Looking for recommendations on new Powerheads..

[tech4x4]

Hi guys wanting to revamp the flow in my tank.. was a mix of different powerheads looking for recommendations. Tank is a mixed reef approx 27 tall x 48 wide x 30 deep
Was thinking either WAV, Octo Pulse, or Nero 5's... I'm thinking 4 powerheads 1 by each corner. I do like the MP's but not enough clearance on the sides of the tank to fit the dryside. I like the look of the pulse but would I need Pulse 2 or 4 and a hydros I'm guessing since I've heard the controller is crap. I am running an Apex so the WAV pumps are an option but don't like the look compared to the other 2.. WWYD??

 

[Fish Think Pink]

Hi guys wanting to revamp the flow in my tank.. was a mix of different powerheads looking for recommendations. Tank is a mixed reef approx 27 tall x 48 wide x 30 deep
Was thinking either WAV, Octo Pulse, or Nero 5's... I'm thinking 4 powerheads 1 by each corner. I do like the MP's but not enough clearance on the sides of the tank to fit the dryside. I like the look of the pulse but would I need Pulse 2 or 4 and a hydros I'm guessing since I've heard the controller is crap. I am running an Apex so the WAV pumps are an option but don't like the look compared to the other 2.. WWYD??

Have you considered IceCap 4k Gyres?

I added two to my pump configuration (w/1 controller that I think can attach to Apex) and have been very pleased. They are even easier to clean than the BRS video indicated.

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[Red_Beard]

I have the nero 5s, love them. They are work horses and require very little maintenance.

 

[tech4x4]

Thanks for the input so far.. The next question would be do I just do 2 on each of the short sides or 1 on each side and 2 on back?

 

[twwety]

1 gyre style pump and 2 Nero 5s to target any dead spots. Or with your tank being so deep back to front do 2 gyre pumps one towards the front and one towards that back on opposite sides that would create some interesting flow.

 

[dedragon]

Pics of the tank will help as coral placement, type, and your aquascape will determine what flow is needed

 

[Red_Beard]

Given just the dimensions and gessing the scape would be in the middle, i would say 2 on each short wall, one front one back then you can have dual opposing flows. Should hit everything in there. And, if you have a return pump you can use that to hit any dead spots

 

[Sam816]

i voted for hidden mp40s but gyres+ neros are also a good idea. if aesthetics matter more than anything then mp40s have no competition. I've had good success with jebao gyre style wavemeakers in the past. i moved to maxspect gyres as jebao ones were not controllable via app.

 

[tech4x4]

Here’s a pic bad reflections when I took this today. Still trimming it out.. and considering filling in the center with a bit more rock. basically large void in the center and the rockwork is built in the rear 1/2 of the tank about 4-6 inches off the back wall..

 

[tech4x4]

Also if the consensus is a gyre for the sides I have full access behind the tank to mount anything on the back glass.