IM 50Gal Flow

[taylored_projects]

I am setting up a new IM AIO 50-gallon reef. I'm trying to decide on flow. It will be mostly softie and LPS-dominated. I like the idea of 2 MP 10s for ease of cleaning, but they are so pricy. Or maybe the IM wavemakers with their really wide flow pattern as shown by BRS. What are your thoughts and what are you doing?

 

[blaxsun]

A pair of MP10s can't be beat. A cheaper option could be a pair of Nero 3s (if you're looking for controllable pumps with an app).

 

[SpyC]

I run a mp10 at 65% max and a reef octopulse 4 at 30%-50% random. My return pump runs at 40% as well but feeds a carbon reactor and uv sterilizer. I liked the ability to angle the reef octo, costs less than the mp10, and I feel it is quieter than the mp10.