SA12 Diffuser


I. Description

- Multi-plane, fine bubble diffuser

- Frame: Schedule 40 PVC, UV inhibited

- Frame Dimensions: 14″ W x 14″ D x 51/4″ H

- Membrane: Twelve 1″ (2.54 cm) O.D. patent protected compound extrusion 11″ long

- Weight: ~5.25 lbs. (2.38 kg)

- Flow Interference: ~1″

- Active Surface Area: 377 in2

- Linear Lift: 240″

- Fitting: 3/4″ FNPT


II. Performance

- Estimated 40,000 gph (151 m3/hr) per SCFM between 2-15 SCFM.

- Recommended operation depths: 3′ to as deep as blower/compressor permits.

Air Flow SAE SOTE Head Loss Head Loss
SCFM lbs O2/hr/hp %ft of submergence Inches of H2O PSI
1.82 6.67 2.42 8.15 0.29
3.69 5.09 2.36 12.71 0.46
5.5 4.31 2.27 17.12 0.62
7.47 4.07 2.14 22.01 0.82
9.38 3.33 2.02 28.81 1.04

The data in the chart above is calculated, based from certified testing of the MixAirTech TA22 model.


III. Requirements

- 3/4″ MNPT fitting for air supply

- Blower/compressor capable of supplying appropriate PSI and/or SCFM

- Optional: MAT BL18 or BL35 ballast with built-in manifold

- Optional: MAT Sinking Hose

- Optional: MAT Check Valve

- Optional: MAT Float Kit


IV. Warranty:

5 Year Warranty: 1st year full, 2nd – 5th year prorated.