Tunze Wavebox Experiences

Morpheus'Reef · 03/13/2007, 12:22 PM

I presently have a 185g w/ a closed loop. A couple of LFS have the tunze wavebox running on their display tanks, and I have been very impressed with the back and forth water motion created by them. I am considering getting one but wanted to get everyones general viewpoint and experiences with them before I take the >$500 plunge. (I tried a search but didn't get much real world experiences). Thanks.

reefsahoy · 03/13/2007, 01:07 PM

i saw one in operation at a friends house and it rocks!

Jar*Head · 03/13/2007, 01:24 PM

I have wavebox and extension currently running in my 4x4 cube, the corals love it.

A sea K · 03/13/2007, 01:31 PM

I opted for the Wave2k, will be here on friday so cant comment on the performance yet. This may be another option for you to consider.

palawan · 03/13/2007, 01:47 PM

Ive had my box for over 4 years. Last month the drive shaft had broken and Rodger(Tunze USA rep) pulled thru and had the parts for me right away. I now have a spare prop drive assembly just in case. But so far this thing is very reliable and customer service was great! I recommend getting the 2 magnet holders. You do need to take the wavebox out for cleaning so access for removal is helpful. Tunze recommends another pump to push detritus in the water colume. But this is a very reliable unit. I recommend it.

gigiba · 03/13/2007, 02:19 PM

for people who have the wavebox:
Do you run the wavebox 24/7? or by the photocell?

Morpheus'Reef · 03/13/2007, 02:33 PM

Thanks for the feedback... Keep it coming!

palawan · 03/13/2007, 09:27 PM

24/7 here. Never used the photocell or the feed option.

vijaym85 · 03/13/2007, 09:55 PM

I had one on my 150 and then decided to keep that as a fowler and start a 30g reef. Well since I had it I went ahead an took it off the 150 and used it on the 30g. And ppl will say 4ft minimum 6ft ideal, but even on my 3ft tank I get over a 1inch wave. Its awesome to look at. you won't be dissapointed. Its very reliable and does not heat the tank up. I run 24/7 except for feeding.

gigiba · 03/13/2007, 09:59 PM

BTW, I love my Tunze Wavebox. Big difference!!!
I just don' know if I should use the photocell or not.
But, it sounds like most people are running 24/7 without the photocell.

vijaym85 · 03/13/2007, 10:03 PM

I spoke with Roger at Tunze regarding using the Photocell in this thread...

http://reefcentral.com/forums/showth...readid=1067815

billyzbear · 03/14/2007, 01:02 AM

I think they are great. A friend of mine has one. I was so amazed I bought one too for my 150g that I'm going to setup.

Morpheus'Reef · 03/14/2007, 06:39 AM

Has anyone experienced any failures with the wavebox itself. Also, I read that it adds stress to the tank... Anybody seen any failures as a result specifically around the seams?

Thanks for all the feedback. So far it seems to be very positive. Personally I have been very impressed with the overall wave motion I have seen. It appears to add an element of natural motion to the tank I have yet to see replicated elsewhere.

guido_kp · 03/14/2007, 08:44 AM

wavebox is awesome. you said it best

Quote:

It appears to add an element of natural motion to the tank I have yet to see replicated elsewhere

i seem to diverge from the pack as far as duty cycle though. mine goes off with the lights. either way, its a great addition. i dont know how/if the closed loop will effect the wave heighth so you might ask in the tunze forum.

vegaskid11 · 03/14/2007, 02:41 PM

I already have two streams, I wonder if adding a wavebox with them would be too much.

Do any of you run your wavebox with streams to?

landfish · 03/14/2007, 05:33 PM

I saw one and MACNA and it is sweet. I want to add one to my tank one day.

gigiba · 03/14/2007, 05:40 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by vegaskid11
I already have two streams, I wonder if adding a wavebox with them would be too much.

Do any of you run your wavebox with streams to?

I have two 6100s + two 6025s with the wavebox. It works good for me.

jtarmitage · 03/15/2007, 04:32 PM

How large of a wave will these create, and does it affect overflow boxes water intake? I really like the idea, but the cost and unkown effects bother me a bit.

Snaphook · 03/17/2007, 01:20 PM

Does the wavebox make any noise?

USC-fan · 03/17/2007, 02:08 PM

what is the best way you guys have found for the live rock to setup for a wavebox?

hahnmeister · 03/17/2007, 03:05 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by jtarmitage
How large of a wave will these create, and does it affect overflow boxes water intake? I really like the idea, but the cost and unkown effects bother me a bit.

The best is if you have a central overflow, as overflows on the ends of the tank will surge as the wave moves back and forth. As for the noise, well... that depends. You may have extra splashing if your overflow is not in the center of the tank. Also, there is often some splashing from inside the wavebox... but its minimal.

Snaphook · 03/17/2007, 03:30 PM

So let me ask this question: I have an AGA 72 x 24 x 29 that has 2 overflows that are on the back wall, not in the corners but not centered either. They are the standard AGA overflows. I currently have 2 6100's and a 7095 controller. Do you think that it would be better to add another stream or add the wavebox?

Thanks

hahnmeister · 03/17/2007, 03:35 PM

Ah, you mean the megaflows, yes? The wavebox will add more movement to the WHOLE tank, even behind rocks. As for addressing your concerns about the overflows, contact rvitko in the Tunze forums and as him what he suggests. I dont think it should be too bad though.

moonpod · 03/17/2007, 05:41 PM

Wavebox is sweet. Adds a very natural motion difficult to replicate otherwise.

Caveats: You want your overflows centered in the tank. You need an inch of clearance on the topside for the wavebox. In tanks with trim/bracing this can be a problem.

2crazyreefers · 03/17/2007, 06:14 PM

I run my wavebox 24/7 with 2 6080 streams on my 180 AGA with corner overflows.

03/13/2007, 12:22 PM	#1
Morpheus'Reef Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Farmington Hills, MI Posts: 128	Tunze Wavebox Experiences I presently have a 185g w/ a closed loop. A couple of LFS have the tunze wavebox running on their display tanks, and I have been very impressed with the back and forth water motion created by them. I am considering getting one but wanted to get everyones general viewpoint and experiences with them before I take the >$500 plunge. (I tried a search but didn't get much real world experiences). Thanks.

03/13/2007, 01:24 PM	#3
Jar*Head Premium Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Orange County, CA Posts: 8,630	I have wavebox and extension currently running in my 4x4 cube, the corals love it. __________________ Steve Tankless. Current Tank Info: 480g peninsula

03/13/2007, 01:31 PM	#4
A sea K Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Branford Fl Posts: 3,024	I opted for the Wave2k, will be here on friday so cant comment on the performance yet. This may be another option for you to consider. __________________ I am not a pro so excuse me if I'm wrong. Current Tank Info: 30gal Deep Blue rimless 9/10/2014, 80gal Deep Blue rimless 40gal sump/refugium 9/11/16 LPS reef, 2 x Kessil A160 with a single Maxspect Razor, RO Prime 150INT skimmer, Sicce 3 return pump, Vortech MP40 and MP10

03/15/2007, 04:32 PM	#18
jtarmitage Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Happy Valley, OR Posts: 3,926	How large of a wave will these create, and does it affect overflow boxes water intake? I really like the idea, but the cost and unkown effects bother me a bit. __________________ Jeremy No dear, not a flood. Just an unintentional water change.... If you view your problem closely enough, you will recognize yourself as part of the problem Current Tank Info: 92g in the works

03/17/2007, 01:20 PM	#19
Snaphook Premium Member Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Lithia, FL Posts: 500	Does the wavebox make any noise? __________________ . Current Tank Info: 240g, 3 250w Radiums w/ 3 T5 antinics, Deltec 902 Skimmer w/SCH, Deltec PF601 Ca Reactor, RKE, LM3 and 1/2 hp Artica Chiller

03/13/2007, 01:07 PM	#2
reefsahoy I can see thru you! Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Milky Way Galaxy 3rd planet from the sun, in a country called USA! Posts: 2,685	i saw one in operation at a friends house and it rocks!

03/13/2007, 01:47 PM	#5
palawan Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Fremont,CA Posts: 960	Ive had my box for over 4 years. Last month the drive shaft had broken and Rodger(Tunze USA rep) pulled thru and had the parts for me right away. I now have a spare prop drive assembly just in case. But so far this thing is very reliable and customer service was great! I recommend getting the 2 magnet holders. You do need to take the wavebox out for cleaning so access for removal is helpful. Tunze recommends another pump to push detritus in the water colume. But this is a very reliable unit. I recommend it.

03/13/2007, 02:19 PM	#6
gigiba Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: SoCal Posts: 265	for people who have the wavebox: Do you run the wavebox 24/7? or by the photocell?

03/13/2007, 02:33 PM	#7
Morpheus'Reef Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Farmington Hills, MI Posts: 128	Thanks for the feedback... Keep it coming!

03/13/2007, 09:27 PM	#8
palawan Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Fremont,CA Posts: 960	24/7 here. Never used the photocell or the feed option.

03/13/2007, 09:55 PM	#9
vijaym85 Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Queens NYC Posts: 1,296	I had one on my 150 and then decided to keep that as a fowler and start a 30g reef. Well since I had it I went ahead an took it off the 150 and used it on the 30g. And ppl will say 4ft minimum 6ft ideal, but even on my 3ft tank I get over a 1inch wave. Its awesome to look at. you won't be dissapointed. Its very reliable and does not heat the tank up. I run 24/7 except for feeding.

03/13/2007, 09:59 PM	#10
gigiba Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: SoCal Posts: 265	BTW, I love my Tunze Wavebox. Big difference!!! I just don' know if I should use the photocell or not. But, it sounds like most people are running 24/7 without the photocell.

03/13/2007, 10:03 PM	#11
vijaym85 Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Queens NYC Posts: 1,296	I spoke with Roger at Tunze regarding using the Photocell in this thread... http://reefcentral.com/forums/showth...readid=1067815

03/14/2007, 01:02 AM	#12
billyzbear Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2004 Posts: 2,104	I think they are great. A friend of mine has one. I was so amazed I bought one too for my 150g that I'm going to setup.

03/14/2007, 06:39 AM	#13
Morpheus'Reef Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Farmington Hills, MI Posts: 128	Has anyone experienced any failures with the wavebox itself. Also, I read that it adds stress to the tank... Anybody seen any failures as a result specifically around the seams? Thanks for all the feedback. So far it seems to be very positive. Personally I have been very impressed with the overall wave motion I have seen. It appears to add an element of natural motion to the tank I have yet to see replicated elsewhere.

03/14/2007, 02:41 PM	#15
vegaskid11 vegasreefers.com Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Las Vegas Posts: 742	I already have two streams, I wonder if adding a wavebox with them would be too much. Do any of you run your wavebox with streams to?

03/14/2007, 05:33 PM	#16
landfish Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2004 Posts: 29	I saw one and MACNA and it is sweet. I want to add one to my tank one day.

03/17/2007, 02:08 PM	#20
USC-fan Premium Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Posts: 3,626	what is the best way you guys have found for the live rock to setup for a wavebox?

03/17/2007, 03:30 PM	#22
Snaphook Premium Member Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Lithia, FL Posts: 500	So let me ask this question: I have an AGA 72 x 24 x 29 that has 2 overflows that are on the back wall, not in the corners but not centered either. They are the standard AGA overflows. I currently have 2 6100's and a 7095 controller. Do you think that it would be better to add another stream or add the wavebox? Thanks __________________ . Current Tank Info: 240g, 3 250w Radiums w/ 3 T5 antinics, Deltec 902 Skimmer w/SCH, Deltec PF601 Ca Reactor, RKE, LM3 and 1/2 hp Artica Chiller

03/17/2007, 03:35 PM	#23
hahnmeister Moved On Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Brew City, WI Posts: 10,156	Ah, you mean the megaflows, yes? The wavebox will add more movement to the WHOLE tank, even behind rocks. As for addressing your concerns about the overflows, contact rvitko in the Tunze forums and as him what he suggests. I dont think it should be too bad though.

03/17/2007, 05:41 PM	#24
moonpod Premium Member Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: B.H., Los Angeles Posts: 13,053	Wavebox is sweet. Adds a very natural motion difficult to replicate otherwise. Caveats: You want your overflows centered in the tank. You need an inch of clearance on the topside for the wavebox. In tanks with trim/bracing this can be a problem. __________________ Excuses are just the nails for the house of failure. Current Tank Info: 32" Leemar starfire cube now empty and not quite so stinky

03/17/2007, 06:14 PM	#25
2crazyreefers Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Vt. Posts: 733	I run my wavebox 24/7 with 2 6080 streams on my 180 AGA with corner overflows. __________________ My 4 part recipie for my acros = calcium - alk - flow & luck.