I'm thinking of adding an algae scrubber, I have a 180g reef and a heavy bioload. Looking for people's experiences with the various models and which ones work the best, any pros and cons of different types. See ya AL
Algae scrubber advice
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sixty_reefer
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@SantaMonica might be able to help you
Jeff Jarry reef
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I currently have a icecap ATS and love it
OP
OP
Thanks gonna look into those and make a decision, is it safe to assume bigger is better?
MichaelReefer
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Not necessarily. If you go TOO BIG you will strip everything out of the water. Like using too much GFO for example.
OP
OP
Ya I get that's possible but I have what some would consider a huge bioload, thus wondering if for my system bigger would be better?
1 Japanese Dragon Eel
7 triggers
1 broomtail wrasse
3 tangs
2 clowns
1 damsel
1 grouper
1 Harlequin Tusk
1 squirrel fish
1 Japanese Dragon Eel
7 triggers
1 broomtail wrasse
3 tangs
2 clowns
1 damsel
1 grouper
1 Harlequin Tusk
1 squirrel fish
For a 180 w/heavy bioload, I'm guessing you will have multiple forms of filtration. That is a factor to keep in mind. I wrote this up for sizing my units
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How do I know what size Turbo Alage Scrubber to get?
I get this question fairly regularly. Sometimes, the answer is pretty cut and dry. Other times, it's very much dependent on your specific tank setup and/or conditions. Things that might affect your decision might include (but are certainly not limited to): Feeding rate on an average daily...
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Choosing a scrubber size – Turbo's Aquatics
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OP
OP
ThanksFor a 180 w/heavy bioload, I'm guessing you will have multiple forms of filtration. That is a factor to keep in mind. I wrote this up for sizing my units
How do I know what size Turbo Alage Scrubber to get?
I get this question fairly regularly. Sometimes, the answer is pretty cut and dry. Other times, it's very much dependent on your specific tank setup and/or conditions. Things that might affect your decision might include (but are certainly not limited to): Feeding rate on an average daily...
Choosing a scrubber size – Turbo's Aquatics
