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What is ID.me?
A complete, cabinet-housed quad-diffuser aeration system for ponds up to 4 acres — now with the option to add 3/8" Quick Sink airline tubing right on this page in 100 ft increments.
Four dual-head QS2 diffusers aerate ponds up to 4 acres.
Typical operating cost around $1.10 per day at $0.09/kWh.
Rated for depths up to 50 feet, moving up to 6.5 CFM of air.
Select 1-4 rolls of 100 ft 3/8" Quick Sink airline tubing above, or order custom lengths separately if you need more.
Compressor, outlet assembly, pressure gauge, cooling fan, and electrical box all pre-installed.
2-year warranty on the compressor, 5-year warranty on diffusers and cabinet.
Use the Quick Sink Air Line option above to add 3/8" Quick Sink tubing directly to your order in 100 ft rolls — choose 1 to 4 rolls (100 to 400 ft total) depending on how far your diffusers sit from the cabinet. Each roll is $98.
| Quick Sink Air Line | Total Tubing | Added Cost |
|---|---|---|
| None | — | $0.00 |
| 1 Line | 100 ft | +$98.00 |
| 2 Lines | 200 ft | +$196.00 |
| 3 Lines | 300 ft | +$294.00 |
| 4 Lines | 400 ft | +$392.00 |
Need more than 400 ft, or a different diameter? Visit our full Quick Sink Tubing page or call 888-825-6214.
| Spec | PA86AD | PA86D |
|---|---|---|
| Tubing | Optional (add 1-4 rolls above) | 600 ft 3/8" Included |
| Weight | 122 lbs | 260 lbs |
| Warranty | 2-Yr Compressor, 5-Yr Diffusers/Cabinet | 2-Yr Compressor, 5-Yr Tubing/Diffusers/Cabinet |
| Best For | Custom tubing runs / existing tubing | Turnkey setup, straight out of the box |
Want more tubing included out of the box? See the PA86D Sentinel Deluxe Aeration System.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Horsepower | 3/4 HP |
| Compressor | Stratus™ SRC50 Gen 2 (Rocking Piston) |
| Voltage | 115V or 230V |
| Amperage | 4.5A / 2.3A at 10' operating depth |
| Maximum Airflow | 6.5 CFM |
| Maximum Depth | 50 ft |
| Number of Diffusers | 4 (QS2 Dual-Head Quick Sink) |
| Tubing | Optional, 3/8" Quick Sink (add 1-4 rolls above) |
| Weight | 122 lbs |
| Suggested Pond Size | Up To 4 Acres |
| Warranty | 2-Year Compressor, 5-Year Diffusers/Cabinet |
Need more than 400 ft or a different diameter? Shop the full tubing lineup separately.
Shop Airline Tubing →Improve the appearance of your pond and help block sunlight that fuels algae growth with concentrated lake dye packets.
Shop Pond Dye →Pair aeration with beneficial bacteria pellets to break down organic sludge on the pond bottom.
Shop Sludge Remover →How big of a pond can this system handle?
The PA86AD is rated for ponds up to about 4 acres, depending on depth and shape, and can aerate down to 50 feet.
Does this come with tubing?
Not by default, but you can add 1 to 4 rolls of 100 ft 3/8" Quick Sink tubing right on this page at $98 per roll. If you need more than 400 ft or a different diameter, our full tubing page has more options — or see the PA86D version, which includes 600 ft of tubing out of the box.
How many rolls of tubing do I need?
It depends on the distance from your cabinet to each diffuser — each roll is 100 ft. Add up your total run length and round up to the nearest 100 ft roll.
Is the cabinet weatherproof?
Yes. The deluxe steel cabinet is lockable and includes a cooling fan and pre-mounted electrical box, built for outdoor use.
How much does it cost to run?
Typical operation runs around $1.10 per 24 hours at $0.09/kWh, though actual cost varies by local electricity rates.
What's the warranty?
2 years on the compressor, and 5 years on the diffusers and cabinet.
