Neat little gadget.

Since I don't have a couple hundred to spend on a wavemaker, I decided to get a Hydor Flo Deflector. Basically it's a mini powerhead looking thing that you can put on your return, no electrical parts though, all hydro mechanically powered. As the flow goes through it hits an impeller that rotates the whole thing changing the direction of the flow. I put it on the return of my Biocube and it works great. Has a nice steady turn rate without having to buy an expensive wavemaker. For only $10, I think it's a great investment for those wanting a wavemaker type effect without dropping the cash. Here's a link to check it out.

Hydor FLO

 

Ah i have seen these at my not so local marine specialist store... i was thinking about getting one or two because im in the same boat as you... a budget
how are they working for you?

 

I only have the one and just installed it today but so far it seems to be working out great.

 

hmm i might have to get one or two for my tank

 

i bought several when they first came out.they work great but i noticed that they work best in a nano.still in use today.i wuldnt use them for a larger tank,they cant handle that much flow.they tend to pop off

 

Yeah, they have a max flow rate of 310gph. Great for a nano though.

 

you can also look at the SCWD

 

Nugio, where the heck have you been? Glad to see you back.

 

I saw this a while back at my LFS but didnt take the time to look into it thoroughly

I assume it can also be attached to the return plumbing from the sump, no?

 

I have one and the only problem I hhave had with it was the my snails like to hitch a ride round and round! Eventually to many attach and then the ride is over, stops spinning cuz of the weight.