In an aquarium with no flow, fish and corals can begin to die in as little as 4 to 10 hours. The Battery Backup is reef tank insurance in an aluminum housing. By adding the Battery Backup, your tank is insulated from power interruptions, helping protect your valuable investment - and your tank inhabitants. -Hours are estimated and will vary depending on battery life, pump mode, and other factors. -For best performance when in return pump configuration, a Vectra Battery Backup Booster is required. Included in package: - 1 Power supply for charging - 2 Fused Battery Backup cables Compatible with all models and generations of VorTech Propeller Pumps and Vectra Centrifugal Pumps. Note: Vectra Centrifugal pumps require the use of a Vectra Battery Backup Booster which is sold separately. * Information as per manufacturer