Sump Clearance Sale!

CURRENT PRICING - UPDATED 9/5/23

The TL;DR version:

I have over 60 sumps in stock, ready to ship. These are a style I have discontinued, I have current versions, previous versions, and blemished units.​
See them all here:​

The I Don't Mind Reading All Of This version:

In case you missed it: CWT Aquatics was merged into Turbo's Aquatics at the end of last year. CWT Aquatics was originally formed for the purpose of manufacturing acrylic sumps that were compatible with Algae Scrubbers. Just to alleviate any confusion...CWT was always a separate entity from Turbo's Aquatics and Clear Water Scrubbers and was a joint venture between Josh and I until I bought out his half of CWT last year (it made sense to both of us).

Over the last year, I've been working on a new style of sump that will allow end users to custom-configure and re-configure the sump. I'm planning to roll this new line of sumps out later this year or early next year.

That leaves me with a stockpile of the CWT sumps. I'm going to blow these out at below the wholesale price. Let's be clear about what that means - I'm selling these directly to end users for less than what I would charge a distributor. This is the best deal you're ever going to find for a sump of this quality, possibly ever.

These are great sumps and they look slick. They are designed around integration of an Algae Scrubber, but the support rails are repositionable and removable so you don't need to use an Algae Scrubber.

These were originally carried by BRS & SaltwaterAquarium, but I pulled them due to the new sump in the works - I don't like selling a previous version of anything I make without some kind of disclosure about what is coming around the corner. No one likes buying something and then finding out that something new came out a week after you bought it.

VERSIONS

There are 2 versions of this line of sumps:
  • Rev A had the filter sock holder bonded in place
  • Rev B changed this to a removable tray
The purpose of the latter was for compatibility with the Clarisea Rollermat (Gen 1 & Gen 2, with a conversion kit that I developed). Long story short, when Clarisea rolled out Gen 3, that made compatibility with the Clarisea Rollermat unfeasible. So I started working on a new version and ended up starting from scratch with a new concept instead.

I have both versions in stock, both "new" (undamaged) and "blemished" products, and I have a few levels of "blemished". I'm discounting all of these down to blowout pricing. These prices will stand until they are all gone.

SHIPPING

I am applying a flat-rate shipping to each size. That will be the "max" shipping. If the actual shipping turns out to be less, I'll refund the difference.

One catch is that the largest model (the 55S) is an oversized box, so the shipping on that one is really steep (one of the reasons I'm ditching the product line). The 50S is also technically oversized, but sometimes UPS doesn't check and it skates by (but if not, I eat the excess).

(this part probably don't apply to anyone here, but just in case.....) Local pickup is also available, but you must contact me for this option instead of purchasing via my website (my workshop is located in Grimes, IA, in the Des Moines metro area)

Special Update on shipping:

I have a new shipping partner and I'm getting a deal that is good for all sumps shipped by Thursday 12/22 - Everything will ship out UPS Next Day Air at no additional charge! My college buddy is trying to hit a goal and said "ship the most expensive way possible, I'll only charge you for UPS ground"​

I'll follow this post with snippets for each sump
 
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CURRENT PRICING - UPDATED 9/5/23

25S - PREVIOUS RETAIL PRICE: $499 shipped

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Note: photos represent Rev A model

All prices below include a $65 flat shipping charge
Discounted price (Rev B, undamaged/new): $375 (25% off) (i.e. $310 + $65 shipping) (2 in stock)
END OF MARCH SUPER EXTRA BLOWOUT DISCOUNT SALE: ADDITIONAL 27% OFF PRICE BEFORE SHIPPING: $292 ($227+$65)

Previous version (Rev A, undamaged/new): $337 (32% off) (4 in stock)
END OF MARCH SUPER EXTRA BLOWOUT DISCOUNT SALE: ADDITIONAL 27% OFF PRICE BEFORE SHIPPING: $264 ($199+$65)

Blemished (Rev A or Rev B with minor damage): $319 (36% off) (1 in stock)
END OF MARCH SUPER EXTRA BLOWOUT DISCOUNT SALE: ADDITIONAL 27% OFF PRICE BEFORE SHIPPING: $251 ($186+$65)

Blemished (Rev A or Rev B with moderate damage): $300 (40% off) (out of stock)
 
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CURRENT PRICING - UPDATED 9/5/23

35S - PREVIOUS RETAIL PRICE: $579 shipped

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Note: photos represent Rev A model

All prices below include an $81 flat shipping charge
Discounted price (Rev B, undamaged/new): $440 (24% off) (i.e. $359 + $81 shipping) (12 in stock)
END OF MARCH SUPER EXTRA BLOWOUT DISCOUNT SALE: ADDITIONAL 27% OFF PRICE BEFORE SHIPPING: $344 ($263+$81)

Previous version (Rev A, undamaged/new): $396 (32% off) (0 in stock)
Blemished (Rev A or Rev B with minor damage): $375 (35% off) (0 in stock)
Blemished (Rev A or Rev B with moderate damage): $353 (39% off) (0 in stock)

 
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CURRENT PRICING - UPDATED 9/5/23

50S - PREVIOUS RETAIL PRICE $697 shipped

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Note: photos represent Rev A model

All prices below include a $96 flat shipping charge
Discounted price (Rev B, undamaged/new): $529 (24% off) (i.e. $433 + $96 shipping) (14 in stock)
END OF MARCH SUPER EXTRA BLOWOUT DISCOUNT SALE: ADDITIONAL 27% OFF PRICE BEFORE SHIPPING: $413 ($317+$96)

Previous version (Rev A, undamaged/new): $477 (32% off) (4 in stock)
END OF MARCH SUPER EXTRA BLOWOUT DISCOUNT SALE: ADDITIONAL 27% OFF PRICE BEFORE SHIPPING: $375 ($279+$96)

Blemished (Rev A or Rev B with minor damage): $451 (35% off) (2 in stock)
END OF MARCH SUPER EXTRA BLOWOUT DISCOUNT SALE: ADDITIONAL 27% OFF PRICE BEFORE SHIPPING: $356 ($260+$96)

Blemished (Rev A or Rev B with moderate damage): $425 (39% off) (1 in stock)
END OF MARCH SUPER EXTRA BLOWOUT DISCOUNT SALE: ADDITIONAL 27% OFF PRICE BEFORE SHIPPING: $337 ($241+$96)
 
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CURRENT PRICING - UPDATED 9/5/23

55S - PREVIOUS RETAIL PRICE $824 shipped (Note: this price included a $75 customer-paid shipping charge)

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Note: photos represent Rev A model

All prices below include a $182 flat shipping charge
Discounted price (Rev B, undamaged/new): $647 (21% off) (i.e. $465 + $182 shipping) (7 in stock)
END OF MARCH SUPER EXTRA BLOWOUT DISCOUNT SALE: ADDITIONAL 27% OFF PRICE BEFORE SHIPPING: $522 ($340+$182)

Previous version (Rev A, undamaged/new): $591 (28% off) (3 in stock)
END OF MARCH SUPER EXTRA BLOWOUT DISCOUNT SALE: ADDITIONAL 27% OFF PRICE BEFORE SHIPPING: $481 ($299+$182)

Blemished (Rev A or Rev B with minor damage): $563 (32% off) (3 in stock)
END OF MARCH SUPER EXTRA BLOWOUT DISCOUNT SALE: ADDITIONAL 27% OFF PRICE BEFORE SHIPPING: $461 ($279+$182)

Blemished (Rev A or Rev B with moderate damage): $535 (35% off) (out of stock)
 
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HOW TO BUY

CART & CHECKOUT ARE LIVE:


All Previous Version and Blemished listings will be individually separated so it is clear what you are buying.

Payment forms I can take:
  • Credit/Debit
  • PayPal
  • Apple Pay
  • Google Pay
If you want to pay cash and/or pick up in person, contact me directly

Let me know if you have any questions!

WHAT ABOUT THAT NEW SUMP????

I can't tell you a whole lot of detail at this point, at least not until I have decided whether or not to pursue some level of IP protection.

What I can tell you is:
  • It will be modular approach, with virtually unlimited configurations.
  • Complete reconfiguration of a sump is possible without removing/replacing the sump.
  • Kits will available for various configurations, or you can easily DIY your own.
  • The line will be available in a variety of standard sizes.
  • The concept is also scalable, so a custom size mainly involves increasing dimensions and cutting bigger parts. My goal is to do away with "custom sumps"
I'm going to call it Doomsday. Because it'll be the last sump you need, and it'll last you until the stuff hits the fan.
 
There is only one difference between Rev A and Rev B, and that is this area of the intake chamber. I promise I'll get a better pic of this...

The front section of the intake for Rev A has a filter sock holder that is bonded in place. You can see that in all the stock pics. For Rev B, this is removable and is held in place with thumbscrews

Note: this pic is from one of the "blemished" sumps

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Hey DFWMAS, I've reduced all my sump prices, again!

They were already at distributor price, now they are 27% below that price!! (discount is based on the pre-shipped price)

All the original posts above have been updated with new links (simplified my clearance page) and new prices

As for shipping, since it's still an arm and a leg to ship the big sumps (50 & 55), I am going to start offering Air Cargo shipping. Typically this means the cost for shipping the 55 goes down from $182 to more in the $60-70 range; you just have to go pick it up at the airport

Contact me with any questions!! You can post here, send me a PM, or use my website contact form https://www.turbosaquatics.com/contact/, or find me on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/bud.carlson.5

BUY MY SUMPS I NEED TO GET RID OF THEM
 
Updated prices effective immediately, you can buy from SaltwaterAquarium (if you want to use rewards/point) or directly from me.

Local pickup (In Des Moines, Iowa) must buy directly from me

SpeeDee shipping on 25S and 35S cheaper (only available in their delivery area)

Southwest Airlines Air Cargo available for all sizes for next-day and same-day delivery (you pick it up at the airport). Shipping is about the same for the 25S and 35S but is reduced for the 50S and 55S.


Buy from SWA and use rewards/points/etc:


Buy directly from me and I make more money, but honestly I do not care either way at this point because either way, I'm taking a frickin bath on these.

25S, Rev B - $236 / $171 Local Pickup

35S, Rev B - $279 / $198 Local Pickup

50S, Rev A - $306/ $210 Local Pickup

50S, Rev B - $335/ $238 Local Pickup

55S, Rev B - $438/ $256 Local Pickup
 
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