Tunze Stream 6100 vs. Vortech MP 40

ravedood · 03/17/2009, 07:51 AM

I am trying to choose between these 2 to simulate waves in my 125g reef tank. Which one would you buy and why?

sjm817 · 03/17/2009, 08:14 AM

Are you buying used? The 6100 is a couple of generations old, and the MP40 has been replaced by the MP40W.

ravedood · 03/17/2009, 08:21 AM

Yea most likely I would buy used. If I can find used versions of the updated items then I would go with the updated item. Are there some features or advantages that the Tunze have over the Vortechs?

Mr. Brooks · 03/17/2009, 11:02 AM

Tunzes make less noise and have more "punch" to them.

an411 · 03/17/2009, 11:21 AM

I would say the one thing i like better with the tunze is that you can face them in more directions then the vortech.

FishDad2 · 03/17/2009, 11:42 AM

I've had good luck with my Tunze so far.

Can't speak to the Vortech though.

VaderWS6 · 03/17/2009, 11:55 AM

I use two MP40w's in my 75 gallon reef, and I can guarantee you'll love the wave they'll make in a 125 gallon! Short pulse mode on a 125 gallon would look absolutely amazing. A friend of mine uses Tunze pumps on his 210 gallon to simulate waves, and it looks pretty good as well. I'm pretty sure you'll like the vortech waves better though.

Mr. Brooks · 03/17/2009, 12:23 PM

I'm running a Vortech on either side of my 6' long tank. I feel like 6' is too far for them. They'd work better on a 4' long tank. They're also too noisy as they wind up and down. I can hear them over the fans. I plan to set them on the back glass pointing forward on the far ends. I'll then place two of the newer Tunzes pumps above them pointing towards the center of the tank. The Tunzes will be on a controller. The Vortechs will run a constant speed to reduce noise.

Henry Bowman · 03/17/2009, 12:28 PM

Tunze....longer time tested success, more variable / options.

xtm · 03/17/2009, 01:25 PM

Best bang-for-the buck would be the Tunze stream IMO. The used 6100's can be had for about less than $200 now... and if you get tired of it, you can always use it for a DIY wavebox

Less noise, better value, tried-and-true reliability, and exceptional customer service.

03/17/2009, 07:51 AM	#1
ravedood Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Pembroke Pines, FL Posts: 1,540	Tunze Stream 6100 vs. Vortech MP 40 I am trying to choose between these 2 to simulate waves in my 125g reef tank. Which one would you buy and why? __________________ Florida Marine Aquarium Society Member --Ben

03/17/2009, 08:14 AM	#2
sjm817 On Yer left! Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Northern VA Posts: 18,777	Are you buying used? The 6100 is a couple of generations old, and the MP40 has been replaced by the MP40W. __________________ - Scott

03/17/2009, 08:21 AM	#3
ravedood Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Pembroke Pines, FL Posts: 1,540	Yea most likely I would buy used. If I can find used versions of the updated items then I would go with the updated item. Are there some features or advantages that the Tunze have over the Vortechs? __________________ Florida Marine Aquarium Society Member --Ben

03/17/2009, 11:55 AM	#7
VaderWS6 Registered Member Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Kentucky Posts: 1,644	I use two MP40w's in my 75 gallon reef, and I can guarantee you'll love the wave they'll make in a 125 gallon! Short pulse mode on a 125 gallon would look absolutely amazing. A friend of mine uses Tunze pumps on his 210 gallon to simulate waves, and it looks pretty good as well. I'm pretty sure you'll like the vortech waves better though. __________________ 2001 black T/A WS6~M6 ASC#6979 331rwhp/348rwtq Mods: !CAGS, Pro 5.0, TSP lid, BGRA, Raptor shift light, Strange 4.10 gears, Strano springs, SLP Bilstein shocks, GMMG exhaust Current Tank Info: Main reef:75 gallon w/ 2 250watt Radium 20k run on a PFO dual 250watt HQI ballast w/Lumenbright mini reflectors. 4 110watt VHO actinics for dawn/dusk,Geo kalkreactor,Litermeter 3,Xtreme 160 skimmer,2 Vortech mp40w's

03/17/2009, 12:23 PM	#8
Mr. Brooks MASVC Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Simi Valley, CA Posts: 3,477	I'm running a Vortech on either side of my 6' long tank. I feel like 6' is too far for them. They'd work better on a 4' long tank. They're also too noisy as they wind up and down. I can hear them over the fans. I plan to set them on the back glass pointing forward on the far ends. I'll then place two of the newer Tunzes pumps above them pointing towards the center of the tank. The Tunzes will be on a controller. The Vortechs will run a constant speed to reduce noise. Last edited by Mr. Brooks; 03/17/2009 at 01:18 PM.

03/17/2009, 11:02 AM	#4
Mr. Brooks MASVC Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Simi Valley, CA Posts: 3,477	Tunzes make less noise and have more "punch" to them.

03/17/2009, 11:21 AM	#5
an411 Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Derby CT Posts: 2,861	I would say the one thing i like better with the tunze is that you can face them in more directions then the vortech.

03/17/2009, 11:42 AM	#6
FishDad2 Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Northern NJ Posts: 660	I've had good luck with my Tunze so far. Can't speak to the Vortech though.

03/17/2009, 12:28 PM	#9
Henry Bowman Reefing since '87 Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Allegheny Mountains of VA Posts: 2,162	Tunze....longer time tested success, more variable / options. __________________ Have a good'un Current Tank Info: 90 gl SPS dominant / upgrade in the works

03/17/2009, 01:25 PM	#10
xtm Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Panorama City, CA Posts: 4,703	Best bang-for-the buck would be the Tunze stream IMO. The used 6100's can be had for about less than $200 now... and if you get tired of it, you can always use it for a DIY wavebox Less noise, better value, tried-and-true reliability, and exceptional customer service. __________________ Function before fashion Current Tank Info: 120g SPS Tank (48x24x24)