First reef tank

[sebbybarbs]

Hey y’all,
So this is going to be my first saltwater/reef tank iv set up iv had freshwater tanks all my life. I recently got the fluval 32.5 all in one saltwater tank that I’m going to be using. My question is, other than a heater, protein skimmer and circulation pump what else do I need to get the tank going and to have the best “success”?(other than water, sand, and rocks) Thank you all in advance.

 

[Cell]

Lighting if corals are in your future!

 

[shakacuz]

seems you have everything you need so far. you can purchase a "cycle start" kit once everything is put together so you can cycle your tank.

also: welcome aboard the r2r board. hello from PA!

 

[DED65]

RO/DI and a new credit card!

 

[Mr. Mojo Rising]

Need good testing kits, I like hanna testers.

An ATO is not required, but sure makes life a lot easier.

Not sure if you mean circulation pump as a return pump or a powerhead, but should be at least one powerhead in the tank, 2 is always better.

 

[1112-425XL]

Patience will come in handy

 

[sebbybarbs]

seems you have everything you need so far. you can purchase a "cycle start" kit once everything is put together so you can cycle your tank.

also: welcome aboard the r2r board. hello from PA!

Thank you! I’ll definitely look into that kit. Appreciate it!

 

[sebbybarbs]

Patience will come in handy

Haha yes that is going to be the tricky part, but I do plan on taking my time and let the tank cycle for as long as it takes before adding anything.

 

[sebbybarbs]

Need good testing kits, I like hanna testers.

An ATO is not required, but sure makes life a lot easier.

Not sure if you mean circulation pump as a return pump or a powerhead, but should be at least one powerhead in the tank, 2 is always better.

Sorry yes I mean powerhead. I have one currently but will definitely add a second if I need more flow in the tank. Still gathering all the info and things I need before I jump into it. And I was looking into the Hanna testers everyone I know loves them

 

[sebbybarbs]

Lighting if corals are in your future!

I do plan on adding corals for sure. I have the fluval marine 3.0 that the kit came with do you think a second one would be a good option or should I look into scraping the lid the tank came with and getting a clear lid with better lighting options?

 

[cdemoss01]

Hey y’all,
So this is going to be my first saltwater/reef tank iv set up iv had freshwater tanks all my life. I recently got the fluval 32.5 all in one saltwater tank that I’m going to be using. My question is, other than a heater, protein skimmer and circulation pump what else do I need to get the tank going and to have the best “success”?(other than water, sand, and rocks) Thank you all in advance.

Welcome to Reef2Reef! I would recommend a Kessil light

 

[kevgib67]

I think it’s been covered so welcome, glad you are here!

 

[sebbybarbs]

I think it’s been covered so welcome, glad you are here!

Thank you glad to be here!