Description

Maxspect Jump DC Pump 10K — 2,641 GPH

Serious Return Flow for Large Reef Systems

When you're running a large reef aquarium, your return pump needs to do more than move water.

It needs to deliver strong flow at real-world head pressure, operate quietly enough to live with 24/7, and give you the control to fine-tune your entire filtration system.

The Maxspect Jump DC Pump 10K is built for exactly that.

Delivering up to 10,000 L/H / 2,641 GPH, the Jump 10K is one of the high-capacity models in Maxspect's Jump DC return-pump family. It combines powerful DC performance with Sine Wave Technology, 20 speed settings, Feed Mode, pulse modes, and a maximum head height of 5 meters / 16.4 feet.

For large reef aquariums, custom systems, and installations where vertical lift and plumbing restrictions can significantly reduce return flow, the Jump 10K gives you the extra capacity and control needed to get your system dialed in.

More Capacity. More Head Pressure. More Control.

That's the advantage of stepping up to the Jump 10K.

Why Choose the Maxspect Jump DC 10K?

Up to 2,641 GPH of Controllable Flow

The Jump 10K delivers a maximum flow rate of 10,000 L/H / 2,641 GPH.

But maximum flow is only part of the story.

Your aquarium doesn't operate at zero head. Water has to travel vertically from the sump to the display, and every elbow, valve, fitting, reactor, filter, and restriction can reduce actual flow.

That's why having additional pump capacity matters.

The Jump 10K lets you start with substantial flow capacity and then dial the pump back to exactly what your system needs.

Use the available output to:

• Match your overflow capacity
• Fine-tune display turnover
• Balance sump flow
• Compensate for vertical lift
• Account for plumbing restrictions
• Feed filtration equipment
• Increase flow as your aquarium grows
• Maintain additional capacity for future upgrades

Don't run more pump than you need. Have enough pump when you need it.

16.4 Feet of Maximum Head

This is one of the biggest reasons to step up to the Jump 10K.

The MJ-DC10K is rated for a maximum head height of 5 meters / 16.4 feet, compared with 4.5 meters / 14.7 feet for the Jump 6K and 8K.

That additional head-pressure capability can be particularly valuable for:

• Tall aquarium stands
• Large custom aquariums
• Remote sumps
• Fish rooms
• Frag systems
• Aquarium systems with long plumbing runs
• Installations with multiple fittings and valves

WWC Tip

Never size a return pump using the maximum GPH number alone.

Your real flow is determined by the pump's performance at your actual operating head.

A pump that produces 2,641 GPH at zero head will deliver substantially less flow once it is pushing water vertically through your plumbing.

For large systems, selecting a pump with additional head-pressure capacity gives you more flexibility to reach your desired flow without operating the pump continuously at its maximum output.

Near-Silent Sine Wave Technology

A large return pump doesn't have to sound like a large return pump.

The Jump DC series uses Sine Wave Technology, which creates a smoother electrical waveform to drive the pump.

Maxspect designed this technology to reduce the vibration and noise associated with traditional pump operation.

That's especially important for large reef systems where the return pump may be operating continuously at significant output.

Powerful where it matters.

Quiet where it counts.

Your reef should be the centerpiece—not the equipment running underneath it.

20 Speed Settings

The Jump 10K gives you precise control over pump output through its external controller.

With 20 speed settings, you can fine-tune return flow to match your aquarium instead of settling for a fixed output.

This is particularly valuable when:

• Your overflow is sensitive to flow changes
• You're trying to eliminate excessive sump turbulence
• You're balancing mechanical filtration
• You're adding or removing filtration equipment
• Your livestock load changes
• You modify your plumbing
• You want to increase flow as your reef matures

Your aquarium will change.

Your return pump should be able to change with it.

Feed Mode

Feeding your fish shouldn't require unplugging your return pump.

The Jump controller includes convenient Feed Mode functionality, allowing you to temporarily reduce or pause normal circulation during feeding.

This helps keep food in the display longer and reduces the amount of food immediately being pulled toward your overflow and filtration system.

Once feeding is complete, normal pump operation resumes.

Pulse Modes

The Jump 10K also includes two pulse modes, giving advanced reef keepers additional options for controlling water movement.

While your return pump's primary job is to circulate water between the display and sump, the additional modes provide more flexibility when configuring your overall flow strategy.

For reefers who already use dedicated circulation pumps, these settings can also be useful when experimenting with different system-wide flow patterns.

Built for Large Reef Filtration Systems

The Jump 10K is particularly well suited to systems where substantial water movement through the sump is required.

Its high-flow capacity makes it an excellent candidate for large systems incorporating:

• Oversized mechanical filtration
• Large protein skimmers
• UV sterilizers
• Media reactors
• Refugiums
• Algae filtration
• Large sump systems
• Multiple filtration stages
• Remote filtration rooms

The ability to adjust the pump means you can tune the return flow around the entire filtration system, rather than designing the filtration system around one fixed pump speed.

🧰 Larger Connections for Larger Systems

The Jump 10K is physically larger than the 6K and 8K models and uses larger plumbing connections to accommodate its increased flow capacity.

The MJ-DC10K includes 1¼-inch and 1½-inch coupling options.

This is an important consideration when designing the plumbing for a high-flow system.

WWC Plumbing Tip

Don't unnecessarily reduce the output size immediately after the pump.

Larger plumbing can help minimize restriction and preserve more of the pump's available flow, especially when you're dealing with substantial vertical lift or long plumbing runs.

For best results, size the plumbing around the actual flow requirements of your system.

100W DC Performance

The Jump 10K is rated at 100W maximum power consumption and operates on DC24V / 5A.

Because the pump output is adjustable, you can operate it below maximum power when your aquarium doesn't require full output.

That gives you the ability to balance:

Flow + head pressure + system requirements + energy use

instead of simply running a pump at 100% all the time.

Larger Pump. Still Designed for Easy Installation.

The MJ-DC10K measures approximately:

8¼" × 4¼" × 3½"

and weighs approximately 3.9 lb.

The larger footprint compared with the 6K and 8K reflects the increased capacity of the 10K.

Important:

Before purchasing, make sure your sump has enough room for the larger MJ-DC10K pump body and that your plumbing can accommodate the 1¼" or 1½" outlet connections.

Is the Maxspect Jump 10K Right for Your Aquarium?

The Jump 10K is designed for reefers who need serious return capacity and additional head-pressure capability.

It's especially well suited for:

• Large reef aquariums
• SPS-dominant systems
• Heavily stocked systems
• Large fish systems
• Custom aquarium installations
• Fish-room systems
• Remote-sump installations
• Tall aquarium stands
• Long plumbing runs
• High-flow filtration systems
• Reefers planning future system expansion

WWC Recommendation

If you're deciding between the Jump 8K and Jump 10K, look closely at your actual operating head and plumbing requirements.

The Jump 10K becomes particularly attractive when you need additional head-pressure capability or want extra pump capacity for future upgrades.

If your system doesn't require that additional capacity, the smaller Jump models may be the better choice.

The best pump isn't the biggest pump. It's the pump that gives you the right flow at your actual operating conditions.

Maxspect Jump DC Pump 10K Specifications

• Model: MJ-DC10K
• Maximum Flow: 10,000 L/H / 2,641 GPH
• Maximum Head: 5 m / 16.4 ft
• Power Consumption: 100W
• Voltage: DC24V
• Current: 5A
• Pump Dimensions: 8¼" × 4¼" × 3½"
• Pump Weight: 3.9 lb
• Output Connections: 1¼" / 32 mm and 1½" / 40 mm
• Controller: External digital controller
• Speed Settings: 20
• Feed Mode: Yes
• Pulse Modes: 2
• Technology: Sine Wave Technology
• Operation: Submersible

Maxspect's current specifications list the MJ-DC10K at 10,000 L/H, 100W, 5 m maximum head, 210 × 110 × 93 mm dimensions, 1.75 kg pump weight, and 1¼"/1½" couplings.

What's Included?

• Maxspect Jump MJ-DC10K Pump
• External Controller
• Power Supply
• 1¼" Coupling
• 1½" Coupling

WWC Quick Take

Our Take on the Maxspect Jump DC 10K

Best for: Large reef aquariums, high-flow filtration systems, custom installations, and systems requiring substantial head-pressure capability.

Maximum flow: 2,641 GPH

Maximum head: 16.4 ft

Power: 100W

Output: 1¼" / 1½"

Why we like it: The Jump 10K combines serious flow capacity with Sine Wave Technology, adjustable DC output, 20 speed settings, Feed Mode, pulse modes, and 16.4 feet of maximum head.

The Big Advantage

The 10K isn't just about having a bigger GPH number.

It's about having additional capacity when your plumbing, vertical lift, filtration equipment, or future system upgrades demand it.

For large reef systems, that extra headroom can be extremely valuable.

WWC Tip: Size Your Return Pump for Real-World Flow

When choosing a return pump, don't ask:

"How many gallons per hour does this pump make?"

Ask:

"How much flow will this pump deliver at my actual operating head?"

Measure the vertical distance from the pump to the display.

Then consider:

• Plumbing diameter
• Vertical lift
• Number of elbows
• Valves
• Unions
• Filters
• Reactors
• UV sterilizers
• Other restrictions

The Jump 10K's 16.4-foot maximum head rating gives you additional capacity to overcome these real-world demands.

The Power to Keep Large Reef Systems Moving

Large aquariums demand more from every part of the filtration system.

The Maxspect Jump DC Pump 10K is designed to meet that demand with 10,000 L/H / 2,641 GPH of maximum flow, 16.4 feet of maximum head, 100W DC performance, adjustable output, and quiet Sine Wave Technology.

It's a return pump designed for reefers who want the capacity to move serious water while still having the control to fine-tune their system.

Whether you're building a large mixed reef, SPS system, fish-heavy aquarium, or custom fish-room installation, the Jump 10K gives you the headroom to build your filtration system around the flow your reef actually needs.

Upgrade Your Reef's Return Flow

Choose the Maxspect Jump DC Pump 10K at Worldwide Corals and give your large reef system the powerful, quiet, controllable return flow it deserves.