I need help choosing the right aerator for my pond!

[Mike in Vermont]

Hi everyone.
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I am looking to get an aerator installed in my pond, which is over 50,000 gallons. I want something powerful enough to do the job. It will be installed in about 8 feet of water. I'm guessing something that will take water from near the bottom, and have it spray up above the water. Would this require 110 or 220 volts? What stabilizes it in the water? Any links to a good supplier and models would be appreciated. Keep in mind I know nothing at all about aerators. You can probably already tell by my questions.

 

[Tula]

https://www.jonesfish.com/catalog/4

This is a link to our local fish hatchery and some of their aerators for lg ponds, thought you might find it interesting.

 

[Meyer Jordan]

What you want is a diffuser.

 

[Troutredds]

Howdy Mike!

livingwateraeration.com shows eight types of aeration systems in a wide range of prices (view the "aeration systems" page). They at least lay out your options for you. I look forward to hearing what you choose to do.

I also hope you're still interested in planting some rainbows this year. It's probably best to do it soon, while your water is cold and oxygen-rich.

 

[sissy]

I know CE is is wanting a windmill aerator .They show several models on you tube and there is great one that works great

 

[Mike in Vermont]

Very helpful info, everyone. I have picked out one from the site Red posted. It's an Air Pro deluxe. I like the idea of having it in a housing.
http://www.livingwateraeration.com/sentinel-pond-and-lake-aeration-system-half-to-1-acre-ponds.html

 

[Meyer Jordan]

Very helpful info, everyone. I have picked out one from the site Red posted. It's an Air Pro deluxe. I like the idea of having it in a housing.
http://www.livingwateraeration.com/sentinel-pond-and-lake-aeration-system-half-to-1-acre-ponds.html

Looks like a good choice!

 

[Mike in Vermont]

I think so. I'll place it in the deepest spot I can find. I guess I would place a rock in each corner, to hold it in place? I hope the water warms up some, within the next week. It would be kinda cold diving in the pond right now. I gotta find that plastic chair that blew in the pond a few days ago too. lol

 

[Meyer Jordan]

I think so. I'll place it in the deepest spot I can find. I guess I would place a rock in each corner, to hold it in place? I hope the water warms up some, within the next week. It would be kinda cold diving in the pond right now. I gotta find that plastic chair that blew in the pond a few days ago too. lol

The diffuser assembly should already be weighted as should the air supply hose.

 

[Mike in Vermont]

Cool.

 

[RobAmy]

I gotta find that plastic chair that blew in the pond a few days ago too. lol

I would love a pond big enough I could lose a chair in

 

[Mike in Vermont]

So, the Aerator is running. I hand set the diffuser. The dive computer said I reached a depth of 12 feet and the water was a balmy 46 degrees. It only took me 4 tries. lol visibility in the bottom was just about zero. I lost it the first time, then I didn't have enough weight to get down. I forgot to add for the 7 mil suit, hat and gloves. The 3rd time it wasn't in quite the right spot. After I got it where I wanted to, I had to feel to make sure it was upright and level. I'm going to check the depth in various spots. It recommends setting it at about 10 to 12 feet, in a 15 foot deep pond. It took about 24 hours, now the water is circulating slowly, counter clockwise around the pond. The fish are loving it, and eating like mad. I'm glad I went with the larger size. Also, the housing that comes with the deluxe model is nice. It even has a fan to keep the compressor cool. If I get another diffuser and weighted line, I can do the same with the lower pond. here's a few pics.
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[Mike in Vermont]

Yep, the housing is dirty already. I got to wipe it off.
also, the patio blocks didn't work out. I went with just the stone.

 

[Meyer Jordan]

So, the Aerator is running. I hand set the diffuser. The dive computer said I reached a depth of 12 feet and the water was a balmy 46 degrees. It only took me 4 tries. lol visibility in the bottom was just about zero. I lost it the first time, then I didn't have enough weight to get down. I forgot to add for the 7 mil suit, hat and gloves. The 3rd time it wasn't in quite the right spot. After I got it where I wanted to, I had to feel to make sure it was upright and level. I'm going to check the depth in various spots. It recommends setting it at about 10 to 12 feet, in a 15 foot deep pond. It took about 24 hours, now the water is circulating slowly, counter clockwise around the pond. The fish are loving it, and eating like mad. I'm glad I went with the larger size. Also, the housing that comes with the deluxe model is nice. It even has a fan to keep the compressor cool. If I get another diffuser and weighted line, I can do the same with the lower pond. here's a few pics.
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That's the ticket!

 

[RobAmy]

Very nice