Matala Magna-Flow 110 Pump with EZ Bio 11 Plus Prefilter
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Description
The Matala MF-1100EZ Magna-Flow 1100 is a mag-drive submersible pond pump delivering up to 1,100 GPH at 1” outlet (or 860 GPH at 3/4” outlet) with a maximum head of 8.2 feet. Drawing 76–86 watts, it strikes the balance between performance and efficiency for small-to-medium pond and waterfall applications. This is the complete package: the pump comes bundled with the EZ Bio11 Plus Prefilter (4” dia × 8” long, green coarse mesh) and a Flow Control Valve to fine-tune flow rate or divert output to a secondary fountain or jet.
The 18-foot, 16-gauge power cord with 3-prong grounded 110V plug provides ample reach from most installation locations. The oil-free magnetic drive design eliminates bearing wear and reduces heat transfer into pond water. This is the pump bundled in Matala’s BioSteps filter kits — at approximately 900 GPH at 3 feet of head, it’s the ideal flow rate for the BioSteps gravity filter system.
Key Features & Benefits
What’s Included
- Matala MF-1100EZ Magna-Flow 1100 pump with 3/4” and 1” outlet fittings
- EZ Bio11 Plus Prefilter — 4” diameter × 8” long, green coarse mesh
- Flow Control Valve / Diverter Valve
- 18 ft power cord (16 gauge, 3-prong grounded, 110V)
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | MF-1100EZ |
| Model Name | Magna-Flow 1100 |
| Pump Type | Mag-Drive (magnetic drive) submersible |
| Max Flow — 3/4” outlet | 860 GPH (3,260 LPH) | 76W |
| Max Flow — 1” outlet | 1,100 GPH (4,000 LPH) | 86W |
| Flow at 3 ft Head (typical) | ~900 GPH |
| Max Head | 8.2 ft (2.5 m) |
| Wattage | 76W (3/4”) — 86W (1”) |
| Voltage | 110V |
| Power Cord | 18 ft, 16 gauge, 3-prong grounded plug |
| Outlet Sizes | 3/4” and 1” |
| EZ Bio11 Prefilter | 4” diameter × 8” long, green coarse mesh |
| Oil-Free | Yes — eco-friendly, completely oil-free |
| Applications | Pond, waterfall, BioSteps filter, fountains, aquaponics |
Matala Magna-Flow Pump Family
| Model | SKU | Max GPH | EZ Bio11 + Valve | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Magna-Flow 600 | MF-600 | 600 | Not included | Small fountains, compact water features |
| Magna-Flow 750 | MF-750 | 750 | Not included | Small ponds, modest waterfalls |
| Magna-Flow 1100 ← This | MF-1100EZ | 1,100 | Included | Medium ponds, BioSteps filter systems |
| Magna-Flow 1350 | MF-1350EZ | 1,350 | Included | Larger ponds, higher-head waterfall returns |
The EZ Bio11 Plus Prefilter and Flow Control Valve are included only with the MF-1100EZ and MF-1350EZ models. The MF-600 and MF-750 are sold as pump-only.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the actual flow rates of the MF-1100EZ at different head heights?
The MF-1100EZ is a two-performance-mode pump depending on outlet size:
- 3/4” outlet: Max flow 860 GPH (3,260 LPH) | 76W
- 1” outlet: Max flow 1,100 GPH (4,000 LPH) | 86W
Max head for both configurations is 8.2 ft (2.5 m). At a typical 3-foot head (common for BioSteps filter returns and small waterfalls), the pump delivers approximately 900 GPH. Use the included Flow Control Valve to reduce flow if your system requires less than the maximum output.
What is the EZ Bio11 Plus Prefilter and what does it do?
The EZ Bio11 Plus Prefilter is a 4” diameter × 8” long cylindrical mesh prefilter (green coarse mesh) that wraps around the pump intake. It provides two functions:
- Pump protection: Blocks large debris (leaves, twigs, gravel) from entering the pump impeller while allowing smaller particles and pond water to pass freely
- Biological filtration: The coarse mesh surface supports a layer of beneficial bacteria, providing a first stage of biological filtration before water enters the pump and main filter system
Unlike solid-block pre-filters that can restrict flow and require frequent cleaning, the coarse mesh design maintains good flow rates even when colonized with biofilm. In BioSteps systems, fine debris passes through to the BioSteps filter chamber for processing.
How does the Flow Control Valve (Diverter Valve) work?
The included Flow Control Valve (also called a Diverter Valve) connects between the pump outlet and your plumbing. It has two functions:
- Flow adjustment: Reduce total output from the pump’s maximum to the exact flow rate your waterfall, filter, or fountain requires — without running the pump at maximum power constantly
- Flow diversion: Split pump output, sending primary flow to your waterfall or BioSteps filter while diverting secondary flow to a separate fountain jet, spitter, or decorative water feature
This allows a single MF-1100EZ to simultaneously supply a filter return and a decorative feature, reducing the total number of pumps needed in the system.
Is the MF-1100EZ compatible with the Matala BioSteps filter?
Yes — the MF-1100EZ is the pump included in Matala’s BioSteps Premium Kit and is specifically designed to pair with the BioSteps gravity filter. At approximately 900 GPH at 3 feet of head, the MF-1100EZ provides the flow rate BioSteps is designed to handle (800–900 GPH). The EZ Bio11 Plus Prefilter is engineered to protect the pump while allowing debris to pass through to the BioSteps biological chamber for processing. The BioSteps filter system is rated for ponds up to 2,000 gallons (water garden) or 1,000 gallons (koi pond).
Why is a mag-drive pump preferable to a conventional pump?
Magnetic drive pumps use magnetic coupling between the motor and impeller rather than a mechanical shaft seal. Compared to conventional shaft-seal pumps:
- Longer lifespan: No shaft seal to wear and leak; no mechanical bearings to fail
- Quieter operation: Magnetic coupling eliminates the vibration noise of direct-shaft designs
- Oil-free: No lubricating oil in the pump housing — no contamination risk to pond water even if the casing is damaged
- Lower heat transfer: Energy-efficient mag-drive motors generate less heat than conventional motors, reducing the thermal load on pond water
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