Welcome to ReefCentral. Because of the sheer size of our forum, we've been forced to limit selling and trading to members who've met a couple of criteria. If you're seeing this message, you haven't met them yet. Selling and trading on ReefCentral. Hello all! I am either going to get 1 hagen 70 powerhead gph , or 2 hagen 50 powerheads gph each at opposite ends. I am new to this so I need any suggestions as to what I should do for good water flow in my tank.
Thank you very much! Find More Posts by reeferman Get 3, if you are a beginner I would say 2 of those big ones you said, then one of the hagen 50s. You know, it's up to you. If you don't have a sump or closed loop and stuff like me, powerheads help. But they're bulky. They're very unnatural looking. Nonetheless, I have three powerheads in my 55G.
Option 3 - Replace the with a couple of smaller powerheads, possibly or s. The tank is aquascaped with live rock with large pass-throughs. Some rock leans against the back glass, but only comes within about 6 inches of the side glass.
Thank you in advance. I purchased some s and s and tried them both in the aquarium. Found that two s worked well for me. GrendelPrime Well-Known Member. Circulation Not as important in a FOWLR aquarium as in a reef aquarium, but if you are using live rock, then you want to make sure there is enough circulation to get the nitrogen wastes to the rock. Usually that means no less than 8 to 10 turnovers of the system water every hour.
To determine the gph of the system pump, you need to know the rated flow of the pump and then the flow of the pump with the head pressure the resistance to the flow put on that pump. Get a total gph and divide that by the volume of water in gallons in the system. If that number is no less than 8, you're okay. If that number is below 8 you then want to add another powerhead inside the aquarium or step up to the correctly sized system pump.
DaveK Well-Known Member. I would consider using both pumps, you'll get better random circulation. However, experiment with different locations, positions and directions. Make sure that you have some high flow spots and lower flow spots. You should be able to have some places where the fish don't always have to fight the current. If the powerheads will accept it, you can run the powerheads using a wavemaker, or timers, or controllers. Be sure to check to see if there is any warning about that. Some powerheads fail quickly if this is done.
With that in mind, I want to say that SUNSUN JVP Series Submersible Pumps perfectly offer the primary functions of any other powerhead: providing strong water circulation to stir up waste, speeding up the filtration and oxygenation processes, and keeping your fish active. It is not completely quiet and you will have to spend a little more to get silent aquarium powerheads. There is also no flow control switch — something that is not a big deal for some people, including me if I buy a product this cheaply.
I have also noticed that the cord is rather short, meaning you may need to attach it to an extension cord to get to your power. Anyway, this powerhead is flexible, so you can easily adjust its ball joint to rotate to the direction you see dead spots. Another positive thing I can add is that this unit is relatively small and takes little space in a tank, which is deeply appreciated by reef keepers who do not want to spoil the internal aesthetics of their saltwater aquarium.
With this type of wave maker, however, you only need one device and it will be enough to circulate the water in the whole saltwater aquarium, which leaves no stagnant water areas.
Make sure you check my detailed suggestions below the review section for guidance on the exact CP model for your setup. There I will make a recommendation based on reef tank size and point out where these would fit without demolishing your corals. Anyway, the Jebao CP Series come with all the qualities one may need from a high-end aquarium powerhead. They provide a dead silent experience, on top of enormous circulating power, that can be micromanaged through a multi-mode controller device.
The price is more than adequate for the provided quality and you can definitely view it as a long-term, low-maintenance investment. In my opinion, they make zero impact on the internal look of a reef tank, which is something I personally appreciate. If you are looking for the best tech-savvy powerhead for your saltwater aquarium, try the MP40wQD Vortech.
You can safely control the unit s from there, put them on a timer and leave them to do their wonders. But what does that mean? It means you remotely control the wave patterns. How remotely? Well, you can set the wave schedule via the website or a mobile app regardless of where you are.
In short, there are no risks related to mild electrical discharge that causes electrical shock. Or, in the worst-case scenario, electrocution. One innovative feature I love in this model is that all the cords remain outside of the fish tank. Only the actual impeller is inside, being held by a magnetic suction cup that remains outside on the glass. If like me, you do not want excess devices in the aquarium, the more reason this is the best powerhead you should get for your reef tank.
Your tank temperature will also remain stable since less heat-generating electrical devices in the water tend to lower the temperature. Ecotech an American company that has been around for years keeps on coming up with improvements. There used to be MP40 QD models that had some issues with cracking magnets and rusting, but they have since corrected these.
Meanwhile, Ecotech has warm, super-supportive customer care. Then there is the one-year warranty, as a guarantee, they sell you reliable products. Therefore, to go a step further, I am cutting out more fat to make the meat leaner for you by outlining a given aquarium size versus the right powerhead. So here are the best powerhead recommendations for the gallon capacity of reef tanks:. Your gallon nano reef tank would need a water turnover of between 20 and 40 times, depending on the coral you keep.
This amounts to a total of 24 times of water turnover, which for LPS corals is just about right. These units are one of the best small powerheads available for this kind of setup. By getting to GPH in total coming from 2 units, you will have an even flow throughout your SPS-dominate gallon reef tank. This section and product recommendations work even if you have a slightly larger saltwater tank such as the Fluval Evo This is following the tule that LPS corals need 20x total volume turnover, where SPS corals prefer it at a 40x multiple.
This will provide enough flow for the corals to feel at home and thrive. The best powerhead for a gallon reef aquarium should be able to pump at least GPH if it houses mainly LPS coral reefs.
These two amount to GPH which satisfies the rule of 40x total aquarium water turnover. If you can afford to spend more, go for 2x Hydor Koralia Evolution, rated at between and gallons per hour visit the link to Amazon to see the exact model. An SPS reef aquarium that has a total water volume of 55 gallons would require 40 times of water turnover which equals GPH.
They are one of the best powerheads that are recommended for a reef tank of this size, in my experience. Take note that these recommendations will also work well for a gallon cube aquarium with reef corals. A gallon reef tank will require a turnover of between and GPH, depending on what kind of coral you keep in there.
In that case, you should opt for 2 powerheads of the Hydor Koralia Evolution rated at GPH each, which is on the cheaper side. On the other hand, you can take advantage of the Cross Flow system of Jebao and get their CP model. This is one of the best powerheads in the high-end bracket and it has many advantages over the other recommendations.
The best powered for a gallon reef aquarium should be capable of at least GPH per unit. SPS coral species enjoy a stronger flow or at least 40 times of water turnover per hour. Ramp up the settings to reach the maximum and your SPS corals will feel absolutely fantastic in your gallon reef tank. A gallon reef aquarium is obviously going to need very strong powerheads. The best approach here would be to use 2 units of Hydor Koralia Evolution rated at almost GPH each if you are looking for some cheap ones.
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