UV Sterilizer + pump recommendations (Reefer 300Xl 80g system)

[cdw79]

I'm looking to add a UV sterilizer for parasite mitigation purposes. I know it is by no means a "solution" at all per se, but it seems to be a standard approach people take based on threads I've read on the topic. I've learned that getting the right flow + unit is especially important, though.

I have Reefer 300Xl, (80 gal total volume) and am looking to hang the unit on the back of the DT with a pump hidden in an inside corner of display behind the scape. The math behind getting the right combination of UV size plus flow is throwing me for a bit of a loop, so I was hoping to see what other people used or even an example of how you went about calculating your own unit if no one else has a comparable system. From my previous post + some digging it seems like a 55W or so unit could do a solid job, but the flow is really where I have the most questions. My budget based on some very broad research would be in the 300-500 USD range in an ideal world, and I'm hoping to maybe find a used unit locally, but also willing to spend what it takes to do this the right way. Thanks so much in advance!

 

[MnFish1]

I'm looking to add a UV sterilizer for parasite mitigation purposes. I know it is by no means a "solution" at all per se, but it seems to be a standard approach people take based on threads I've read on the topic. I've learned that getting the right flow + unit is especially important, though.

I have Reefer 300Xl, (80 gal total volume) and am looking to hang the unit on the back of the DT with a pump hidden in an inside corner of display behind the scape. The math behind getting the right combination of UV size plus flow is throwing me for a bit of a loop, so I was hoping to see what other people used or even an example of how you went about calculating your own unit if no one else has a comparable system. From my previous post + some digging it seems like a 55W or so unit could do a solid job, but the flow is really where I have the most questions. My budget based on some very broad research would be in the 300-500 USD range in an ideal world, and I'm hoping to maybe find a used unit locally, but also willing to spend what it takes to do this the right way. Thanks so much in advance!

I agree!!!! I've tried to look it up - on another thread one of the UV makers has a website - that lists the size of UV recommended for different tanks - and whether you're trying to 'clarify' the water or 'kill parasites'. For example - on this website - in the middle - there are 2 charts - 1 for freshwater 1 for saltwater:

Aqua Ultraviolet Classic 2" UV 25 Watt Black Wiper A00035

Aqua Ultraviolet 2" 25 Watt Black UV Sterilizer With Wiper, for freshwater ponds, aquariums and water feature.

www.aquaticwarehouse.com

 

[cdw79]

This was so helpful- I also gave the folks there a call and they were incredibly helpful getting a plan readied for this.

My only question is about wattage. I've found a local guy with a 25 watt unit (https://www.bulkreefsupply.com/25-watt-classic-uv-sterilizer-black-body-aqua-ultraviolet.html) willing to sell it for $250 (bought in late March). The Aquatic Warehouse guy on the phone, as well as another commenter on my previous thread, both recommend / use a 55 watt unit for a tank of my size, but the BRS website states that the local guy's 25 watt unit is rated for tanks up to 125 gallons. I'm not sure which would be the right choice, any ideas?