Powerhead placement

[ibryson]

Where would you place a power head (Nero 5) on this tank? Goal is SPS dominant.
I was originally thinking on the back glass, but realized that would put the dry side magnet underwater since it’s an AIO tank. So then I thought towards the bottom/back of the tank and direct flow behind the rocks. Or should I go center of the side glass and blast the rock work?

 

[Tom Does Disney]

you can keep the magnet side inside your overflow with no issue.

 

[cmsmith88]

I always try and place my power heads to be indirect flow. Where it doesn’t blow hard on anything. Just enough indirect flow that it creates a type of current in the tank. You will probably have to play around with it until you find that happy spot. Wish I could be more specific but all setups are different.

 

[ibryson]

you can keep the magnet side inside your overflow with no issue.

Interesting! Would sealing it in a small baggie or something be worth it to be extra cautious?

 

[Tom Does Disney]

Interesting! Would sealing it in a small baggie or something be worth it to be extra cautious?

the Nero 5 looks like it has a standard rubber cover like most modern wave makers !!!

you have to still clean it regularly so you'll notice anything that looks like water is making its way into the actual magnet IE rust or weakening of the magnet, so I don't think the plastic bag will offer too much more coverage.