Aquascape Large Pondless Waterfall Kit 26' Stream – Complete Backyard Waterfall System w/ SLD 5000–9000 Pump (SKU 53065)
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Description
The Aquascape 53065 is the large 26-foot pondless waterfall kit built around the SLD 5000–9000 — Aquascape’s professional-grade solids-handling adjustable pump. The key distinction from the AquaSurge-powered kits: the SLD actively passes debris, pine needles, leaves, and particulates without clogging. That means fewer pump cleanouts on a 26-foot stream, where organic debris load is significantly higher than in shorter features.
The SLD 5000-9000 (SKU 45037) delivers a maximum of 9,574 GPH at 1,060 watts, with a 33-foot maximum head height — meaningful headroom for multi-tier stream designs or installations with significant vertical rise. The pump is asynchronous, oil-free, and app-controlled via the Aquascape Smart Control App through the included Smart Control Receiver.
The liner system is two-piece: a 10’×30’ stream liner and a 10’×15’ reservoir liner, both 45-mil fish-safe EPDM with a 20-year warranty. Five Large AquaBlox modules create the underground reservoir at 95% void space. The 22-inch waterfall spillway, Pondless Waterfall Vault, and Vault Extension complete the primary structure.
Why Choose The SLD 5000-9000 Over AquaSurge?
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SLD vs. AquaSurge — the key differences for this kit: Both the 53065 (SLD) and the AquaSurge-powered 26’ kits use the same spillway, AquaBlox, liner system, and reservoir structure. The pump is the difference. The SLD 5000-9000 is a solids-handling pump — it ingests and passes debris particles rather than filtering them out. This makes it significantly lower-maintenance for long stream features where leaf litter, pine needles, and organic debris are unavoidable. The AquaSurge 4000-8000 (in the 53069/53038 kits) is a clean-water asynchronous pump — excellent efficiency, but requires a cleaner intake environment. The SLD also delivers higher max flow (9,574 GPH vs 7,793 GPH) and higher max head (33’ vs 27.89’). |
Why Choose This Pondless Waterfall Kit?
- SLD 5000-9000 Solids-Handling Pump — passes debris without clogging. Dramatically reduces maintenance on long-stream features. 9,574 GPH max, 33-foot max head, 1,060W, 3-year warranty.
- App-controlled flow — Smart Control Receiver included. Adjust waterfall intensity, set schedules, turn on/off from the Aquascape Smart Control App on your phone or tablet.
- Five Large AquaBlox modules — 95% void space vs. approximately 30% for gravel. Stores more water in a smaller reservoir excavation. Eliminates hauling large quantities of gravel or stone.
- 22-inch Waterfall Spillway diffuser — optimizes water flow across the full spillway width for an even, natural-looking cascade.
- Two-piece 45-mil EPDM liner system — 10’×30’ stream + 10’×15’ reservoir. Fish-safe, UV/ozone resistant, 20-year warranty.
- Complete LED Lighting Package — (3) 1-Watt LED Waterfall and Up Lights + 60-Watt Transformer with Photocell + 3-Way Splitter + 25’ Extension Cable.
- Automatic Dosing System for Fountains — with 32 fl. oz. Prevent for Fountains water treatment. Timed automatic dosing, no manual treatment intervals required.
What’s Included in the Kit?
- 22” Waterfall Spillway
- Pondless Waterfall Vault (SKU 49000)
- Pondless Waterfall Vault Extension (SKU 49001)
- (5) AquaBlox® Large Water Storage Modules — 95% void space
- SLD 5000-9000 Adjustable Flow Pond Pump (SKU 45037) — solids-handling, with Smart Control Receiver and check valve assembly
- Complete LED Lighting Package: (3) 1-Watt LED Waterfall and Up Lights + 60-Watt Transformer with Photocell + 3-Way Quick-Connect Splitter + 25’ LVL Extension Cable
- Automatic Dosing System for Fountains with 32 fl. oz. water treatment
- 10’×30’ 45-mil fish-safe EPDM LifeLine® Liner — stream (20-year warranty)
- 10’×15’ 45-mil fish-safe EPDM LifeLine® Liner — reservoir (20-year warranty)
- 180 sq. ft. protective non-woven geotextile underlayment
- 2” × 50’ Flexible PVC Pipe
- Installation Kit: Pond and Waterfall Foam Sealant, silicone, PVC cement, all necessary fittings
- Welcome Kit
Technical Specifications
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Specification |
Detail |
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SKU |
53065 |
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System Type |
Pondless waterfall (recirculating, no open pond) |
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Stream Length |
Up to 26 feet |
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Spillway |
22” Aquascape Waterfall Spillway |
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Pump |
SLD 5000-9000 Solids-Handling Adjustable Flow Pump (SKU 45037) |
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Pump Type |
Solids-handling, asynchronous, oil-free — passes debris without clogging |
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Pump Max Flow Rate |
9,574 GPH (not "9,000 GPH" — measured max per Aquascape) |
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Pump Max Head |
33 feet |
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Pump Wattage |
1,060W |
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Pump Amperage |
8.9A |
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Pump Cord |
20 feet |
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Pump Discharge |
2” MPT |
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Pump Dimensions |
13”L × 6.25”W × 7”H |
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Pump Warranty |
3-year limited |
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App Control |
Aquascape Smart Control App (iOS/Android) via included Smart Control Receiver |
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AquaBlox |
(5) Large AquaBlox® Water Storage Modules (95% void space) |
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Reservoir Vault |
Pondless Waterfall Vault (49000) + Extension (49001) |
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Stream Liner |
10’×30’ — 45-mil fish-safe EPDM LifeLine® (20-year warranty) |
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Reservoir Liner |
10’×15’ — 45-mil fish-safe EPDM LifeLine® (20-year warranty) |
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Total Liner Area |
180 sq. ft. |
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Underlayment |
180 sq. ft. protective non-woven geotextile |
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PVC Pipe |
2” × 50’ flexible |
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LED Lights |
(3) 1-Watt LED Waterfall and Up Lights |
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Transformer |
60-Watt with Photocell (auto dusk/dawn on/off) |
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Lighting Accessories |
3-Way Quick-Connect Splitter + 25’ LVL Extension Cable |
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Dosing System |
Automatic Dosing System for Fountains + 32 fl. oz. water treatment |
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Brand |
Aquascape — St. Charles, Illinois, USA |
26’ Pondless Waterfall Kit Comparison — Which Pump Is Right for You?
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Kit |
SKU |
Pump |
Max GPH |
Max Head |
Solids-Handling? |
Best For |
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Large Pondless — AquaSurge |
53038 |
AquaSurge 4000-8000 |
7,793 GPH |
27.89’ |
✗ No |
Clean-water installations; lower debris load; energy-efficient |
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Large Pondless — SLD (this page) |
53065 |
SLD 5000-9000 |
9,574 GPH |
33’ |
✓ Yes — key differentiator |
High debris environments; wooded sites; multi-tier streams; lower maintenance |
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Large Deluxe — AquaSurge |
53069 |
AquaSurge 4000-8000 |
7,793 GPH |
27.89’ |
✗ No |
Premium buyers wanting color-changing LEDs + Faux Driftwood |
Ideal For
- Large properties wanting a dramatic, natural waterfall
- Homeowners who prefer the safety & simplicity of a pondless design
- Contractors installing high-flow waterfall systems
- Anyone wanting precise control over water sound & movement
Why Buy from Pond Pro Direct?
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Frequently Asked Questions:
What is included in the Aquascape Large Pondless Waterfall Kit?
How does the SLD 5000-9000 pump improve my waterfall vs. the AquaSurge?
How does 'pondless' technology simplify maintenance?
How many AquaBlox are included and why does the count matter?
What are the liner dimensions and are they sufficient for a 26-foot stream?
Is the 45-mil EPDM liner durable enough for heavy boulders?
Build a Powerful, Beautiful 26-foot Waterfall
The Aquascape 53065 brings together a solids-handling pump that won’t clog in debris-rich environments, five AquaBlox for a low-labor reservoir build, a two-piece EPDM liner system with a 20-year warranty, complete LED lighting, and automatic water treatment dosing — everything needed for a high-impact 26-foot pondless waterfall with the lowest-maintenance pump option in the large kit lineup.
Questions about whether the SLD or AquaSurge is the right choice for your site, or about installation planning for a 26-foot stream? Call or text (765) 508-4352 — Monday through Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM EST.
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