In modern aquaculture,
proper aeration is the backbone of healthy and productive ponds and tanks.
Whether you're raising shrimp in biofloc systems or fish in growout ponds, the
type of aeration tube you use can make a big difference in water quality, oxygen
transfer, and overall yield.
To help farmers make the
best decisions, AirOxi has released its updated Air Flow Rate Reference
Chart (Ver 2.1, July 2025). Here's a breakdown of the key insights from
this chart and how you can use it to improve your farm’s performance.
Why Aeration Matters
Efficient aeration
ensures:
- Sufficient dissolved
oxygen levels
- Uniform water
movement
- Reduced sludge
accumulation
- Improved feed
conversion ratio (FCR)
But not all aeration tubes are made equal. Based on your blower type, pond design, and farming system (biofloc, nursery, RAS) — you need to select the tube that fits best.
AirOxi Tube Comparison: At a Glance
|
Tube Type |
Air Flow (m³/hr) |
Best For |
Blower Type |
Oxygenation |
Maintenance |
|
AO125250 (Blue) |
2.0 |
Growout,
nursery |
Root
blower |
High |
Medium |
|
AO125225 (Yellow) |
2.2 |
Biofloc
tanks |
Ring
blower |
High |
Low |
|
AO-25 Star |
2.2 |
Biofloc |
Root
+ Ring |
High |
Low |
|
AirOxi Pearl (AR) |
1.6 |
RAS |
Root
blower |
High |
Medium |
|
AO250380 (White) |
3.2 |
Biofloc
tanks |
Root
blower |
High |
Low |
|
AirOxi NC-16 |
2.2 |
Mud-bottom
ponds |
Ring
blower |
Low |
Low |
|
AirOxi 1020 |
1.4 |
Small
tanks |
Air
pump |
Low |
Low |
|
AirOxi Spider (Design X
& O) |
2.4 |
Biofloc/fish
tanks |
Mixed |
High |
Medium |
|
AirOxi KING Spider |
2.4 |
Circulatory
aeration |
Mixed |
High |
Medium |
💡 Note: These are
indicative values for 1 meter water head at 200 mbar pressure. Real-world
performance may vary.
Matching the Right Tube to Your
Blower
|
Blower Type |
Compatible Tubes |
|
Root Blower |
AO125250,
Pearl, AO250380 |
|
Ring Blower |
AO125225,
NC-16, Xtra |
|
Root + Ring Combo |
AO-25
Star, Spider series, AirOxi 19 |
|
Air Pump |
AirOxi
1020 only |
Maintenance & Lifespan Tips
- Algae Resistant (AR)
Tubes like AO125250-AR
& AO125225-AR are ideal for longer life and reduced clogging.
- Fine bubble tubes like AirOxi
Pearl are excellent for oxygen transfer but require more care.
- Rough finish tubes like AirOxi Xtra
are better for water movement but can accumulate debris faster. For more
info please click this link https://airoxitube.blogspot.com/2024/04/which-airoxi-aeration-tube-is-suitable.html
Conclusion: Which One Should You
Choose?
Choose your aeration
solution based on:
- System Type (Biofloc, RAS,
Nursery, etc.)
- Blower Availability
- Water Depth
- Desired oxygenation
and water circulation
For example:
- For biofloc tanks,
go with AO-25 Star or AirOxi Spider.
- For RAS systems,
AirOxi Pearl is your best bet.
- For mud-bottom
growout ponds, choose AirOxi NC-16 for lower cost and ease.
📞 Need Help Choosing?
AirOxi expert team is
always ready to guide you in selecting the best aeration tube for your farm.
Contact us today for a customized recommendation! More info visit: www.airoxi.com
+917041004098
