Water flow problems

92GallonReefer · Jul 25, 2008

Does anyone have a corner tank set up that has a good idea on how to get good circulation in the tank? Ive read that there are problems with water flow in them and was wandering what i should do to eliminate dead spots? Thanks, any help would be great!

bkv1997 · Jul 26, 2008

I have a 92 corner and can say I haven't had an issue with flow, but I probably set mine up a bit different than most.

I have a SQUID in the overflow on the return that then pushes water from one side of the tank to the other. I drilled small holes in the rim down the sides of the tank and hooked up black 3/4" vinyl tubing and the water is inserted into the tank in the front corners.

I also use 2 TUNZE 6000s. I've attached a few different images some might be a year or two old, but the setup is still pertty much the same. I think the first one is probably the best for seing how the tubing is ran.

If you have any other questions pelase feel free to PM me.

Brandon

Look at the tubes running down the sides.

Picture of my sump.

Picture of the skimmer closet.

revhtree · Jul 26, 2008

You need to update all those pics! Tank looks even better and the MRC is replaced with a beast ORCA!

bkv1997 · Jul 26, 2008

I know i said they were two to three years old...

Was just trying to post a quick response and help out.

If you have any questions 92gallonreefer let me know and i'll gladly snap some new and more detailed pics for you.

Brandon

oceanparadise1 · Jul 26, 2008

I would think with about four hydors or something similar you would be fine i would place two on back walls two on the side walls

revhtree · Jul 26, 2008

Ok new pics...

PS. What is the milk used for????

oceanparadise1 · Jul 26, 2008

come on rev you didnt hear??? Its the newest coral food!

92GallonReefer · Jul 26, 2008

I have a 92 corner and can say I haven't had an issue with flow, but I probably set mine up a bit different than most.

I have a SQUID in the overflow on the return that then pushes water from one side of the tank to the other. I drilled small holes in the rim down the sides of the tank and hooked up black 3/4" vinyl tubing and the water is inserted into the tank in the front corners.

I also use 2 TUNZE 6000s. I've attached a few different images some might be a year or two old, but the setup is still pertty much the same. I think the first one is probably the best for seing how the tubing is ran.

I was going to do something like that and run two pieces of pvc, one down each side and drill holes every inch or so, i was going to use a mag 9.5, is that going to be powerful enough to push the flow for the tank or should i get a larger pump?
Also i was going to get a few powerheads to put in the tank. any suggestions on a few good brands?

oceanparadise1 · Jul 26, 2008

Hydor Korialas best for the price IMO

bkv1997 · Jul 27, 2008

Guys milk is for the extra calcium to make my corals strong, what you guys don't use it? No someone asked me to use something for size reference when i took that pic. HEHE....... :hammer:

I'm using an Iwaski 70 but have it split. some of the water is pumped to the garage for chillers and water changes the rest goes to the tank. As far as flow in tank i'm not a big fan of the koralias if your going to try and turn them on and off or get alternating flow.

Ok i'll go and get a couple new pics just for you Rev. :horse:

Be back soon.

oceanparadise1 · Jul 27, 2008

Well the do have the controable ones

revhtree · Jul 27, 2008

Pics???

bkv1997 · Jul 27, 2008

Ha! Its ok I'm taking care of his tank next week if he bans me there will be alot of happy reefers in the TN/GA area

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:hammer:

Ok as promised.

oceanparadise1 · Jul 27, 2008

THat red cap is awsome!

bkv1997 · Jul 27, 2008

Thanks.

I really need to take some updated shots of the corals... Those are horrible pictures for representing the colors of the corals. Please don't judge them based on those pics I was just taking quick shots to show the plumbing.

I'm sure the Rev would vouch for me. Maybe in a couple weeks i'll break out the tripod and snap some better pics.

oceanparadise1 · Jul 27, 2008

LOL they look great trust me i was just looking at how much its scolling, ik pics dont really do justice, ur tank looks great and that cap is awsome looking

revhtree · Jul 27, 2008

NOW we need FTS!!!!!

oceanparadise1 · Jul 27, 2008

LOL i agree with rev

92GallonReefer · Jul 27, 2008

Thanks bkv1997 those last shots really helped me. The first ones were pretty hard to see. now i just have to get some power heads and some plumbing supplies and hopefully the condo i am moving into will be done in the next couple of weeks. then i will have to get a tank build thread started. then i guess ill be the one getting yelled at for new pics... Thanks for all the help!!!!