Small pump or wave maker for 25G Biocube?

[diamondreef]

Hello
Just curious about recommendations for a small pump or wave maker for some more flow in the tank. Or if it’s even needed. I was thinking maybe an MP10 but it’s a bit out of my budget at the moment.

Thanks!

 

[Spare time]

Do you care if its d/c or a/c ?

 

[FishRN]

Nero 3 is a awesome little wave pump got one in my waterbox 25. It’s not too pricey either

 

[diamondreef]

Do you care if its d/c or a/c ?

I’m not sure I know what that means it’s been a long time since I had a tank lol

 

[Spare time]

I’m not sure I know what that means it’s been a long time since I had a tank lol

Oh no worries! Basically I'm asking do you care if you can control the speed or patterns on it or if you want one that simply just plugs in and turns on.

 

[Spare time]

If you want a premium pump, this is nice. https://www.bulkreefsupply.com/tunze-turbelle-nanostream-6040.html

This would also work well https://www.bulkreefsupply.com/tunze-turbelle-nanostream-6015-475-gph.html

A lot of people like the nero's. Jebao makes a rip off one that works well too. The only complaint for those styles is they are very open on the back so things like anemones could possible be chopped

 

[minus9]

Tunze 6040 is one of the best controllable nano pumps out there. They are so versatile, especially with flow (with or without flow director).

 

[LiveFreeAndReef]

Hydor Koralia Nanos are good little pumps if you're looking for a steady flow. If you're looking for a little more controllability (wave modes, varying flow patterns, feed modes, etc) the Jebao SLW series are great little pumps that won't break the bank. Low-profile like the AI Nero pumps, but MUCH more wallet friendly.

 

[blaxsun]

I used a Tunze 6015 nanostream in my IM Fusion lagoon 25-gallon. Worked great other than it would've been nice to possibly control it, but Tunze has other options and the Nero 3 is certainly a good choice as well.

 

[MONTANTK]

I highly recommend the Nero 3! Very comparable to the MP10 at half the price!

 

[diamondreef]

I highly recommend the Nero 3! Very comparable to the MP10 at half the price!

Would I need to be worried about my BTA with that pump?

 

[MONTANTK]

Would I need to be worried about my BTA with that pump?

It comes with a nem guard!

 

[diamondreef]

It comes with a nem guard!

Ooh nice! And uses the AI app?

 

[MONTANTK]

Ooh nice! And uses the AI app?

Yep! Super simple setup. I’ve always sworn by the MP10s but honestly I’m not sure I’d go back now

 

[nytexas1]

If you want a premium pump, this is nice. https://www.bulkreefsupply.com/tunze-turbelle-nanostream-6040.html

This would also work well https://www.bulkreefsupply.com/tunze-turbelle-nanostream-6015-475-gph.html

A lot of people like the nero's. Jebao makes a rip off one that works well too. The only complaint for those styles is they are very open on the back so things like anemones could possible be chopped

The new Nero 3 and 5 come with a guard now, completely protects fish and invertebrates.