Vertex Air 2 XL2 Aeration System
Aerate Up to 6 Acres with the Vertex Air 2 XL2 Aerator
The Vertex Air 2 XL2 Aerator System steps up from the Air 1 Plus to a 1/2 HP, two-cylinder Brookwood rotary-vane compressor and a Medium QuietAir cabinet. It still feeds two XL2 AirStations - four 9 in self-cleaning membrane disks total - but the bigger compressor pushes the rated airflow from 2.5 CFM to 4.3 CFM and lifts pumping capacity to about 9,800 gallons per minute. That extra muscle covers ponds up to roughly 6 acres at depths greater than 8 ft, or smaller water bodies where you want a faster turnover rate.
Pick 115V or 230V at 60 Hz. The Brookwood compressor uses upgraded rotors, stators, valve plates, bearings, and capacitors tuned to run continuously 24/7 with a 2 to 3 year duty cycle between scheduled maintenance. Vertex SafeStart auto-restart technology brings the compressor back online under maximum rated pressure without motor damage after a power loss, and thermal overload protection trips before the compressor can overheat.
Add the optional Medium Cabinet Sound Reduction Kit at order time for ultra-quiet operation - a muffler box, sound insulation, and quiet filter package sized to the Medium QuietAir cabinet. Pick the 3/8 in self-weighted BottomLine tubing length that reaches from your cabinet to the AirStation drop points. Free shipping on every Air 2 XL2.
The Vertex Air 2 XL2 is a two-station bottom-diffused aeration system for ponds up to 6 acres. 1/2 HP 2-cylinder Brookwood compressor, 4.3 CFM, two XL2 AirStations, up to 9,800 GPM total pumping capacity.
QuietAir Medium powder-coated aluminum cabinet with 140 CFM cooling fan. Class A GFCI protection. Vertex SafeStart auto-restart. Thermal overload protection. Oil-free, no lubrication.
115V or 230V. Optional Medium Cabinet Sound Reduction Kit. Optional 50, 100, 250, or 500 ft BottomLine tubing for the run to each AirStation.
Free shipping on every Vertex Air 2 XL2. Optional Sound Reduction Kit and weighted tubing available above. Call (470) 354-1969.
Watch the Vertex Aeration System in Action
Why Choose the Air 2 XL2 by Vertex
Air 2 XL2 Specifications
| Air 2 XL2 | |
|---|---|
| Horsepower | 1/2 HP |
| Compressor | Brookwood rotary vane, oil-free, 2 cylinder |
| AirStations | 2 x XL2 (two 9 in self-cleaning membrane disks each) |
| Max Air Output (CFM) | 4.3 CFM |
| Maximum Operating Depth | 30 ft |
| Maximum Aerated Acres | Up to 6 acres at depths above 8 ft |
| Pumping Capacity | Up to 9,800 GPM |
| BottomLine Tubing (Optional) | 50, 100, 250, or 500 ft - 3/8 in self-weighted |
| Voltage Options | 115V or 230V |
| Cabinet | QuietAir Medium powder-coated aluminum with 140 CFM cooling fan |
| Sound Reduction Kit (Optional) | Muffler box, sound insulation, and quiet filter for ultra-low noise |
| GFCI Safety Circuit | Class A, on compressor and fan circuits |
| Auto Restart Under Pressure | Yes - Vertex SafeStart |
| Thermal Overload Protection | Yes |
| Lubrication | Oil-free, no lubrication required |
| Compressor Warranty | 3 yr (excluding wearable parts) |
| Cabinet Warranty | Limited lifetime against rust |
| AirStation Warranty | 5 yr |
| BottomLine Tubing Warranty | 15 yr |
Requirements & What to Know Before You Buy
- Pond Surface: up to 6 acres on the Air 2 XL2 at depths greater than 8 ft. For larger ponds, look at the Air 3 or Air 4 systems.
- Pond Depth: 30 ft maximum operating depth. Standard XL2 AirStations are rated for 8 ft or deeper - for shallower water Vertex offers optional Shallow Water XL2 SW stations on request.
- Power: pick 115V or 230V (60 Hz). The cabinet plugs into a properly sized GFCI-protected dedicated circuit.
- Cabinet Placement: the QuietAir Medium cabinet mounts on shore within reach of a power outlet. Use the included heavy-duty mounting pad. Shade helps keep compressor temperatures down in summer.
- Tubing Run: 3/8 in BottomLine self-weighted tubing connects the cabinet to each AirStation. You may need two tubing kits depending on AirStation placement - measure each run and choose 50, 100, 250, or 500 ft above. The cabinet has a dual-valved control manifold to feed both stations.
- AirStation Placement: drop the two XL2 stations at the deepest spots in the pond, or spread them across two distinct sections for irregular shorelines. Self-sinking stainless bases prevent sinking into soft sediment.
- Sound Reduction: the Medium Cabinet sound kit adds a muffler box, insulation, and quiet filter. Order at the same time as the system to get a single-shipment install.
- Winter Operation: the Air 2 XL2 can run year round. In freezing climates we recommend pulling the AirStations into shallower water during winter to maintain a small open-water area without freezing the cabinet.
- Sizing Help: Call (470) 354-1969 with your pond surface area and depth and we will recommend the right Vertex system.
What's Included & Optional Add-Ons
- 1/2 HP Two-Cylinder Brookwood Compressor - rotary-vane, oil-free, continuous duty
- Two XL2 AirStations - two 9 in self-cleaning membrane disks each on stainless steel self-sinking bases
- QuietAir Medium Cabinet - powder-coated aluminum with 140 CFM cooling fan
- Dual-Valved Aluminum Control Manifold - pre-assembled in the cabinet to independently meter both AirStations
- Class A GFCI Safety Circuit - on compressor and fan circuits, quick disconnect switch
- Heavy-Duty Mounting Pad - lightweight pad for shore mounting
- Optional Medium Cabinet Sound Reduction Kit - muffler box, sound insulation, and quiet filter (CBN109SA)
- Optional 3/8 in BottomLine Tubing - 50, 100, 250, or 500 ft self-weighted; one or two kits depending on AirStation placement
- Optional Shallow Water AirStations (XL2 SW) - for depths shallower than 8 ft, on request
- Warranty - 3 yr compressor, 5 yr AirStations, 15 yr BottomLine tubing, limited lifetime cabinet against rust
Vertex Air 2 XL2 Diffused Aerator Specifications
| Manufacturer | Vertex Aquatic Solutions |
| Model | Air 2 XL2 Aeration System |
| Type | Two-station bottom-diffused aeration system with shore-mounted compressor cabinet |
| Horsepower | 1/2 HP Brookwood rotary-vane two-cylinder compressor |
| Voltage Options | 115V or 230V, 60 Hz |
| Air Output | 4.3 CFM |
| Pumping Capacity | Up to 9,800 GPM |
| Maximum Operating Depth | 30 ft |
| Maximum Aerated Acres | Up to 6 acres at depths over 8 ft |
| AirStations Included | 2 x XL2 (two 9 in self-cleaning membrane disks each) |
| AirStation Base | Powder-coated stainless steel self-sinking base |
| Cabinet Construction | QuietAir Medium powder-coated aluminum with stamped ventilation grill |
| Cooling Fan | 140 CFM |
| Safety Features | Class A GFCI on compressor and fan circuits, quick disconnect switch, SafeStart auto restart, thermal overload protection |
| Tubing (Optional) | 3/8 in BottomLine self-weighted; 50, 100, 250, or 500 ft per AirStation |
| Sound Reduction Kit (Optional) | Medium Cabinet sound kit (CBN109SA): muffler box, sound insulation, quiet filter |
| Total Configurations | 20 across voltage, sound kit, and tubing length |
| Applications | Medium commercial ponds, HOA lakes, fishing ponds, agricultural water bodies up to 6 acres at depths over 8 ft |
| Warranty (Compressor) | 3 years (excluding wearable parts) |
| Warranty (AirStations) | 5 years |
| Warranty (BottomLine Tubing) | 15 years |
| Warranty (Cabinet) | Limited lifetime against rust |
| Country of Origin | Vertex Aquatic Solutions, USA |