Powerheads

Jmunk · 05/21/2014, 07:59 PM

I was thinking of upgrading my powerheads to the ecotech models.

Question is, for a 90G, would I be best getting like 2 MP10s or one MP40?

Portsie · 05/21/2014, 08:01 PM

Depends on what you want to keep. You will probably have a couple dead spots if you go with just one. I have a 40 and 2 10's on my 90 and flow is perfect.

Jmunk · 05/21/2014, 08:02 PM

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Originally Posted by Portsie

Depends on what you want to keep. You will probably have a couple dead spots if you go with just one. I have a 40 and 2 10's on my 90 and flow is perfect.

Phew, really lmao? That seems like so much to me. I honestly didn't expect that powerheads would be one of the more pricey items.

I'd love to keep ideally any coral I want, this way I don't need to upgrade powerheads in the future.

Jmunk · 05/21/2014, 08:03 PM

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Originally Posted by Portsie

Depends on what you want to keep. You will probably have a couple dead spots if you go with just one. I have a 40 and 2 10's on my 90 and flow is perfect.

Also, where is your placement with that assortment? Can you post a pic?

Portsie · 05/21/2014, 08:12 PM

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Originally Posted by Jmunk

Phew, really lmao? That seems like so much to me. I honestly didn't expect that powerheads would be one of the more pricey items.

I'd love to keep ideally any coral I want, this way I don't need to upgrade powerheads in the future.

Lol, I feel your pain. When I first started I had 2 korallias in a 72g bowfront. I couldn't understand why people spent so much money on power heads. A couple used mp10s came up for sale locally for a good price so I snatched them up. When I upgraded to my 90, I added a used mp40 as well. They really do make a big difference and are worth the money, especially if you can find them used IMO.

Here's a recent FTS, you can see where I have them:

Jmunk · 05/21/2014, 08:19 PM

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Originally Posted by Portsie

Lol, I feel your pain. When I first started I had 2 korallias in a 72g bowfront. I couldn't understand why people spent so much money on power heads. A couple used mp10s came up for sale locally for a good price so I snatched them up. When I upgraded to my 90, I added a used mp40 as well. They really do make a big difference and are worth the money, especially if you can find them used IMO.

Here's a recent FTS, you can see where I have them:

Yeah that's exactly where I'm at, seems so strange to spend that much, but if it's worth it, it's worth it. Thanks for the pic and advice brotha!

Portsie · 05/21/2014, 08:31 PM

No problem, anytime

m0nkie · 05/21/2014, 09:38 PM

I don't have MP. Ballers! I use two cheap Jebao WP40.

for my 100 gallon, 1 WP40 was enough. but a second one definitely covered all the dead spots and cleaned my rocks better.

definitely go for 2 if you can... and I would get the bigger models in case you upgrade tank in the future.

igot2gats · 05/22/2014, 06:46 AM

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Originally Posted by Jmunk

Phew, really lmao? That seems like so much to me. I honestly didn't expect that powerheads would be one of the more pricey items.

If you're worried about price, Tunze powerheads are much cheaper than Ecotech.

Art13 · 05/22/2014, 07:14 AM

in my 90 i have a jabao wp40 and two koralia 750's for the dead spots, i thought the same thing about flow when i first started my saltwater tank, didn't realize how much the tank could really take and how much better off it is with the higher flow.

thegrun · 05/22/2014, 07:29 AM

If you want to be able to keep all types of coral you are going to need 40 to 50 times you DT in total flow (combination of powerheads and return pump delivered after head pressure loss flow) so between 3500gph and 4500gph of flow. Two MP-40 would work well. The nice thing about the MP-40's or any of the other programable pumps is that they allow you to vary and alternate flow from one side of the tank to the other. These varied flow paterns and very important to the health of your corals.

sponger0 · 05/22/2014, 08:02 AM

I also vote for Jebao if you dont have the cash to fork over for a Vortech. They seem to get really good reviews

NTP66 · 05/22/2014, 08:08 AM

On a 4' tank, I'd also go with two MP40s. There's just so much you can do with them, especially if you've got an Apex. I went from two Koralia 1050s in my 90g, and haven't looked back.

Jpugh73 · 05/22/2014, 08:08 AM

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Originally Posted by thegrun

if you want to be able to keep all types of coral you are going to need 40 to 50 times you dt in total flow (combination of powerheads and return pump delivered after head pressure loss flow) so between 3500gph and 4500gph of flow. Two mp-40 would work well. The nice thing about the mp-40's or any of the other programable pumps is that they allow you to vary and alternate flow from one side of the tank to the other. These varied flow paterns and very important to the health of your corals.

+1

Jmunk · 05/22/2014, 08:45 AM

Thanks for the replies guys.

I don't mind getting the ecotechs, but I was thinking two MP10s. Would two MP40s really be more preferable? Nearly $800 for powerheads LOL (Can't seem to find any used)

sponger0 · 05/22/2014, 08:46 AM

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Originally Posted by Jmunk

Thanks for the replies guys.

I don't mind getting the ecotechs, but I was thinking two MP10s. Would two MP40s really be more preferable? Nearly $800 for powerheads LOL (Can't seem to find any used)

They have tons used for sale online. But I dont think you can view the ads on here yet.

Jmunk · 05/22/2014, 08:50 AM

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Originally Posted by sponger0

They have tons used for sale online. But I dont think you can view the ads on here yet.

Oh you mean on this site?

Yeah -___-

Really with there were no requirements for just viewing a for sale section lol

NTP66 · 05/22/2014, 08:52 AM

I think it's something like 50 posts and 90 days membership before you can view the for sale section. Like somebody else said, there are a number of MP40s currently for sale on this site.

sponger0 · 05/22/2014, 08:52 AM

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Originally Posted by NTP66

I think it's something like 50 posts and 90 days membership before you can view the for sale section. Like somebody else said, there are a number of MP40s currently for sale on this site.

Its something like that but MP40s are sold on the classifieds here everyday and usually really fast

Jmunk · 05/22/2014, 08:56 AM

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Originally Posted by NTP66

I think it's something like 50 posts and 90 days membership before you can view the for sale section. Like somebody else said, there are a number of MP40s currently for sale on this site.

Ugh, seriously, three months to view a for sale section?

sponger0 · 05/22/2014, 09:00 AM

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Originally Posted by Jmunk

Ugh, seriously, three months to view a for sale section?

Welcome to Reefcentral lol.

"You must have 50 posts in "real" forums (ie, not the Lounge, or the Selling and Trading forums) and have been registered for 90 days before you can participate in the selling or trading areas. Our mission at Reef Central is the exchange of hobby information, not commerce, and the selling and trading forums are a perk for those members who support RC's mission. Additionally, requiring a minimum number of posts reduces the number of quick-sale scam artists and repeat, commercial-only entities who are only interested in making a quick buck. "

premilove · 05/22/2014, 09:01 AM

The more random flow the better. It looks like your mind is set with the 40's which is a good thing. Down the line, consider adding a powerhead on the back wall. I have 2 mp40s and 2 mp10s on my 80g. I have a wp10 behind my rocks.

Jmunk · 05/22/2014, 09:03 AM

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Originally Posted by sponger0

Welcome to Reefcentral lol.

"You must have 50 posts in "real" forums (ie, not the Lounge, or the Selling and Trading forums) and have been registered for 90 days before you can participate in the selling or trading areas. Our mission at Reef Central is the exchange of hobby information, not commerce, and the selling and trading forums are a perk for those members who support RC's mission. Additionally, requiring a minimum number of posts reduces the number of quick-sale scam artists and repeat, commercial-only entities who are only interested in making a quick buck. "

I suppose I'll have to spend $800 since I don't qualify LOL.

Would two MP40s really be more preferable than two MP10s?

Jmunk · 05/22/2014, 09:03 AM

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Originally Posted by premilove

The more random flow the better. It looks like your mind is set with the 40's which is a good thing. Down the line, consider adding a powerhead on the back wall. I have 2 mp40s and 2 mp10s on my 80g. I have a wp10 behind my rocks.

Man that seems like so much flow, something I can't quite get used to even after being in this hobby a while lol. Got ya!

sponger0 · 05/22/2014, 09:07 AM

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Originally Posted by Jmunk

I suppose I'll have to spend $800 since I don't qualify LOL.

Would two MP40s really be more preferable than two MP10s?

Yes MP40s would be preferable

05/21/2014, 07:59 PM	#1
Jmunk Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2014 Posts: 686	Powerheads I was thinking of upgrading my powerheads to the ecotech models. Question is, for a 90G, would I be best getting like 2 MP10s or one MP40?

05/21/2014, 08:01 PM	#2
Portsie Registered Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: New Brunswick, Canada Posts: 741	Depends on what you want to keep. You will probably have a couple dead spots if you go with just one. I have a 40 and 2 10's on my 90 and flow is perfect. __________________ 90g corner overflow, 33g sump, Apex, Vertex IN-100, 2x MP-10w ES, 1X MP-40w, Tunze Osmolator, 60lbs Caribsea oolite, 85lbs live rock, 4x54w T5 with LED moonlights

05/21/2014, 08:31 PM	#7
Portsie Registered Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: New Brunswick, Canada Posts: 741	No problem, anytime __________________ 90g corner overflow, 33g sump, Apex, Vertex IN-100, 2x MP-10w ES, 1X MP-40w, Tunze Osmolator, 60lbs Caribsea oolite, 85lbs live rock, 4x54w T5 with LED moonlights

05/21/2014, 09:38 PM	#8
m0nkie Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: LA Posts: 6,264	I don't have MP. Ballers! I use two cheap Jebao WP40. for my 100 gallon, 1 WP40 was enough. but a second one definitely covered all the dead spots and cleaned my rocks better. definitely go for 2 if you can... and I would get the bigger models in case you upgrade tank in the future. __________________ 560gal in the making

05/22/2014, 08:08 AM	#13
NTP66 Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: PA Posts: 975	On a 4' tank, I'd also go with two MP40s. There's just so much you can do with them, especially if you've got an Apex. I went from two Koralia 1050s in my 90g, and haven't looked back. __________________ Nick Current Tank Info: 90g FOWLR, Reef Octopus NWB-150 skimmer, MP40wES x2, Eheim 1260 return, BuildMyLED 20,000k XB LEDs, Apex Jr.

05/22/2014, 07:14 AM	#10
Art13 Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: South Jersey Posts: 1,444	in my 90 i have a jabao wp40 and two koralia 750's for the dead spots, i thought the same thing about flow when i first started my saltwater tank, didn't realize how much the tank could really take and how much better off it is with the higher flow.

05/22/2014, 07:29 AM	#11
thegrun Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Garden Grove, Ca Posts: 17,023	If you want to be able to keep all types of coral you are going to need 40 to 50 times you DT in total flow (combination of powerheads and return pump delivered after head pressure loss flow) so between 3500gph and 4500gph of flow. Two MP-40 would work well. The nice thing about the MP-40's or any of the other programable pumps is that they allow you to vary and alternate flow from one side of the tank to the other. These varied flow paterns and very important to the health of your corals.

05/22/2014, 08:02 AM	#12
sponger0 Registered Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Virginia Beach Posts: 6,659	I also vote for Jebao if you dont have the cash to fork over for a Vortech. They seem to get really good reviews

05/22/2014, 08:45 AM	#15
Jmunk Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2014 Posts: 686	Thanks for the replies guys. I don't mind getting the ecotechs, but I was thinking two MP10s. Would two MP40s really be more preferable? Nearly $800 for powerheads LOL (Can't seem to find any used)

05/22/2014, 08:52 AM	#18
NTP66 Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: PA Posts: 975	I think it's something like 50 posts and 90 days membership before you can view the for sale section. Like somebody else said, there are a number of MP40s currently for sale on this site. __________________ Nick Current Tank Info: 90g FOWLR, Reef Octopus NWB-150 skimmer, MP40wES x2, Eheim 1260 return, BuildMyLED 20,000k XB LEDs, Apex Jr.

05/22/2014, 09:01 AM	#22
premilove The Empire Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Central Jersey Posts: 776	The more random flow the better. It looks like your mind is set with the 40's which is a good thing. Down the line, consider adding a powerhead on the back wall. I have 2 mp40s and 2 mp10s on my 80g. I have a wp10 behind my rocks.