Hey everyone I have had a 20gallon saltwater tank for about 5 month now and the algae in the tank has killed off most of my corals and I have almost given up on reefing. But recently I have been researching ect and have decided I'm going to get a new tank and set it up with a sump that has a protein skimmer and algae scraper. Also I'm going to buy a dimmable 120watt light of eBay as my current light probably isn't very good. I will also try my hand at dosing and I will have a little tank on the side to create surges (waves) though siphon. Is there anything else I need to consider? Thankyou everyone sorry it was a long story
Setting up my first proper reef tank?
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Jimbo662
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I would try to determine why you were having trouble with algae in the first tank. You may end up with the same issue in a larger tank. Were you using RODI water? How many fish are in the tank and how are you feeding them?
Jimbo662
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I'm guessing you're got too much bioload for your tank to handle / process causing the excess nutrients. How much rock do you have in the tank? In a 20g I wouldn't put more than 2 or 3 smaller fish. Once you upgrade with your current fish you'll already be close to maxing out.
