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AquaIllumination

AquaIllumination AI Nero 3 Submersible Wavemaker Pump with Fish Guard, 2,000 GPH Powerful Water Flow for Saltwater & Reef Aquariums, Compact Quiet Pump with Magnetic Mount

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Size: Nero 3


Features

  • Simple Built-in Control - All AI devices include smart control standard. Choose from the myAI or Mobius app on any iOS or Android device to easily set up or program your AI equipment. Add Neptune Fusion control via Apex with Apex and MXM module.
  • Included Nero Guard - The Nero Guard offers more safety to slow-swimming and curious inhabitants.
  • Adjustable Flow Rate up to 2000 gph
  • Durable Construction
  • Quiet Operation
  • Energy Efficient (Max 20w)

Description

Introducing the AquaIllumination Nero powerhead lineup. Available in 3 sizes with flow rates up to 4000 gallons per hour. There's a Nero option for all tank sizes. The Nero Guard offers more safety to slow-swimming and curious inhabitants. With a large range of movement in all directions, you can direct the flow where your tank needs it most.

Brand: AquaIllumination


Color: Black


Material: Plastic


Style: Classic


Product Dimensions: 4.92"L x 5.79"W x 6.22"H


Power Source: Corded Electric


Item Weight: 1.4 pounds


Maximum Flow Rate: 7570.82 liters per hour


Voltage: 240 volts


Horsepower: 20 watts


Power Source: Corded Electric


Flow Rate: 7570.82 liters per hour


Voltage: 240 volts


Horsepower: 20 watts


Material Type: Plastic


Color: Black


Product Style: Classic


Item Dimensions L x W x H: 4.92"L x 5.79"W x 6.22"H


Item Weight: 1.4 pounds


Brand Name: AquaIllumination


Model Number: Nero


Manufacturer: AquaIllumination


Number of Items: 1


UPC: 653341195524


Unit Count: 1 Count


Specific Uses For Product: Active


Included Components: 1 kit


Manufacturer Part Number: NERO3


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    • Nano is the best
Size: Nero 3
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I love this nano. It moves water at the speed and cycle I want. It is very low noise, east to set up and use, good quality. I’ve had mine now for about 3 months and it has done great and keeps on moving water. Great product. Hooked it and AI light to the AI app and they are both on the same system. Full control. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on June 23, 2025 by Matthew Tatum
    • Great!
Size: Nero 3
Easy to use through the app, if you understand how phone apps work. Bought two, its nice having the ability to have a master setting when running the pumps.
Reviewed in the United States on March 15, 2026 by Brad
    • Works great when it works
Size: Nero 3
Update: The new one only lasted a week before it died. Exact same problem as the first one where it gave me an error saying its jammed. I pulled it apart and cleaned it and there was nothing there for it to be caught up on. I did a soft reset and it didn't work. I did a hard reset and it didn't work. I made sure it had all its firmware updates and still nothing. I was very disappointed in this product. When it was working for the short time, it was a great pump and it looked good in the tank with the low profile. But I can't trust this product any longer. Original: Bought this and installed it in my cichlid tank. Worked great for about 3 weeks and just stopped. I went through all the troubleshooting steps and then noticed a lot of people in the reviews were having the same problem. This is very poor quality control from a company that should know better. Luckily I was still within my exchange window and returned it for another. So far the new one is working great, but I have my doubts on how long it will last. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on January 5, 2023 by Jon
    • Excellent
Size: Nero 3
Review Image by Reefer
I bought this to replace a cheap pump that I thought was worth a try. This is the one I should have bought from the beginning. The flow is great. It is extremely quiet. And it is controllable via the app. I use Mobius and the options are all there to use. I understand that the AI app is also an option. Total time from receipt to complete installation was under 10 minutes. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on October 10, 2024 by Reefer
    • Originally Bummed...All good now
Size: Nero 3
Bought two pumps. Both pumps ran for 30sec then died. Tried hard reset, nothing. Amazon is replacing defective units. Power supply connections seem a little loose on both. Update: got the two replacements. Each one started up perfect, effortlessly paired to my phone, and were super easy to program. Adding 3 more stars. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on January 19, 2021 by BobV
    • nice and quiet
Size: Nero 3
love i it’s nice and quiet
Reviewed in the United States on May 12, 2026 by Estuardo Alvarado
    • Buy it you won't regret it!
Size: Nero 3
Best wavemaker for any saltwater aquarium. SUPPER silent. Worth the money. It's small and has a low profile. Easy to install and love the adjustability. More power than you will ever need. Would buy again!
Reviewed in the United States on February 16, 2026 by Jacob Zhukov
    • Wish I had just gotten this from the start
Size: Nero 3
To be clear, you are buying an expensive piece of equipment. It’s not value, it’s about whether the features work. And they absolutely do. Configuring it took about 3 seconds. Adjusted it for my tank size and everything. This fan is absolutely perfect. If you can manage the higher price tag, totally worth it. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on July 27, 2021 by skog

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