Wavebox Questions For 300 Gallon Reef Tank

spyro · 05/05/2005, 10:53 PM

I have a 300 gallon tank currently running 4 6100 Streams. I have 2 custome internal overflows that are 8" cubes. I would like to add a wavebox but I have a few Questions:

Does the unit need to be in the middle of the tank or can I put the unit in the right corner behind my rock work ?

Does the output need to be anywhere special in the tank, in front of the rock, behind the rock, in an open area?

For a 300 gal tank, how much space do I need from the water level to the top of the tank? I think I have an inch of space but I can get more by reducing the return water flow rate OR by moving the "adjustable" dams I designed into my overflows downward to the lowest position..

If I do not have the room required above the water, can I adjust the wave height down to compensate?

Do I need 2 pairs of magnets to mount the unit? I have an acrylic tank so conventional eurobracing is not an option.

Which magnets do I need, the small or the large?

rvitko · 05/06/2005, 11:30 AM

The wavebox cannot be more than 24" from one side and work well. So in a 30" wide tank it has to be 6" in from the end but in a 24" wide tank it could work in a corner.

I originally thought the outlet had to be out in the open but I have found it will work provided it isn't completely barricaded.

I would have about 1.25-1.5" of spae

You can adjust the wave height

You need two magnets and just whatever size for the thickness of material so 6080.50 for 1/2" 6200.50 for 3/4"

spyro · 05/06/2005, 12:56 PM

Thanks Roger! I just ordered a Wavebox from Champion Lighting...I can't wait to see this thing work !

05/05/2005, 10:53 PM	#1
spyro Moved On Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Saugus, MA Posts: 935	Wavebox Questions For 300 Gallon Reef Tank I have a 300 gallon tank currently running 4 6100 Streams. I have 2 custome internal overflows that are 8" cubes. I would like to add a wavebox but I have a few Questions: Does the unit need to be in the middle of the tank or can I put the unit in the right corner behind my rock work ? Does the output need to be anywhere special in the tank, in front of the rock, behind the rock, in an open area? For a 300 gal tank, how much space do I need from the water level to the top of the tank? I think I have an inch of space but I can get more by reducing the return water flow rate OR by moving the "adjustable" dams I designed into my overflows downward to the lowest position.. If I do not have the room required above the water, can I adjust the wave height down to compensate? Do I need 2 pairs of magnets to mount the unit? I have an acrylic tank so conventional eurobracing is not an option. Which magnets do I need, the small or the large?

05/06/2005, 11:30 AM	#2
rvitko RC Sponsor Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: Austin Texas USA Posts: 35,785	The wavebox cannot be more than 24" from one side and work well. So in a 30" wide tank it has to be 6" in from the end but in a 24" wide tank it could work in a corner. I originally thought the outlet had to be out in the open but I have found it will work provided it isn't completely barricaded. I would have about 1.25-1.5" of spae You can adjust the wave height You need two magnets and just whatever size for the thickness of material so 6080.50 for 1/2" 6200.50 for 3/4" __________________ Roger Vitko Tunze USA "He's for every one of us, stands for every one of us, he'll save every man, woman and child in a mighty Flash!" Current Tank Info: 210 gallon planted tank with Altum Angelfish

05/06/2005, 12:56 PM	#3
spyro Moved On Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Saugus, MA Posts: 935	Thanks Roger! I just ordered a Wavebox from Champion Lighting...I can't wait to see this thing work !