odyssea uv

Discussion in 'Filters, Pumps, etc..' started by jtr38230, Apr 14, 2011.

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  1. jtr38230

    jtr38230 Skunk Shrimp

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    I bought a odyssea uv light and it calls for a 600 to 700 gph pump I have a 300 gph pump on it now. I have read that you need the water to be exposed to the light for a longer period and most higher priced uv lights call for a 200 gph pump if I recall. Do you guys think I should order a bigger pump or turn my 300 gph pump down?
     
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  2. aquariaman

    aquariaman Pajama Cardinal

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    Interesting! I have never heard of that!
     
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  3. benbabcock

    benbabcock Bubble Tip Anemone

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    hmmm...sure its GPH and not LPH? 700 gph seems like WAY too much. they are a chinese manufacturer so it could very well be Liters.
     
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  4. kss2801

    kss2801 Montipora Capricornis

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    Most uv sterilizers I've seen give a rating of the max flow it can handle. So it could be up to 700 gph.
     
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  5. jtr38230

    jtr38230 Skunk Shrimp

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    It seems to be working on the side of the tank that its on anyway the side its on is clearing up but the other side isn't clearing up. Its been on there for about 3 weeks now
     
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