Chihiros Dosing Pumps
Product Overview
Automating your daily liquid fertilizer regimen is the single most effective way to eliminate parameter swings and maintain constant plant growth. Chihiros Dosing Pumps serve as the heart of the Chihiros automated dosing system, engineered to deliver precise, controlled volumes of liquid plant fertilizer, trace elements, and water conditioners directly to your aquarium.
Key Features & System Benefits
- App-Controlled Precision: Adjust dosing frequency, schedule, and exact volume settings directly from your smartphone via Bluetooth app integration.
- Multiple Head Configurations: Available in both compact 2-head and 4-head configurations to accommodate simple macro and micro regimens or complex multi-supplement setups.
- Consistent Flow Rate: Engineered with durable, high-precision peristaltic heads that deliver a reliable flow rate of 50mL per minute for consistent daily nutrient dosing.
- System Compatibility: This listing includes the desired dosing pump only; the Dosing Container Kit and Dosing Tube Holder may be purchased separately to complete your setup.
Technical Specifications
| Attribute | Specification |
|---|---|
| Brand | Chihiros Aquatic Studio |
| Product Line | Chihiros Automated Dosing System |
| Tool / Accessory Type | App-Controlled Peristaltic Dosing Pump |
| Available Models | 2-Head Pump | 4-Head Pump |
| 2-Head Dimensions | 3.9" x 1.7" x 2.1" (9.9 cm x 4.3 cm x 5.3 cm) |
| 4-Head Dimensions | 7.0" x 1.7" x 2.1" (17.8 cm x 4.3 cm x 5.3 cm) |
| Dosing Flow Rate | 50 mL / minute per head |
| Control Interface | Mobile Smartphone App (Bluetooth) |
| Target Usage | Automated Liquid Plant Fertilizer & Supplement Delivery |
| Livestock Safety | Shrimp, Snail, and Fish Safe Materials |
Setup Instructions
- Mount the Chihiros Dosing Pump in a dry, accessible area inside or adjacent to your aquarium cabinet.
- Connect flexible dosing tubing from your Dosing Container Kit through the pump head to a Dosing Tube Holder on the aquarium rim.
- Program your desired daily volume, frequency, and time schedule for each individual liquid plant fertilizer channel on the App.
- Inspect pump head rollers and flexible tubing periodically during routine maintenance to ensure clean, unrestricted flow.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Does this listing include dosing container bottles or tube holders?
No, this listing includes the desired 2-head or 4-head dosing pump only. The Dosing Container Kit and Dosing Tube Holder may be purchased separately to complete your automated system.
2. How does automated dosing help prevent algae growth compared to manual dosing?
Manual weekly or bi-weekly dosing creates massive nutrient spikes followed by nutrient starvation periods, which can stress plants and trigger algae growth. Chihiros Dosing Pumps supply small, consistent daily doses that match plant consumption rates, keeping water column chemistry stable.
3. Can I dose different types of liquid plant fertilizer through separate pump heads?
Yes, each pump head operates independently through the mobile app. You can dedicate individual heads for macronutrients, micronutrients, iron supplements, or liquid carbon additives, assigning distinct schedules for each liquid.