Rock to Gallon Ratio?

[Chef Mateo]

I know the old rule was 1 lb of rock for every gallon. But just curious what the numbers are more like now.

I'm just planning out a 180 gal. I would like to just use 60 lbs of rock. I prefer minimalist scapes of course with enough hiding for the fish.

Just curious is that is enough rocks... (I currently have about 15/20 Ibs in my 25)

Thanks!

 

[sfin52]

I know the old rule was 1 lb of rock for every gallon. But just curious what the numbers are more like now.

I'm just planning out a 180 gal. I would like to just use 60 lbs of rock. I prefer minimalist scapes of course with enough hiding for the fish.

Just curious is that is enough rocks... (I currently have about 15/20 Ibs in my 25)

Thanks!

Rock is the main process for the nitrogen cycle. You could use marine pro in the sump for that. less rock in dt

 

[Kryptonian]

I have a 180 waterbox decently stocked, 140lb live rock and 100lb sand. Params are great!

It’s all gonna depend on how many fish and which fish you’re raising. Overstocked will require more LR or extra porous rock in sump

 

[Super Fly]

Rock is the main process for the nitrogen cycle. You could use marine pro in the sump for that. less rock in dt

This or u can add/place more LR in the sump instead of DT.

 

[Chef Mateo]

Rock is the main process for the nitrogen cycle. You could use marine pro in the sump for that. less rock in dt

This or u can add/place more LR in the sump instead of DT.

Yes I'm likely going to put some extra rock in the sump maybe 20 or 30 Ibs and increase my DT to 80/100 Ibs

Thanks for the input

 

[Cell]

Here's the thread you need:

QUESTION OF THE DAY - LIVE ROCK RULES: Should the rule for live rock be changed.....again?

A long time ago in a galaxy far far away people believed the more live rock you had the better! Some said 2lbs per gallon, some said 1lb per gallon was the ticket and some said pack as much as you can get in your tank! That led to some very interesting...ahem....aquascapes. Rock pile is a better...

www.reef2reef.com

 

[Chef Mateo]

I have a 180 waterbox decently stocked, 140lb live rock and 100lb sand. Params are great!

It’s all gonna depend on how many fish and which fish you’re raising. Overstocked will require more LR or extra porous rock in sump

I think I am going for moderately stocked not that many big fish or high bio load fish.

Just took a look and your build thread and saw you have an earmuff wrasse, how is that fish going? I am very interested in getting one it's probably the biggest lock on my list for wants.

 

[Chef Mateo]

Here's the thread you need:

QUESTION OF THE DAY - LIVE ROCK RULES: Should the rule for live rock be changed.....again?

A long time ago in a galaxy far far away people believed the more live rock you had the better! Some said 2lbs per gallon, some said 1lb per gallon was the ticket and some said pack as much as you can get in your tank! That led to some very interesting...ahem....aquascapes. Rock pile is a better...

www.reef2reef.com

Thanks I'll give the article and replies a read.

 

[Kryptonian]

I think I am going for moderately stocked not that many big fish or high bio load fish.

Just took a look and your build thread and saw you have an earmuff wrasse, how is that fish going? I am very interested in getting one it's probably the biggest lock on my list for wants.

He's doing fantastic. Definitely a recommended purchase! Great color and likes swimming around the tank. Will even get in with the tangs and angels and grab some bites of seaweed off the algae clip.

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[Casket_Case]

I put as much rock in as I want. I try to use as much as possible without making it look like I poured rock in.

 

[Chef Mateo]

He's doing fantastic. Definitely a recommended purchase! Great color and likes swimming around the tank. Will even get in with the tangs and angels and grab some bites of seaweed off the algae clip.

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That's a really nice earmuff wrasse.

Will 100% get one when I build my new tank they are really awesome fish.

Also like the sunburst!!

 

[sfin52]

Yes I'm likely going to put some extra rock in the sump maybe 20 or 30 Ibs and increase my DT to 80/100 Ibs

Thanks for the input

Your welcome.