated from power interruptions for up to 36 hours with the MP40w and up to 72 hours with the MP10 and MP20

 

[Silverni2]

Wow that's worth the money! That what I love about this hobby the fish are always in ur pocket!! Lol

 

[ryangrieder]

took this from russ on saltwater critters. im sure russ is ok with it...



Details:
In an aquarium with no flow, fish and corals begin to die in as little as 4 to 10 hours. The VorTech Battery Backup is reef tank insurance in an aluminum housing. By adding the VorTech Battery Backup, your tank is insulated from power interruptions for up to 36 hours with the MP40w and up to 72 hours with the MP10 and MP20.

Don't wait until after the power outage saying 'I should have purchased the emergency battery backup' when you could be the one saying, 'wow, I'm glad I had the emergency battery backup!'.

Product Features

• Backup power for 30 or more hours on a VorTech Pump
• Can connect to another Battery Backup for two times the run time
• Comes with trickle charger so you're always prepared
• Complete package comes with all the wiring cable needed

Product Benefits

• Designed to power the EcoTech Marine VorTech Pump
• Knowing you are a responsible reef keeper
• Vacation better, sleep better, peace of mind

Specifications

• 18 Amp-Hour 12-volt sealed battery
• Powder-coated white aluminum housing
• Dimensions (L x W x H): 9" x 7" x 3.25" (228mm x 177mm x 82.5mm)

i run 2 mp10 with this. i get 72 hours with the unit.

 

[Long-Island-Mike]

+1 on the vortech BB. I have a generator all ready to go, but still have the vortech just in case.

 

[kres1024]

Just build a back up half the price last longer...

 

[electricman]

So u can only run one pump at a time is that it? I just bought 2 mp40 also battery back up do I need another back up?

 

[Long-Island-Mike]

No, you can run 2 mp40's with the one battery back up.

 

[Gwiz3005]

I just opened my brand new mp40 battery backup and plugged it in. Irene gave me a good reason to finally order it on Tuesday. I always thought buying corals was a better option. The thought of my tank crashing is a nightmare, especially due to something I could prevent or mitigate. Hopefully, we don't lose power, but this seems like a pretty good insurance policy.

 

[fifty50]

Just build a back up half the price last longer...

I did earlier. Piece of cake and I'm not very DIY either. Largest battery I could find locally was 7ah. I may pick up another tomorrow and wire it up in parallel. Then return the two and replace with a proper 18ah. Just need something to get me through Irene!

Even with the two batteries and other parts, it will cost under $100. When I get a proper 18ah battery, will cost about $70. May not be as pretty but it does the same thing and keeps a Benjamin in my pocket for something else. Also a quick fix instead of scrambling to fine the vortech and pay LFS premiums.

 

[kres1024]

I did earlier. Piece of cake and I'm not very DIY either. Largest battery I could find locally was 7ah. I may pick up another tomorrow and wire it up in parallel. Then return the two and replace with a proper 18ah. Just need something to get me through Irene!

Even with the two batteries and other parts, it will cost under $100. When I get a proper 18ah battery, will cost about $70. May not be as pretty but it does the same thing and keeps a Benjamin in my pocket for something else. Also a quick fix instead of scrambling to fine the vortech and pay LFS premiums.

Nice ....

 

[Jzhou]

You can use a car battery as a back up if you can get an adapter. It clamps on to both of the nodes and has 2 ac outlets.

 

[cowfish]

You can use a car battery as a back up if you can get an adapter. It clamps on to both of the nodes and has 2 ac outlets.

What are these called and where would you find it?

 

[Jzhou]

I forgot their exact names, but I was able to get one from radio shack after that massive blackout a few years ago. Let me try to find out what its called for you.