Aquarium Air Pump - Frequently Asked Questions and Answers Regarding Aquarium Air Pumps

Thinking about buying a aquarium air pump? Here is the top six frequently asked questions about aquarium air pumps.  

Could I use my aquarium air pump for more than a single tank?
Yes. If you buy air hose adapters(which usually come in packages or together with air stones) , feel free to use the adapters for you to split the air line and direct the air to numerous fish tanks. Keep in mind, however, the more divided the air line is, and the more fish tanks your pump is feeding air to, the more powerful your aquarium air pump has to be.

Do I want accessories for my aquarium air pump?
You would most likely need to buy more air hosing along with air stones, as well as required adapters, as most aquarium air pumps don't supply those products inside the package.

How powerful does my aquarium air pump need to be?
This normally depends upon 2 things: how spacious the tank is, and how large your fishes are. Usually, the bigger your tank is, and the bigger your fishes are, the more powerful the fish tank air pump must be.

Why would I want an aquarium air pump?
Your fishes need to take in air, and aquarium air pumps offer the needed air. The air dissolves in the water, then while the water passes through the fish’s gills, the dissolved oxygen is absorbed and the fish breathes. If you don't have a pump, a fish might suffocate.

Are aquarium air pumps loud?
That depends on the model. If noise and shaking may be a problem for you, make an effort to buy an aquarium air pump containing additional insulation or rubber feet. Be sure you place the pump on a level, steady surface, away from other things.

I still need other answers. Where would you recommend?  
Finding a aquarium air pump website is often difficult.  One site that is worthwhile, though, is the aquarium air pump forum at http://aquarium-air-pump.bidandblog.com .  The site is a free forum that has many visitor-contributed "frequently asked questions" regarding aquarium air pumps.  The site also offers realtime auctions for aquarium air pumps along with a no cost email service that will email you whenever a new aquarium air pump auction is posted.  Anyway, that is my two cents.