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05/01/2012, 11:12 PM
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Too Much Flow?
I currently have an MP10 running at 100% on reef crest mode in my 40 breeder tank. I also have a Koralia Nano 240 behind my rock work to help minimize any deadspots. With the MP10 at one end of the tank, would a koralia 550 in each back corner of the tank be too much flow. I am just trying to minimize dead spots. The tank will have softies and LPS in it with no plans for SPS.
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Happy Reefing Joe Current Tank Info: 40B reef tank being transferred into a 20 gallon because of apartment rules |
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05/01/2012, 11:23 PM
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Yes. 300 to 400 gph woould be plenty.Theres no one cure for any problem but a balance of many. A good setup book is worth its wieght in gold.
Good water movement help reduce algea , bring O2 in and remove unwanted gases at the surface ( this is why u dont want a lid ) and push the water through your best bio filter LR and LS and reduce unwanted waste and uneatin food to collect. Understand your tank for better results. |
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05/01/2012, 11:35 PM
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I don't think you need all of that if you're not keeping SPS. How much is coming in from your return?
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05/02/2012, 04:55 AM
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I think for softies/lps you'll be good.
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Joshua "With fronds like these, who needs anemones?" - Albert Einstein Current Tank Info: multiple nano's sprinkled around the house |
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