A return pump that only runs at one speed forces a compromise between quiet nighttime operation and the flow you actually need during the day. The Sicce Syncra SDC line brings WiFi app control to return pumps, spanning four sizes from nano tanks to large reef systems.
Why App Control on a Return Pump
A DC-controllable return pump lets you dial in flow precisely for your specific plumbing and bioload, schedule speed changes throughout the day, and adjust from your phone rather than physically accessing the pump every time a change is needed.
Choosing a Size
- Syncra SDC 3.0 — 400–800 GPH — Sicce's smallest DC-controllable smart pump, sized for nano and all-in-one aquariums where a full-size DC pump won't fit.
- Syncra SDC 6.0 — 530–1450 GPH — a mid-size DC-controllable return pump for medium reef tanks wanting app-based flow control without stepping up to the larger models.
- Syncra SDC 7.0 — 800–1900 GPH — steps up flow from the 6.0 for larger reef tanks needing more headroom.
- Syncra SDC 9.0 — 1000–2500 GPH — the largest in the SDC line, built for large or high-flow reef systems needing serious return-pump capacity with full app control.
Setup Tips
- Size for your peak flow need, then use the adjustable range to dial back for quieter overnight operation.
- Connect via the Sicce app for scheduling and remote adjustment rather than manually setting speed at the pump.
- Match size to your sump's return plumbing — an oversized SDC pump run at low speed doesn't behave identically to a correctly-sized fixed pump.
The Sicce Syncra SDC line is available at Marine Concept Supply across all sizes — order online or pick up at our shop in Wheeling, IL. Shop SDC 3.0, SDC 6.0, SDC 7.0, or SDC 9.0, and browse more aquarium pumps.
