Koralia reviews please - Page 3

Toddrtrex · 08/13/2007, 07:22 PM

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Originally posted by Entropy
I wouldn't try it. First off the clicking noise it makes on restart would be incredibly annoying. Second I don't these kind of pumps are made to start/restart contiuously.

I have had my 4 for about 3 weeks now (( it was given to me by a fellow reefer )) and I am running on my ReefKeeper 1 using the wavemaker mode. The noise at restart isn't too bad at all. Overall I am pleased with it and why not it was free.

But, I don't like how the flow seems to go more down then out. I might have to try that ABS mode to how it go out more.
It is near the top of my 75 ( attached to the side ) and the sand in the center of the tank is mostly been blown away now. So it seems like most of the flow goes down at about a 60* angle.

ccorpse27 · 08/13/2007, 08:23 PM

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Originally posted by GSMguy
this is a funny thread some people want to mod their koralia to get more narrow thread,

entropy you read the tunze nano thread wrong the flow from mr pink floyds nano never dropped off he just wanted more. in fact the 6025 produces more flow stock than advertised

the size difference from a koralia to a nano stream is crazy the koralia is the same size a big tunze or seio and half the flow of the other pumps its size.

why would you spend 150 extra dollars to lower your flow with the wave controller??

Not everyone wants more flow, narrow flow or to spend extra $$$ on something that's probably overkill for them. Not everyone is rocking a 200 gallon tank here.

tmz · 08/13/2007, 08:40 PM

Does anyone have experience using koralias with a controller,Seio or otherwise.?
I will be setting up a new 36x24x24 89gallon.(spsdominant). I also hope to place a few lps such as scolymia. Should I use k3s or 4s or other?

rogergolf66 · 08/13/2007, 08:49 PM

Mile everytime I have ever read a thread about powerheads someone alway brings in Tunze. I have seen threads saying what is better K#4 or the Seio 1200. you always get someone to answer the Tunze is better.

LOL

Roger

GSMguy · 08/13/2007, 09:07 PM

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Originally posted by ccorpse27
Not everyone wants more flow, narrow flow or to spend extra $$$ on something that's probably overkill for them. Not everyone is rocking a 200 gallon tank here.

you are drawing the line at a 3 dollar difference in price? seriously 3 dollars

i dont have a 200g tank...

GSMguy · 08/13/2007, 09:13 PM

Mile sq reefer how can you compare or review a product exept against the competition why would you take tunze out of the equation in the first place? you think im Off Topic, i think your not sure what the topic of this thread is. im honestly trying to help you make an informed decision no hydor hate here i even bought one as a present. good pump.

also i still dont see what you would need to run the hydors on the wave controller thats literally paying more for less flow.

GSMguy · 08/13/2007, 09:15 PM

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Originally posted by rogergolf66
Mile everytime I have ever read a thread about powerheads someone alway brings in Tunze. I have seen threads saying what is better K#4 or the Seio 1200. you always get someone to answer the Tunze is better.

LOL

Roger

rodger whats up with this comment there are not that many companys that make powerheads and tunze makes some of the best and the largest variety of models . we bring them up because they are part of the equation.

NanoReefWanabe · 08/13/2007, 09:27 PM

well i only have a K2 in my 20 and i love it....10x the flow of my MJ's nice wide pattern...

rogergolf66 · 08/14/2007, 04:19 AM

I didn't say the Tunzes were bad not did I say they were good. I just said that someone always brings them up even if the question is about the moon. Tunze always becomes the debate in all threads on powerheads. I have seen a thread ones that said what is wrong with my seio and some one says its not a tunze. lol that is what I mean. it was not the topic.

Roger

Chris2500DK · 08/14/2007, 05:18 AM

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Originally posted by sherm71tank
Well. . . . . They work flawlessly on the Seio controller.

Is that the K4 or do all of them work on the controller? I'm kinda considering getting 2 K2s for my nano with a SEIO controller if they work.

GSMguy · 08/14/2007, 08:06 AM

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Originally posted by rogergolf66
I didn't say the Tunzes were bad not did I say they were good. I just said that someone always brings them up even if the question is about the moon. Tunze always becomes the debate in all threads on powerheads. I have seen a thread ones that said what is wrong with my seio and some one says its not a tunze. lol that is what I mean. it was not the topic.

Roger

rodger the fact is that probobly is whats wrong with the seio. lol jk

i own one of those it mixes saltwater now...

this thread is not for help with fixing anyhing its a reveiw of koralia and i reviewed it against the 6025, there is nothing wrong with that.

mile sq. reefer · 08/14/2007, 10:36 AM

GSMguy, FYI, I know what the topic is, I started the thread. Just wanted to know what people who these PH's think of the performance. Its not a comparison, or a Tunze v. Koralia thread. Tunze was "never" mentioned in the original post.

Original question "They have been out for a while now, so what is your opinion on this Powerhead? Looking at purchasing a couple of 4's."

If I want to buy a Tunze, atleast I now know who to ask. Later.

GSMguy · 08/14/2007, 11:55 AM

no tunze wasnt mentioned but here hows this

the koralia works much better than my Television at moving water in my tank.

im not telling you to buy a tunze, just giving you the facts

mile sq. reefer · 08/14/2007, 12:59 PM

Cool, the TV. v. Koralia thread. Thanks, I was wondering on how to mod my T.V. to increase the flow. I may need to upgrade from my 32" LCD to a 50" Plasma.

GSMguy · 08/14/2007, 01:24 PM

lcd is better than plasma for moving water. again JMO

mile sq. reefer · 08/14/2007, 01:27 PM

Did you mod the 6025's to increase flow for that sick turn over rate (158x).

sherm71tank · 08/14/2007, 01:32 PM

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Originally posted by Chris2500DK
Is that the K4 or do all of them work on the controller? I'm kinda considering getting 2 K2s for my nano with a SEIO controller if they work.

I don't have the K-2's just K-4's. I have used many different pumps on the Seio and they have all worked fine though. I think the K-2's will work fine as well.

DarG · 08/14/2007, 01:47 PM

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Originally posted by Toddrtrex
I have had my 4 for about 3 weeks now (( it was given to me by a fellow reefer )) and I am running on my ReefKeeper 1 using the wavemaker mode. The noise at restart isn't too bad at all. Overall I am pleased with it and why not it was free. But, I don't like how the flow seems to go more down then out. I might have to try that ABS mode to how it go out more.
It is near the top of my 75 ( attached to the side ) and the sand in the center of the tank is mostly been blown away now. So it seems like most of the flow goes down at about a 60* angle.

Make sure that the shroud is on right. I'm referring to the front part of the housing that you remove to access to remove the prop. If you dont align it properly when you put it back on it will alter the flow pattern. The bottom of the housing has a solid plastic area that, if aligned properly, prevents much of the flow from being directed downwards and blowing the substrate around. It is possible to replace the cover so that it isnt aligned correctly and that solid bottom area is off to the side. Some of The flow will be directed downward like you describe if it's not aligned correctly.

xinumaster · 08/14/2007, 01:58 PM

I got 4 of the K4 but on one of my k4 the impeller won't turn anymore. I'm also getting electric shock everytime I hold the body -- thing that's the stator part of the pump. I'll be returning this unit to korallin for them to check.

I also notice that a second k4 is having problem too. What I notice is that when I turn off the power on all my powerheads to clean my tank this secon K4 won't turn the impeller immediately. It takes hours before it start working again. Did you guys experienced the same problem?

Toddrtrex · 08/14/2007, 02:05 PM

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Originally posted by DarG
Make sure that the shroud is on right. I'm referring to the front part of the housing that you remove to access to remove the prop. If you dont align it properly when you put it back on it will alter the flow pattern. The bottom of the housing has a solid plastic area that, if aligned properly, prevents much of the flow from being directed downwards and blowing the substrate around. It is possible to replace the cover so that it isnt aligned correctly and that solid bottom area is off to the side. Some of The flow will be directed downward like you describe if it's not aligned correctly.

Hmm, thanks DarG. I will have to take a look at it. There is a very good chance that the shroud is on wrong -- I clean the PH before putting it in my tank.

Okay, I just checked it and you were right. But a piece of advise -- if you are going to mess with the shroud and your PH is hooked up to a wavemaker, and it the pump is set to be off when the lights are, make sure the lights don't turn on during the middle of doing this.

Got a little wet for my troubles.

GSMguy · 08/14/2007, 02:24 PM

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Originally posted by mile sq. reefer
Did you mod the 6025's to increase flow for that sick turn over rate (158x).

6025s with Full blast mods 6045 with restrictor thing dremmelled off, and 6055 still stock, for now, but it will get cut eventually as well. but the vortech doesnt hurt.

mile sq. reefer · 08/14/2007, 02:28 PM

Do you have the link for the Tunze mod?

GSMguy · 08/14/2007, 02:51 PM

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Originally posted by mile sq. reefer
Do you have the link for the Tunze mod?

yep

http://reefcentral.com/forums/showth...5&pagenumber=1

mile sq. reefer · 08/14/2007, 02:57 PM

Thanks.

sherm71tank · 08/14/2007, 03:16 PM

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Originally posted by xinumaster
I got 4 of the K4 but on one of my k4 the impeller won't turn anymore. I'm also getting electric shock everytime I hold the body -- thing that's the stator part of the pump. I'll be returning this unit to korallin for them to check.

I also notice that a second k4 is having problem too. What I notice is that when I turn off the power on all my powerheads to clean my tank this secon K4 won't turn the impeller immediately. It takes hours before it start working again. Did you guys experienced the same problem?

Haven't had any problems out of mine. For sure stop using ANY pump that is giving you a shock.

08/13/2007, 08:40 PM	#53
tmz ReefKeeping Mag staff Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: West Seneca NY Posts: 27,691	Does anyone have experience using koralias with a controller,Seio or otherwise.? I will be setting up a new 36x24x24 89gallon.(spsdominant). I also hope to place a few lps such as scolymia. Should I use k3s or 4s or other? __________________ Tom Current Tank Info: Tank of the Month , November 2011 : 600gal integrated system: 3 display tanks (120 g, 90g, 89g),several frag/grow out tanks, macroalgae refugia, cryptic zones. 40+ fish, seahorses, sps,lps,leathers, zoanthidae and non photosynthetic corals.

08/13/2007, 08:49 PM	#54
rogergolf66 im an addict lol Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Land o lakes, FLorida Posts: 12,930	Mile everytime I have ever read a thread about powerheads someone alway brings in Tunze. I have seen threads saying what is better K#4 or the Seio 1200. you always get someone to answer the Tunze is better. LOL Roger __________________ Goal levels: salinity 35ppt, temp 78-79, alk 8-9, cal 430-450, mag 1310-1400 po4 .03, no3 1-3 Current Tank Info: System 1... 100 gal Zoa tank I built, 30 gal Ric Yuma shroom tank, 30 gal mix tank my sons,40 gal softie tank, 40 gal nem tank, two 40 gal LPS tank. System 2... 240 gal SPS display attached 100 gal frag SPS only tank.

08/13/2007, 09:13 PM	#56
GSMguy Registered Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Northern New Mexico Posts: 17,420	Mile sq reefer how can you compare or review a product exept against the competition why would you take tunze out of the equation in the first place? you think im Off Topic, i think your not sure what the topic of this thread is. im honestly trying to help you make an informed decision no hydor hate here i even bought one as a present. good pump. also i still dont see what you would need to run the hydors on the wave controller thats literally paying more for less flow. __________________ Nick. Conehead. Shallow Reef club. Current Tank Info: 48"x27"x14" Envision Acrylic rimless, 6x39w ATi Sunpower, Custom ATB Deluxe Skimmer, 4x tunze nano stream,ATB flowstar 1500, ACJR, Tunze osmolator.

08/14/2007, 04:19 AM	#59
rogergolf66 im an addict lol Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Land o lakes, FLorida Posts: 12,930	I didn't say the Tunzes were bad not did I say they were good. I just said that someone always brings them up even if the question is about the moon. Tunze always becomes the debate in all threads on powerheads. I have seen a thread ones that said what is wrong with my seio and some one says its not a tunze. lol that is what I mean. it was not the topic. Roger __________________ Goal levels: salinity 35ppt, temp 78-79, alk 8-9, cal 430-450, mag 1310-1400 po4 .03, no3 1-3 Current Tank Info: System 1... 100 gal Zoa tank I built, 30 gal Ric Yuma shroom tank, 30 gal mix tank my sons,40 gal softie tank, 40 gal nem tank, two 40 gal LPS tank. System 2... 240 gal SPS display attached 100 gal frag SPS only tank.

08/14/2007, 10:36 AM	#62
mile sq. reefer Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: NJ Posts: 2,045	GSMguy, FYI, I know what the topic is, I started the thread. Just wanted to know what people who these PH's think of the performance. Its not a comparison, or a Tunze v. Koralia thread. Tunze was "never" mentioned in the original post. Original question "They have been out for a while now, so what is your opinion on this Powerhead? Looking at purchasing a couple of 4's." If I want to buy a Tunze, atleast I now know who to ask. Later. Last edited by mile sq. reefer; 08/14/2007 at 11:15 AM.

08/13/2007, 09:27 PM	#58
NanoReefWanabe Registered Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Barrie, Ontario, Canada Posts: 6,639	well i only have a K2 in my 20 and i love it....10x the flow of my MJ's nice wide pattern...

08/14/2007, 11:55 AM	#63
GSMguy Registered Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Northern New Mexico Posts: 17,420	no tunze wasnt mentioned but here hows this the koralia works much better than my Television at moving water in my tank. im not telling you to buy a tunze, just giving you the facts __________________ Nick. Conehead. Shallow Reef club. Current Tank Info: 48"x27"x14" Envision Acrylic rimless, 6x39w ATi Sunpower, Custom ATB Deluxe Skimmer, 4x tunze nano stream,ATB flowstar 1500, ACJR, Tunze osmolator.

08/14/2007, 12:59 PM	#64
mile sq. reefer Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: NJ Posts: 2,045	Cool, the TV. v. Koralia thread. Thanks, I was wondering on how to mod my T.V. to increase the flow. I may need to upgrade from my 32" LCD to a 50" Plasma.

08/14/2007, 01:24 PM	#65
GSMguy Registered Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Northern New Mexico Posts: 17,420	lcd is better than plasma for moving water. again JMO __________________ Nick. Conehead. Shallow Reef club. Current Tank Info: 48"x27"x14" Envision Acrylic rimless, 6x39w ATi Sunpower, Custom ATB Deluxe Skimmer, 4x tunze nano stream,ATB flowstar 1500, ACJR, Tunze osmolator.

08/14/2007, 01:27 PM	#66
mile sq. reefer Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: NJ Posts: 2,045	Did you mod the 6025's to increase flow for that sick turn over rate (158x).

08/14/2007, 01:58 PM	#69
xinumaster reef addict Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: sj ca Posts: 2,925	I got 4 of the K4 but on one of my k4 the impeller won't turn anymore. I'm also getting electric shock everytime I hold the body -- thing that's the stator part of the pump. I'll be returning this unit to korallin for them to check. I also notice that a second k4 is having problem too. What I notice is that when I turn off the power on all my powerheads to clean my tank this secon K4 won't turn the impeller immediately. It takes hours before it start working again. Did you guys experienced the same problem? __________________ -perry/xinumaster Current Tank Info: 375g tank 8'x30"x30" Last edited by xinumaster; 08/14/2007 at 02:05 PM.

08/14/2007, 02:28 PM	#72
mile sq. reefer Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: NJ Posts: 2,045	Do you have the link for the Tunze mod?

08/14/2007, 02:57 PM	#74
mile sq. reefer Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: NJ Posts: 2,045	Thanks.