AquaIllumination Orbit 4 Cross-Flow Pump
by Aqua Illumination — see more →SKU 6199018
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- Ships Australia-wide — fast dispatch from Eastwood
- Or collect in store with the rest of your order
- Genuine stock — marine specialists since 2012
Overview
Most powerheads push flow in one direction, which is great for targeted movement but doesn't replicate the broad, sweeping currents that reef life actually experiences. The AI Orbit 4 solves that with a wide cross-flow pattern that sweeps the length of the tank, lifting detritus off the bottom so your filtration can pick it up.
It's designed to complement directional pumps like AI's Nero range rather than replace them - together they recreate the mix of steady and chaotic flow found on a real reef.
Key features
- Wide cross-flow current that sweeps tank-length, reducing dead spots and helping nutrient export
- Four pump modes: Constant, Pulse, Random and Reverse
- Reverse mode is especially powerful when paired with a second Orbit running in the opposite direction
- Magnetic mount rated for glass up to 20mm thick
- Full app control via myAI or Mobius, plus Apex Fusion compatibility with the MXM module
- Suited to aquariums from around 20 gallons up to 120+ gallons
Who it's for
Reef keepers wanting broad, tank-spanning circulation rather than a single directional jet - particularly useful in wider tanks or thick-glass setups where dead spots are a common problem.
Setup & tips
- Mount at one end of the tank so the cross-flow can sweep the full length
- Pair with a second Orbit in Reverse mode for genuine full-tank gyre circulation
- Combine with a Nero or similar directional powerhead for a more complete, natural-feeling flow pattern
- Start on a lower setting and increase gradually while watching coral and fish response
