{"product_id":"icecap-gyre-2k-flow-pump-with-basic-controller","title":"IceCap Gyre 2K Flow Pump with Basic Controller","description":"\u003ch2 data-oe-version=\"1.2\"\u003eCross-Flow Circulation for Small to Mid-Size Aquariums\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\n  The IceCap\u003cb\u003e Gyre 2K Flow Pump Kit\u003c\/b\u003e is an authentic, engineered water-movement assembly distributed by CoralVue that brings advanced, commercial-grade cross-flow fluid mechanics to home freshwater displays and marine reef aquariums ranging from 20 to 90 gallons.\n  Standard traditional wavemakers push water with a central propeller, producing a localized blast of high-velocity flow directly in front of the pump nozzle that quickly diffuses, leaving the lower corners of the tank stagnant. The Gyre 2K operates on a completely different\n  framework, using dual transverse flow cages to push a broad, uniform wedge of water right\n  across the surface of the tank. This sheet hits the opposite glass wall and splits, pushing\n  down toward the substrate and pulling detritus along the bottom back toward the pump intake.\n  This complete circular motion creates a total water-column turnover with zero blind spots.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\n  This specific kit includes IceCap's standalone\u003cb\u003e Basic Controller Unit\u003c\/b\u003e, designed directly\n  for hobbyists who prefer straightforward, bulletproof hardware over complicated smart-home\n  apps, Bluetooth drops, and Wi-Fi networks. The physical control interface features an\n  ergonomic selection wheel that allows you to instantly dial in your peak flow intensity and\n  alternate between 5 pre-configured water patterns. By utilizing an asymmetric cage system and\n  specialized rotor pairs, you can set the pump to run forward for a morning high-tide current,\n  then cycle completely into reverse to simulate an afternoon low-tide drag. This continuous,\n  sweeping water motion keeps organic waste suspended so filter socks can pull it out, resulting\n  in a cleaner sand bed and healthier coral polyps.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\n  Key Features:\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\n      \u003cb\u003e True Total-Tank Gyre Current:\u003c\/b\u003e Sweeps the entire length of your aquarium glass\n      without blasting sensitive corals with localized hot-spot flow velocities.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\n      \u003cb\u003e App-Free Manual Adjustments:\u003c\/b\u003e Simple physical button layout and rotation dial let\n      you adjust pulsing frequencies and set 10-minute feeding pauses in seconds.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\n      \u003cb\u003e Ultra-Slim Profile Cabinet Footprint:\u003c\/b\u003e Sits exceptionally close to the tank glass,\n      allowing you to easily camouflage the pump body behind rockwork or overflow columns.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIdeal For:\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReef tanks from 20 to 90+ gallons needing strong, even circulation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHobbyists who want to eliminate dead spots without adding multiple wavemakers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmaller to mid-size systems that don't need the higher output of the 4K model\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePro Tips:\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMount the Pump at Least 1.5 to 2 Inches Below the Water Line to Prevent Air Vortexing.\u003c\/b\u003e\nBecause the Gyre 2K pulls a massive volume of water horizontally across its entire length, mounting it too close to the surface will immediately create a miniature whirlpool vortex. This sucks room air straight down into the pump cages, causing loud, spitting operational noises and blowing micro-bubbles throughout your display tank. Give the pump a minimum of 1.5 inches of clearance below your operating water line to maintain a silent, solid water stream.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDo Not Let the Magnetic Cable Mounts Pull Tight; Always Form a Drip Loop.\u003c\/b\u003e\nWhen securing your Gyre power cables down behind your tank, never pull the wire tight between the pump rim and your wall outlet. Always leave a relaxed, U-shaped \"drip loop\" in the wire below the level of the outlet frame. If water splashes or travels down the wire during maintenance, the drip loop forces the liquid to pool and fall harmlessly onto the cabinet floor rather than traveling directly into your electronic controller sockets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePerform a Quick Vinegar Soak Every 60 Days to Prevent Impeller Scaling.\u003c\/b\u003e\nThe high-speed spinning motion inside cross-flow wavemakers creates localized friction heat that naturally accelerates the precipitation of calcium carbonate (calcification). Over a few months, a hard white mineral ring will form around the internal rotor stems, causing the pump to run louder, consume more power, or trigger controller errors. Every 60 days, pop the cages off and drop the wet components into a bowl of warm fresh water mixed with white vinegar or a dedicated aquarium equipment cleaner. A short 30-minute soak dissolves hard mineral scaling instantly, keeping your pump running dead silent and extending its service life.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\n  IceCap Gyre Generation Sizing Profile:\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cstyle\u003e\n  .gyre-table-wrap { width: 100%; font-family: inherit; font-size: 14px; }\n\n  \/* Desktop *\/\n  .gyre-header { display: flex; background-color: #f5f5f5; border: 1px solid #ddd; border-radius: 4px 4px 0 0; font-weight: bold; }\n  .gyre-header .gyre-cell { padding: 10px 12px; border-right: 1px solid #ddd; }\n  .gyre-header .gyre-cell:last-child { border-right: none; }\n  .gyre-row { display: flex; border: 1px solid #ddd; border-top: none; }\n  .gyre-row:last-child { border-radius: 0 0 4px 4px; }\n  .gyre-row.alt { background-color: #fafafa; }\n  .gyre-row.bold { font-weight: bold; }\n  .gyre-cell { flex: 1; padding: 10px 12px; border-right: 1px solid #f0f0f0; }\n  .gyre-cell:last-child { border-right: none; }\n  .gyre-cell.wide { flex: 1.5; }\n  .gyre-label { display: none; font-size: 11px; color: #888; font-weight: normal; margin-bottom: 2px; }\n\n  \/* Mobile *\/\n  @media (max-width: 640px) {\n    .gyre-header { display: none; }\n    .gyre-row { display: block; border: 1px solid #ddd; border-top: none; padding: 12px 16px; }\n    .gyre-row:first-of-type { border-top: 1px solid #ddd; border-radius: 4px 4px 0 0; }\n    .gyre-cell { display: flex; justify-content: space-between; align-items: center; padding: 5px 0; border-right: none; border-bottom: 1px solid #f0f0f0; }\n    .gyre-cell:first-child { font-size: 15px; font-weight: bold; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd; padding-bottom: 8px; margin-bottom: 4px; display: block; }\n    .gyre-cell:last-child { border-bottom: none; }\n    .gyre-label { display: block; color: #888; font-size: 13px; font-weight: normal; }\n  }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"gyre-table-wrap\"\u003e\n\n  \n  \u003cdiv class=\"gyre-header\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"gyre-cell wide\"\u003eGyre Pump Model\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"gyre-cell\"\u003eSKU Part Number\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"gyre-cell\"\u003ePeak Volumetric Flow Rate\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"gyre-cell\"\u003eMax Electrical Draw\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"gyre-cell\"\u003eTarget Tank Sizing Limits\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \n  \u003cdiv class=\"gyre-row\" style=\"border-top: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"gyre-cell wide\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIceCap Gyre 2K\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"gyre-cell\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gyre-label\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSKU Part Number\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIC-GYRE2K\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"gyre-cell\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gyre-label\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePeak Volumetric Flow Rate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUp to 2,000 GPH\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"gyre-cell\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gyre-label\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMax Electrical Draw\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e25 Watts Max\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"gyre-cell\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gyre-label\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTarget Tank Sizing Limits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e20 to 90+ Gallons\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"gyre-row alt\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"gyre-cell wide\"\u003eIceCap Gyre 4K\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"gyre-cell\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gyre-label\"\u003eSKU Part Number\u003c\/span\u003eIC-GYRE4K\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"gyre-cell\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gyre-label\"\u003ePeak Volumetric Flow Rate\u003c\/span\u003eUp to 4,000 GPH\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"gyre-cell\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gyre-label\"\u003eMax Electrical Draw\u003c\/span\u003e45 Watts Max\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"gyre-cell\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gyre-label\"\u003eTarget Tank Sizing Limits\u003c\/span\u003e25 to 150+ Gallons\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"IceCap","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50483992822008,"sku":"IC-GYRE2K","price":194.24,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0754\/6909\/5160\/files\/e35df83a6af4619b419404c127b82a9d.jpg?v=1789092760","url":"https:\/\/www.blueearthaquariums.com\/products\/icecap-gyre-2k-flow-pump-with-basic-controller","provider":"Blue Earth Corals","version":"1.0","type":"link"}