flow in 4 foot peninsula tank

[BHHOWARD]

I found a peninsula tank I'm interested in getting: 4 feet X 2 feet x 20 inches high.

I was originally planning on using a MP40 on the short side of the tank opposite of the overflow/return, but it will obscure the view. Anyone have a 4 foot peninsula and using a MP40 on the same side as the overflow/return? Is the flow sufficient?

I've never had a closed loop, but maybe that would be more appropriate?

thanks

 

[Potatohead]

I’d use two MP40’s on the overflow end

 

[Roush427R]

Following

 

[dantimdad]

On peninsula tanks, closed loops are great. However, you don't get as much flow, generally.

What about a gyre or two on the overflow end?

 

[BHHOWARD]

On peninsula tanks, closed loops are great. However, you don't get as much flow, generally.

What about a gyre or two on the overflow end?

I’m ok with using MP40s or gyre on the overflow side. I’m unsure if it will provide adequate flow for a 4 foot tank.

 

[BHHOWARD]

I’d use two MP40’s on the overflow end

I’m ok with multiple MP40s on the overflow side. Just wanted some validation it will be enough flow on a 4 fit tank.

 

[fragit]

I have a 4th peninsula and run a Gyre XF250 on both ends antisync mode at 60% max with 4 second intervals. Works good for me, plenty of flow, sand stays put.