Small Aeration System (S.A.S.)

S.A.S. Aeration Systems are designed for small ponds and water gardens, providing quiet, efficient oxygenation in a compact format. Ideal for koi ponds and decorative basins, these systems offer dependable performance up to 4 ft (1.2 m), with the S.A.S. XL capable of performing up to 10 ft (3 m) deep.  

Benefits

S.A.S. systems provide dependable aeration for small ponds and water gardens, improving water clarity and overall pond health. By releasing built-up gases and boosting oxygen levels, they help reduce sludge, support beneficial bacteria, and create a healthier environment for koi or other fish. These compact units run quietly and continuously, offering effective aeration for small ponds.  

For deeper installations over 10 ft deep, consider upgrading to a CanadianAir system. 

Comparison Table of Aeration Systems

SYSTEMS
	S.A.S.	S.A.S. XL	CanadianAir	RobustAire™
Ideal for	Small shallow ponds	Small shallow ponds	Medium ponds with level bottom	Medium ponds with bowl-shaped bottom
Pond size	Up to 5,000 ft2	Up to 5,000 ft2	5,000 ft2 to 2 acres	5,000 ft2 to 2 acres
Max. depth	Up to 4 ft depth	Up to 10’ ft depth	Up to 20 ft depth	Up to 25 ft depth
Diffuser	Choice of 1 to 2 Piccolo circular diffusers	1 or 2 round Piccolo diffusers	Bubble Tubing® 25', 50’ or 100’	1 to 6 RobustAire™ diffusers
Compressor type	Linear	Linear	Piston	Piston
Price	$659 - $1,400.50	$769 - $1,399	$2,034.57 - $7,646.18	$2,364.95 - $8,665.20

Technical Specifications

S.A.S. means 'Small Aeration System'. These simple units are often sufficient for many homeowners with shallow ponds. We often describe these ponds as water gardens or decorative ponds. These homeowners often already have water pumps and waterfalls to help circulate the water, though these are not enough to give the water the level of aeration it truly needs 24/7.

NOTES:

- The diffusers must be installed at a maximum water depth of 4' (10 ft maximum for the XL options) to avoid damaging the compressor diaphragm.

- If you require a longer length of air supply hose than the one included in the kit, please contact us to order and make sure that you do not experience any pressure drop.

- The compressor must be installed safely away from the elements, moisture and dust. We can provide a cabinet if necessary.

Warranty:

• Compressor: 1-year warranty

• Torpedo Self-Sinking Air Supply hose: 3-year warranty

• Piccolo Diffuser: 1-year warranty

Tech Sheet (PDF)
Owner's Manual (PDF)

Components

1 line:

• 1 x Linear compressor (HP-40)
• 1 x 25 ft (7.5 m) flexible self-sinking ⅜″ I.D. airline hose
• 1 x Piccolo Self-Sinking Diffuser
• All needed hardware included
• Installation Instructions

 2 lines:

• 1x Linear compressor (HP-60)
  
• 2 x 25′ (7.6 m) of flexible ⅜″ self sinking feeder line
• 2 x self-sinking Piccolo Diffusers
• 1 x 2-line PVC manifold with ball valves
• All needed hardware included
• Installation Instructions

1 line XL:

• 1 x Linear compressor (HP-80)
  
• 1 x 50′ (15 m) of flexible ⅜″ self sinking feeder line
• 1 x self-sinking Piccolo Diffusers
• All needed hardware included
• Installation Instructions

2 lines XL:

• 1x Linear compressor (HP-100)
  
• 2 x 50′ (15 m) of flexible ⅜″ self sinking feeder line
• 2 x self-sinking Piccolo diffusers
• 1 x 2-line PVC manifold with ball valves
• All needed hardware included
• Installation Instructions

Compressor

HP Series

The Hiblow HP Compressor Series is the company's flagship series. Over 12 million compressors sold worldwide make it a popular solution for users. They are durable and recognized in the market as a benchmark. Our service department is certified to repair these units and can help you keep your Hiblow compressor for years to come. All Hiblow compressors have a 6-foot power cord with a plug included.

Model HP40:
Max flow: 40LPM, 1.4 CFM
Energy consumption: 38 Watts
Noise level: 32 dBA
Maximum continuous pressure: 20 kPa / 2.9 psi
1-year manufacturer's warranty

Model HP60:
Max flow: 60LPM, 2.1 CFM
Energy consumption: 51 Watts
Noise level: 35 dBA
Maximum continuous pressure: 25 kPa / 3.6 psi
1-year manufacturer's warranty

Model HP80:
Max flow: 80LPM, 2.8 CFM
Energy consumption: 71 Watts
Noise level: 36 dBA
Maximum continuous pressure: 25 kPa / 3.6 psi
1-year manufacturer's warranty

Model HP100:
Max flow: 100LPM, 3.5 CFM
Energy consumption: 100 Watts
Noise level: 38 dBA
Maximum continuous pressure: 25 kPa / 3.6 psi
1-year manufacturer's warranty

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