Power head placement advice

[WIReefer]

So my tank has been running for a few months now and It almost seems like there isn't enough flow in my tank from my powerhead is there a better place to move it? Overflow is in left side of tank in the corner.

 

[Ty Hamatake]

That is a lot of rock which can reduce the flow significantly. It does look like the front is fairly open though. I think the best solution is getting a second powerhead to be honest. With a second powerhead and a timer you'll be able to create a more random and varying flow, as opposed to a contstant unidirectional one. Is a second powerhead an option for you?

 

[WIReefer]

That is a lot of rock which can reduce the flow significantly. It does look like the front is fairly open though. I think the best solution is getting a second powerhead to be honest. With a second powerhead and a timer you'll be able to create a more random and varying flow, as opposed to a contstant unidirectional one. Is a second powerhead an option for you?

Yes it is I have been considering that for the last month or so are there any that you suggest?

 

[Ty Hamatake]

Yes it is I have been considering that for the last month or so are there any that you suggest?

I really liked my Hydor Koralias. I have MP40s now, but I'm honestly not sure it was worth the extra money. Lol maybe I'm doing it wrong.

 

[dave71ledoux]

I have 4 of the bigger nano hydro in my 30 gal one in each upper corner for facing up at top other two on back facing the front and the wave controler

 

[WIReefer]

I really liked my Hydor Koralias. I have MP40s now, but I'm honestly not sure it was worth the extra money. Lol maybe I'm doing it wrong.

I'm not worried about money lol and it's a 36 gallon tank.

 

[Ty Hamatake]

I'm not worried about money lol and it's a 36 gallon tank.

Hydor, tunze, and eco tech are good choices.

 

[WIReefer]

Hydro, tunze, and eco tech are good choices.

I have the new Apex and I wish I could buy the Neptune ones but I hear they are way to strong for my tank.

 

[Ty Hamatake]

I have the new Apex and I wish I could buy the Neptune ones but I hear they are way to strong for my tank.

Oooh, very nice. I really do like my Vortechs, but not having the ability to direct the flow whatsoever is a bit frustrating at times...

 

[WIReefer]

Has anyone ever had a Neptune wav in there smaller tank I would love to have the feedback.

 

[miPapareef]

Take a look at the Tunze 6055. It's small, but good flow(250-1450 gah), apex controllable, and very adjustable orientations. I have 2 of these in my tank controlled by the apex and I really like them.

 

[WIReefer]

Take a look at the Tunze 6055. It's small, but good flow(250-1450 gah), apex controllable, and very adjustable orientations. I have 2 of these in my tank controlled by the apex and I really like them.

Thank you for the info I have a tunze skimmer and love it!

 

[Scott.h]

The Neptune wav are adjustable, so no, they are not too strong.

 

[Big G]

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