AquaIllumination Nero Wave Pumps
The AquaIllumination Nero range delivers powerful, wide-flow water movement in a compact and low-profile wavemaker design. Available in Nero 3, Nero 5 and Nero 7, the range is suitable for everything from nano aquariums through to large reef systems.
Designed for strong, broad circulation rather than a narrow jet, Nero pumps help improve water movement around rockwork and corals while reducing dead spots throughout the aquarium.
Key Features
- Compact, low-profile wavemaker design
- Broad, powerful water flow
- Variable-speed performance
- Suitable for marine and reef aquariums
- Ideal for creating random and dynamic circulation
- Magnetic mounting system
- Adjustable positioning
- Low power consumption relative to flow output
- Available in three sizes for different aquarium volumes
AquaIllumination Nero 3
The Nero 3 is ideal for nano and smaller reef aquariums where strong circulation is needed without a bulky pump.
- Maximum Flow Rate: 7,570 L/h
- Maximum Power Consumption: 20W
- Maximum Glass Thickness: 13 mm
- Recommended Aquarium Size: approximately 2.5–60+ gallons
Its compact size makes it well suited to smaller aquariums, frag tanks and reef systems where space is limited.
AquaIllumination Nero 5
The Nero 5 provides increased flow for medium-sized reef aquariums and mixed coral systems.
- Maximum Flow Rate: 11,356 L/h
- Maximum Power Consumption: 30W
- Maximum Glass Thickness: 16 mm
- Recommended Aquarium Size: approximately 40–100+ gallons
The Nero 5 is a strong choice for reef tanks needing higher circulation while maintaining a clean, unobtrusive appearance.
AquaIllumination Nero 7
The Nero 7 is the highest-output model in the range, designed for larger reef aquariums and systems requiring substantial water movement.
- Maximum Flow Rate: 15,142 L/h
- Maximum Power Consumption: 40W
- Maximum Glass Thickness: 20 mm
- Recommended Aquarium Size: approximately 80–500+ gallons
Its high flow rate makes it suitable for larger SPS systems, long aquariums and setups where strong circulation is required across a wide area.
Broad Flow for Reef Aquariums
The Nero range is designed to create a wide flow pattern that moves a large volume of water throughout the aquarium.
This helps with:
- Reducing dead spots
- Keeping detritus suspended
- Improving gas exchange
- Delivering nutrients to corals
- Creating more natural water movement
- Supporting healthy reef circulation
The AquaIllumination Nero 3, Nero 5 and Nero 7 offer powerful, adjustable circulation in a compact package, making the range an excellent choice for reef keepers wanting high flow without a large or visually intrusive wavemaker.