Blue Thumb Fountain Conversion Kit
Transform Your Vase into a Professional Fountain
The Blue Thumb Fountain Conversion Kit provides everything you need to transform your existing vase, urn, or decorative vessel into a fully functional fountain. These complete conversion kits include a professional-grade Achelous AquaBox reservoir basin, matched pump, and all necessary plumbing components to create a beautiful water feature from your own container.
Available in two sizes to accommodate different vase dimensions and water volume requirements, each kit features a heavy-duty molded basin engineered to support substantial weight, a mag-drive pump for reliable performance, and kink-free tubing with quick disconnect fittings for easy installation. The included flow control valve allows you to adjust water flow to achieve your desired fountain effect.
Key Features
- Complete Conversion System: Everything needed to convert a vase into a fountain
- Achelous AquaBox Basin: Heavy-duty molded reservoir with substantial capacity
- Mag-Drive Pump: Reliable, energy-efficient performance
- Flow Control Valve: Adjust water flow for your desired effect
- Quick Disconnect Fittings: Kink-free tubing for easy installation and maintenance
- Two Sizes: 36" and 48" basins for different vase dimensions
- Professional Grade: Engineered for long-term reliability
Available Sizes
36" Achelous AquaBox Conversion Kit (SKU: AB36KIT)
Reservoir Basin: 36" diameter × 16" high (39.5" overall diameter)
Capacity: 60 gallons
Maximum Static Load: 750 lbs
Pump: 800 GPH mag-drive
Includes: Bulkhead fitting, kink-free tube with quick disconnects, standpipe with flow control valve
48" Achelous AquaBox Conversion Kit (SKU: AB48KIT)
Reservoir Basin: 48" diameter × 16" high (51.5" overall diameter)
Capacity: 95 gallons
Maximum Static Load: 1200 lbs
Pump: 1,100 GPH mag-drive
Includes: Bulkhead fitting, kink-free tube with quick disconnects, standpipe with flow control valve
Complete Kit Includes
- Achelous AquaBox molded reservoir basin (size varies by selection)
- Mag-drive pump (GPH matched to basin size)
- Bulkhead fitting
- Kink-free tubing with quick disconnect fittings
- Standpipe with flow control valve
How It Works
The conversion kit creates a recirculating fountain system beneath your vase. The Achelous AquaBox basin serves as the water reservoir, the pump circulates water up through the standpipe and into your vase, and water flows back down into the basin to recirculate. The flow control valve allows you to adjust the water flow rate, while the quick disconnect fittings make installation and seasonal maintenance straightforward.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What size kit do I need for my vase?
A: Choose based on your vase size and weight. The 36" kit supports vases up to 750 lbs with a 60-gallon reservoir. The 48" kit supports vases up to 1200 lbs with a 95-gallon reservoir. Larger vases and heavier materials require the 48" kit.
Q: Does my vase need to be drilled?
A: Yes. Your vase will need a drainage hole for water to flow back into the basin. The bulkhead fitting connects the vase to the standpipe system.
Q: What is included in the conversion kit?
A: Each kit includes the Achelous AquaBox reservoir basin, matched mag-drive pump, bulkhead fitting, kink-free tubing with quick disconnects, and standpipe with flow control valve. You provide the vase or decorative container.
Q: What is the Achelous AquaBox?
A: The Achelous AquaBox is a heavy-duty molded reservoir basin specifically engineered to support the substantial weight of vases and urns while providing adequate water storage for fountain operation.
Q: What are quick disconnect fittings?
A: Quick disconnect fittings allow you to easily connect and disconnect tubing without tools, making installation faster and seasonal maintenance more convenient.
Q: Can I adjust the water flow?
A: Yes. The included flow control valve allows you to adjust the water flow rate to achieve your desired fountain effect, from a gentle trickle to a more robust flow.
Q: What is the maximum weight the basin can support?
A: The 36" basin supports up to 750 lbs static load, while the 48" basin supports up to 1200 lbs static load. This includes the weight of your vase plus water.
Q: Can I install this myself?
A: Yes. The conversion kit is designed for DIY installation. You'll need to excavate for the basin, drill your vase (if not already drilled), and connect the components according to the included instructions.
Q: Do I need to add pebbles or decorative stone?
A: Decorative pebbles or stone are recommended to cover the basin and create a finished appearance around your vase fountain. These are sold separately.