Question About Powerheads

[akelly310]

If I have 2 power heads that are pushing 1300gph each, would that be too much movement in a 55 gallon with soft and LPS?

 

[AdamNC]

1100gph is ideal but 200 more isn’t a deal breaker.

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[akelly310]

1100gph is ideal but 200 more isn’t a deal breaker.

VorTech Flow Calculator – EcoTech Marine

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I misspoke! I meant they are both at 1300gph so a total in the tank of 2600

 

[AdamNC]

Oh lol yea that’s a bit much for lps and softies. Check the calculator even though your not using VorTech. It’ll at least give you a better idea of the gph you want.

 

[mike550]

VorTech calculator for sure.

 

[mfinn]

If I have 2 power heads that are pushing 1300gph each, would that be too much movement in a 55 gallon with soft and LPS?

It should be fine.
But it also really depends on what powerheads and type.
I have a pair of Tunze 6055's ( 1450 gph) in a 32" x 24" x 20" tank that are running near the top range.

 

[Doctorgori]

I always point 1 powerhead at the bottom