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Aqua Thruster - Lake Muck & Weed Blower

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$1,370.00

***NOTE: The Oscillator 360 is an OPTIONAL add-on. The Standard Model of the AquaThruster does not include the Oscillator 360. 

Frequently bought together:

Description

 

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The AquaThruster 

The AquaThruster by Weeders Digest is the most effective tool to help protect, clean & maintain your shoreline & beach. This multi-purpose lake muck blower will meet, or exceed your expectations when used properly. The Aqua Thruster has many benefits and has one of the highest satisfaction rates among our customers. It can sweep away and clear out muck and sludge from your beach bottom wherever you choose. 

The AquaThruster is the best lake weed control product for getting rid of & preventing lake muck, dead lake weeds, algae, leaves, twigs and other debris on the lake bottom, and floating on the surface. 

  • Guaranteed to drastically improve your shoreline in as little as a few days.
  • Capable of clearing as much as a 175 foot diameter area from one spot!
  • Efficient operation (see below for power usage)
  • The OPTIONAL programmable oscillator can be set to rotate any amount from 0-360 degrees
  • All components are UL listed and UL approved.
  • Available in 110 or 220 Volt at 60Hz options.
  • 6 mounting options to best fit your needs (see below)
  • 1/2hp - 3/4hp - 1hp & 2hp motors to choose from
  • Optional Timers: Dual Outlet 7-day Digital Timer - or- 3-Outlet Timer with Remote 

NOTE: The AquaThruster motor and the 360 Oscillator DO NOT use the same power cord. They each have their own individual power cords & length options.  When selecting cord lengths for each item, they do not have to match.

The AquaThruster comes in a variety of HP models and mounting options to fit any application. See below to learn more about all of these options to determine which option will be ideal for your application.  If you still have questions or would like some assistance regarding mounting and horsepower options - feel free to give us a call or use our live chat feature. Once we know the specifics of your shoreline and current situation, we will quickly be able to advise you on the best, most effective options.

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Choosing the right size Aqua Thruster blower motor depends on what you're trying to accomplish, how large of an area you want clear, and how much muck, sludge, weeds, leaves & debris you have on the surface and bottom of your lake front.

 

The diagram is designed to give you a general idea of how the thrust power differs between each HP motor options.


 

Your Mounting Option Choices

 

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Dock Plate Mount:

The Dock Plate Mount attaches to the top and side of your dock with four bolts. It's is not as portable as our other mounts but if you will have no need to frequently relocate around your dock it is a great option.

  • Ideal for wood docks and people who are able to drill holes in decking and side of their dock. 
  • Can be used with or without the 360 Oscillator
  • The AquaThruster can easily be removed from the mount for easy storing.

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Portable Dock Post Mount:

This mount is a great option for docks that have posts that come up past the dock surface. It can quickly be mounted and relocated as needed to another dock post which helps maximize coverage area.   

  • Can be used with or without the 360 Oscillator
  • Easy to move from post to post as needed!
  • Fits square and round dock posts up to 4" wide

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Truss Dock Mount:

This "sandwich style" mount attaches to the side of any truss style dock. It can be moved anywhere around your dock very easily so you can cover more area effectively. 

  • Can be used with or without the 360 Oscillator
  • Easy to move from anywhere along dock truss
  • Only compatible with truss docks

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BOTTOM FRAME for 360 degree Oscillator

The Portable Bottom Frame mount enables you to use your 360 degree oscillator without mounting to a dock!


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 Free Standing Frame Mount:

This is a great option if you don't have a dock or want to locate your AquaThruster in areas away from your dock AND you don't plan on purchasing the 360 Oscillator.  This option allows you to manage more area as it can be moved and relocated along the shoreline as needed. This mount is not compatible with the 360 Oscillator.


Disclaimer: Some states including Minnesota have regulations regarding methods that moves or removes the lake bottom. Feel free to call us for more information regarding regulations or contact your local representative for information on possible regulations in your area.


AquaThruster Timer Option

Dual Outlet 7-Day Digital Timer

  • Up to 20 on and off settings per day, repeats weekly.

  • Option to program each day different or weekdays different than weekends.

  • 2-grounded outlets, weatherproof housing, 12 in. power cord.

  • Ratings: 125-Volt, 60 Hz./15-Amp, 1875-Watt resistive and tungsten/8 Amp ballast/up to 3/4 HP, 15FLA, 90LRA

3-Outlet Timer with Remote

  • Features 3 grounded outlets with safety covers, 6 inch 14/3 cord and two mounting holes for improved stability. Weatherproof housing.

  • The remote features buttons to quickly turn the unit on/off or set for dusk to dawn, or on at dusk and countdowns of 2, 4, 6, or 8 hours repeating daily.

  • 100ft range in open areas. Signal works through walls without interference.

  • Timer Ratings; 125Volt  | 15 Amp/1875W, 1250W Tungsten  |  FCC compliant | CSA Listed  

Outdoor Wi-Fi Enabled Smart Plug - Manage from Smartphone App

  • Schedule and control each socket individually or grouped together.
  • Control your AquaThruster and 360° Oscillator from inside by pairing the Outdoor Smart Plug with a Google Assistant or Amazon Alexa device (sold separately).

  • Designed for outdoor use with weatherproof outlet covers and 3-prong plug compatibility.

  • Compatibility Requirements - Requires 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi for smart control; max 15A for general use.

 

 

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So, when someone asks you how to get rid of lake muck, weeds, leaves, twigs, algae and scum around their dock and lake shore... You may tell them this. Weeders Digest offers the best solutions for removing and preventing lake muck on your lake front. The AquaThruster is a popular choice especially when their customers want something that will resolve their muck, silt, aquatic seaweed and floating algae issue FAST! There are multiple horse power blower motors and mounts to ensure it will perform well in nearly any application. After years of continually improving and perfecting every aspect of the AquaThruster. Weeders Digest is confident that this product will drastically improve your shoreline and guarantees customer satisfaction. It is also the perfect tool for maintaining a clean beach bottom as well as protecting your shoreline from weeds & algae that tend to float in.

The Dock Plate Mount, Post mount, Truss Dock Mount and 360 Bottom Frame options for the AquaThruster are all compatible with the 360 Oscillator and adjustable up to a 5 foot water depth so you can use it for blasting and moving lake muck and sediment by positioning close to the muck bottom. You can also raise it to just below the water surface to maintain a floating weed and algae area.

You can add the 360 degree oscillating motor to your Aquathruster to maximize up to a 360 degree coverage area!  The oscillating motor is a fantastic convenience tool because it enables you to mount your AquaThruster in one dock location so you don't have to reposition.
 

Specifications

Product Name: AquaThruster
Material: Stainless Steel / Aluminum
Power Type: Electric
Horsepower: 1/2 hp, 3/4 hp, 1 hp, and 2 hp
Cord Length: 50' standard, 100' - 150' - 200' optional, longer available upon request
Voltage: 110 or 220 volt
Options: Programmable Oscillator | Dual Outlet Digital Timer
Common Applications: Removing and controlling bottom muck, algae, dead vegetation and floating debris; Maintaining a sandy, hard bottom
Mounting Options: Dock/Pier Mount, Freestanding Options

FAQs

Q: Do I need to select the same power cord length option for both the AquaThruster Motor and the Oscillating Attachment?  Do they use the same, or separate cords?
A: They DO NOT use the same power cord. It is up to you which cord lengths to choose for each. The Oscillator cord does not have to be the same length as the AquaThruster.

Q: What are the power requirements for a 1 HP AquaThruster with 360 Oscillator?
A: The 1 HP AquaThruster with 360 Oscillator requires 110V power (but they each have their own power cord) and has an amp draw of 12.5 Amps. We also offer a 220V version of the 1 HP AquaThruster.

Q: Do you have mounting options available if I don’t want to put my AquaThruster on a dock?
A: Yes! We have a free standing frame that’s compatible with our AquaThruster motor, and if you want to utilize the 360 Oscillator, check out our 360 Bottom Frame Mount

Q: How powerful are the AquaThruster motors, really?
A: People are surprised by how powerful the motors are. Make sure to mount the system securely.

Q: At which angle should the thruster motor be pointed?
A: Slightly pointed up. This helps so that you do not dredge the lake bottom.

Q: Can I change the rotation timing and speed of the Oscillator?
A: Yes the AquaThruster is programmable from 0-359 degrees.

Q: Should I run the AquaThruster constantly, or should I limit the hours it runs each day.
A: Each lakefront owner’s situation is different, and the circumstances will dictate the hours you should operate your AquaThruster. Many users will operate their AquaThruster around the clock for a couple weeks, then reduce operating hours to a few hours each day.

Q: Should I point it out to deep water or towards shore?
A: You can do both depending on what you are using it for. Please call a sales representative for additional operational advice.

Q: How deep should I have the thruster motor?
A: At least 2-3’ of water depth, ideally 4’.

Q: How deep does it reach?
A: The pole goes down to 5’ water depth, but you can reach deeper by adjusting the angle of the motor.

Q: What size post will it fit?
A: The portable post mount bracket fits round, square, and rectangle posts up to 4” diameter.

Q: How quickly will I see results?
A: The AquaThruster will demonstrate its effectiveness on surface stagnation in minutes. Even when clearing water that has been washed into your shore, the results are shockingly fast.

Q: What time(s) of year can I use my AquaThruster?
A: Your AquaThruster can be used starting in the spring, and through the fall to the point where temperatures get close to freezing. Early season use oftentimes results in less weeds popping up in your area, and later season use helps prevent decomposing vegetation from forming a muck layer in your area. In addition, summer use helps to keep boat chop debris, algae, and duckweed from populating on your shoreline.

Q: How can I move it from one location to another quickly?
A: Our Portable Post Mount or Freestanding mounting options make it very quick and easy to relocate the AquaThruster. The Standard Dock Mount is the only mount that is more difficult to quickly move around because it needs to be bolted to your dock surface. We recommend purchasing an additional mount or two, plus our Quick Mount, if you need to move it around. The Quick Mount will allow you the flexibility of quickly releasing your unit from mount to mount in less than a minute.

Q: Can the AquaThruster help my specific needs and how do I know what size motor to purchase?
A: If you are unclear of what size and mounting are best for your specific needs contact us and we will assist you with the best configuration for your needs. Choosing the right size AquaThruster motor depends on what you're trying to accomplish, how large of an area you want clear, and how much muck, sludge, leaves or debris you have on the bottom of your lakefront. Our website contains a diagram which will give you a general idea of how the thrust power differs between each HP motor options.

Q: Can I attach it to a seawall?
A: Yes, please contact a sales representative for additional guidance.

Q: Is it portable with remote frame?
A: Yes. We offer freestanding mounting options allowing you to position wherever you like.

Q: Do I need to replace the prop?
A: Only if it breaks

Q: Do I need a GFI?
A: A GFCI is always advisable.

Q: Made in the USA?
A: Yes made in the USA.

Q: Can it be used while swimmers are present?
A: No we do not recommend using while swimmers are present.

Q: Isn’t it dangerous to operate an electric motor in the water?
A: Yes! The AquaThruster blower motors are tested by ETL to meet stringent UL and CSA standards for underwater use.

Q: What is the chain for?
A: The chain enables you to attach the power cord to the protective cage

 
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139 Reviews

  • 5
    Aqua Thruster, Fountains

    Posted by Doc on 31st May 2023

    Easy to work with and they take care of business.

  • 5
    Aqua thruster

    Posted by Allen Benton on 3rd May 2023

    This thing rocks. It will clear the muck and weeds. the weeds take a little time, but it works.

  • 5
    DURABILITY

    Posted by COREY on 4th Oct 2022

    Purchased my Aquathruster in 2017 and it is still going strong. We would have sold our cottage without it. And 4 of my neighbors bought one as well after seeing the results I was having. I would recommend this 100%. It is worth every penny.

  • 5
    Aqua thruster

    Posted by Carlos on 16th Jun 2022

    Very efficiency. Carlos, Electrical Contractor

  • 5
    Aqua Thruster

    Posted by joseph pacelli on 13th Dec 2021

    What an amazing product!!! High quality and powerful. Easy to set up and Charlie at Weeders Digest was extremely help. This was a long awaited Christmas present after years of raking and wheelbarrowing leaves and muck from our shoreline.

  • 4
    Should Have Bought this years ago!

    Posted by Unknown on 14th Sep 2021

    Within a day of set up - I could see the bottom of my lake! Don't think I had ever seen it before. Biggest thing will be to use it to remove the silt before the weeds begin to grow next spring. Overall an a great product.! We were so happy with our purchase we bought more mounting options to give us flexibility. Thank you !

  • 5
    Lake Life is fun again!

    Posted by Steve K on 9th Sep 2021

    After two years of struggling to improve our shoreline, spending thousands on sand, pellets, rakes, etc... to the point where I wasn't spending time with my kids and they weren't willing to swim in the weedy muck, I finally invested in the Aqua Thruster. After just a few weeks, our swimming area grew by 8x, and the bottom is firm and sandy. The kids no longer come out of the water covered in muck and creepy crawlers! The Aqua Thruster does what they say it will, and with a little manual labor, it can do even more! Being at the lake is fun again, and I now encourage my family and friends to get an Aqua Thruster. Definitely worth it.

  • 5
    Thruster, oscillator and bottom frame

    Posted by Sharon on 2nd Sep 2021

    I already put in my review but wanted to add that I talked to Charlie at Weeder’s Digest and he was terrific in helping me make a decision on what we needed. His customer service was superb. Thank you Charlie!!

  • 5
    Thruster, oscillator and bottom frame

    Posted by Sharon on 2nd Sep 2021

    We LOVE this thruster!! I tell people it’s the best money I ever spent. We’ve been raking out weeds for 50 years and now we have just a tiny bit. It’s wonderful - I get excited every time I look at the beach - no weeds and the water is clear. We bought the bottom frame because we wanted to be able to move it since we have a large frontage. It’s expensive but worth it. Our backs appreciate it - ha.

  • 5
    Best Buy

    Posted by Andre Ch on 17th Aug 2021

    I have just started using the Aqua Thruster, it is a revelation, my lakefront has never been so clean and inviting...great buy !!!

  • 5
    Aqua Thruster

    Posted by Chris on 27th Jul 2021

    Very happy with the results that we are having with the Aqua Thruster. We have seen a great amount of improvement in eliminating the lake weed away from the swim platform. We have had to check on the fan every day and clean the weeds from it and rake the weed debris from around the swim platform. We are loving getting in and swimming again without the weeds brushing up around our legs. I would highly recommend this product!

  • 5
    Amazing product

    Posted by Matt S on 18th Jul 2021

    I should not have waited as long as I did to purchase the Aqua Thruster. It has totally transformed the area around my dock and lift. We have a swimmable beach again!

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