Mode for a lonely MP40WQD?

BigJohnny · 05/22/2015, 10:45 PM

Hey Reefers,

In your opinion, what is the best mode for a single MP40 to get the most randomized flow? (Extra important since it's only blowing in one direction!) Not just randomized but best in your opinion as well. I know it varies based on stocking etc. Let's say 40-65g mixed reef

BigJohnny · 05/24/2015, 03:27 AM

And do you think I should add a pump to the other side to mix it up (would just be a Koralia). I already plan on having a Koralia nano behind the rock work but it's only 240-420gph

Hal · 05/24/2015, 10:43 AM

I don't think you can get random flow with only one. It's going to establish a fixed flow pattern, then you only can control how fast or slow the water moves in that pattern. In order to set up varying flow patterns you need interference with the first pump, which is done with a second pump.

BigJohnny · 05/24/2015, 03:16 PM

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Originally Posted by Hal

I don't think you can get random flow with only one. It's going to establish a fixed flow pattern, then you only can control how fast or slow the water moves in that pattern. In order to set up varying flow patterns you need interference with the first pump, which is done with a second pump.

Well true, not literally random but reef crest and lagoonal mode have significant variation. My issue is that my 2nd pump would be fixed and therefore be constant, maybe that in conjunction with reef crest or lagoonal would be best.

GhostCon1 · 05/24/2015, 08:12 PM

Reef crest/lagoon for a few days then nutrient transport mode for a day or two. If you don't want a second vortech (why not?) then get a power head and point it into the flow of the vortech to create chaotic flow.

BigJohnny · 05/24/2015, 08:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GhostCon1

Reef crest/lagoon for a few days then nutrient transport mode for a day or two. If you don't want a second vortech (why not?) then get a power head and point it into the flow of the vortech to create chaotic flow.

cool thanks I'll try those modes, makes sense. Do you alternate lagoonal and reef crest or prefer one?

I 100% want a 2nd vortech but I just paid $355 for a mp40wqd and don't really feel like purchasing another at the moment. Just makes me sick to my stomach haha. I am also only going to be running a 40-65g so 2 mp40s would be overkill even at like 30% haha. an mp-10 would be fine but I'm upgrading to a 90g in a year or 2 when I buy a house so will need 2 mp40s not 1 mp40 and one mp10.

BigJohnny · 05/25/2015, 03:31 PM

Do you guys think I should add a jebao wp10, jebao wp25, jebao rw4 or jebao rw8 as my pump on the other side? I know the mp40 is a ton of flow for a 40b or 50b or 65g but since I am turning it down I also want flow from the opposing side. I know I can't sync them up like 2 vortech but I can atleast create a back and forth by manually anti syncing the pumps ( I know it will eventually get out of wack and will have to recalibrate). I'm going for mixed reef, mostly lps with some sps

GhostCon1 · 05/25/2015, 05:15 PM

Look at the Buy/Sell forum and you can pick up some good deals on the used, older MP10wES pumps. I got one a week ago for $100 shipped.

EDIT: I just saw your join date. On second thought, try your local reef club section of the forum to see if anyone has any used vortechs or such.

BigJohnny · 05/25/2015, 06:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GhostCon1

Look at the Buy/Sell forum and you can pick up some good deals on the used, older MP10wES pumps. I got one a week ago for $100 shipped.

EDIT: I just saw your join date. On second thought, try your local reef club section of the forum to see if anyone has any used vortechs or such.

Haha yea I wish I could use the buy/sell! Very frustrating because I need it most during initial set up. I'll still prob use it later though.

I didn't even know there was a local reef club section......where is that?

Vadafallon · 11/22/2015, 08:31 AM

Get a mp10 to offset the flow. I have a mp40 and mp10 on a 60 cube and its very nice.

05/22/2015, 10:45 PM	#1
BigJohnny Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Richmond, VA Posts: 1,642	Mode for a lonely MP40WQD? Hey Reefers, In your opinion, what is the best mode for a single MP40 to get the most randomized flow? (Extra important since it's only blowing in one direction!) Not just randomized but best in your opinion as well. I know it varies based on stocking etc. Let's say 40-65g mixed reef

05/24/2015, 10:43 AM	#3
Hal Registered Member Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Longmont, CO Posts: 1,889	I don't think you can get random flow with only one. It's going to establish a fixed flow pattern, then you only can control how fast or slow the water moves in that pattern. In order to set up varying flow patterns you need interference with the first pump, which is done with a second pump. __________________ Some days it's not even worth chewing through the restraints. Current Tank Info: 250g starphire: 72x28x30, BeanAnimal drain with an oversized non-durso emergency drain, 4 inch DSB, 3x Reefbreeders Value LED fixtures, SWC/MSX 300A skimmer, Geo kalk reactor, 3 Vortechs w/bb, carbon reactor, and a RKL

05/24/2015, 08:12 PM	#5
GhostCon1 Rebmem Deretsiger Join Date: May 2010 Location: Georgia Posts: 1,590	Reef crest/lagoon for a few days then nutrient transport mode for a day or two. If you don't want a second vortech (why not?) then get a power head and point it into the flow of the vortech to create chaotic flow. __________________ In the works Current Tank Info: Getting a big'un

05/25/2015, 05:15 PM	#8
GhostCon1 Rebmem Deretsiger Join Date: May 2010 Location: Georgia Posts: 1,590	Look at the Buy/Sell forum and you can pick up some good deals on the used, older MP10wES pumps. I got one a week ago for $100 shipped. EDIT: I just saw your join date. On second thought, try your local reef club section of the forum to see if anyone has any used vortechs or such. __________________ In the works Current Tank Info: Getting a big'un

05/24/2015, 03:27 AM	#2
BigJohnny Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Richmond, VA Posts: 1,642	And do you think I should add a pump to the other side to mix it up (would just be a Koralia). I already plan on having a Koralia nano behind the rock work but it's only 240-420gph

05/25/2015, 03:31 PM	#7
BigJohnny Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Richmond, VA Posts: 1,642	Do you guys think I should add a jebao wp10, jebao wp25, jebao rw4 or jebao rw8 as my pump on the other side? I know the mp40 is a ton of flow for a 40b or 50b or 65g but since I am turning it down I also want flow from the opposing side. I know I can't sync them up like 2 vortech but I can atleast create a back and forth by manually anti syncing the pumps ( I know it will eventually get out of wack and will have to recalibrate). I'm going for mixed reef, mostly lps with some sps

11/22/2015, 08:31 AM	#10
Vadafallon Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Raleigh, NC Posts: 974	Get a mp10 to offset the flow. I have a mp40 and mp10 on a 60 cube and its very nice.