Snorkel and Centipede Wetland Filtration

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Starts at: $269.99

Brand: Aquascape

SKU:29066

  • 29066 Half Centipede Module
  • 29238: Large Pondless Waterfall Half Centipede with Endcap (29067 included)

The Aquascape Half Centipede® Module sits at the lowest point of the wetland filter and helps to efficiently remove sediment, decreasing maintenance and increasing water quality. The Half Centipede is modular in design and works on both earth-bottom and lined ponds, allowing for installation on a wide variety of projects. The centipede is easily retrofitted into existing ponds. The Aquascape Half Centipede Module is ideal for use with the Aquascape Large Snorkel® Vault.  32"L x 12"W x 10.5"H

  • 29064 Large Snorkel Vault and Cap (29235 included)

The Aquascape Large Snorkel Vault and Cap provides an easy way to clean wetland filtration systems. Simply lower a pump down into the vault for quick and simple cleaning. The vault also reduces the need for costly and invasive dredging. Four optional ports for Aquascape Large Centipede Module attachment are included to allow installation in a wide variety of applications. The vault can also be easily retrofitted into existing ponds, and the included cap allows the top of the snorkel to be easily concealed and hidden from sight.

  • Allows pump to be dropped into system for easy cleaning
  • Included four optional ports for centipede attachment
  • Reduces the need for costly dredging
  • Measures 47-inches high
  • Included cap is easily disguised
  • 29068 Large Snorkel Vault Extension

The Aquascape Snorkel® Vault Extension is used to extend the Aquascape Large Snorkel® Vault, ideal for systems using deeper basins or larger pumps. 

The extension measures 27.5″ tall and 14″ wide.

  • 29065 Large Centipede Module

The Aquascape Large Centipede® Module sits at the lowest point of the wetland filter and helps to efficiently remove sediment, decreasing maintenance and increasing water quality. The Large Centipede is modular in design and works on both earth-bottom and lined ponds, allowing for installation on a wide variety of projects. The centipede is easily retrofitted into existing ponds. The Aquascape Large Centipede Module is ideal for use with the Aquascape Large Snorkel® Vault.
Centipede measures 67″ long, 10.5″ tall and 13″ wide.

Customer Question:

I'm confused which components are needed for a basic Snorkel and Centipede Wetland Filtration installation. My wetland filter is 24" deep, is circular measuring 11 feet diameter. If I simply buy "29064 Large Snorkel Vault and Cap" and "29065 Large Centipede Module" does that give me all of the components needed? Or are more caps and pieces necessary? Does that include a fixture for screwing in/attaching the a pipe that brings water from the pump?

Aquascape Tech Answer:

All they need is the 29064 Snorkel and the 29065 Centipede. The Centipede comes with a 3" rubber coupling. If they are using 2" pipe, just insert it into the 3" opening. You don't need a coupling.

The Wetland Filter


Why the Snorkel Vault and Centipede Module combination…why not just the vault?

Most other manufacturers simply offer a pump vault in their Pondless Waterfalls systems.

Mid to Large Size Projects There are several reasons why our patent-pending design proves itself superior.
• Maximum Water Flow – Having the Centipede Module extend horizontally along the bottom of the Pondless basin provides maximum water flow into the vault as the water is forced down through the Centipede Module.
• Higher Tolerance for Water Level Fluctuation – The Centipede Module provides a higher tolerance of water level fluctuation within the basin due to the low positioning of the Centipede Module intakes. This reduces the risk of the pump running dry, as well as the frequent maintenance required topping unit off that are common with vault-only systems.
• Properly-Sized Intake Slots –Many of the vaults on the market aren’t designed with adequately sized intakes. The small and often infrequent openings of these vaults limit their ability to handle sufficient water flows and require more maintenance due to the intakes being prone to clogging.
• Rigid construction supports weight of stone without bowing or cracking.
• Patent pending Snorkel™ Vault allows for easy pump access and cleaning.
• Modular design allows for construction of larger water features.
• An optional waterfill valve can be added to compensate for water loss due to evaporation

Question:

How do I clean the snorkel? This needs to be done annually?

Aquascape Tech Answer:

You will put a clean out/sump pump into the Snorkel to remove sediments & debris that have accumulated in the bottom of the wetland. In a pond with liner, this will occur approximately every 2-3 years

View the PDF for complete operating instructions.

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