Powerhead Help

Discussion in 'ASAP' started by philip_r5, Dec 12, 2006.

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  1. philip_r5

    philip_r5 Feather Duster

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    My powerhead 402 just broke in my tank. I was looking for some suggestions. Would it be better to have two 250gph powerheads in a reef 55 that will have fish and corals. Or would 4 105gph powerheads be better? Thanks
     
    philip_r5, Dec 12, 2006
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  2. Phil125

    Phil125 Plankton

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    I've learned that more powerheads the better. Just make sure there isn't too much flow. One powerhead causes alot fo dead spots. Too many and some of your corals won't like it. each tank needs a balance. I'd go with two on each end. Not alot of width in that tank for 4
     
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  3. m_lacom99

    m_lacom99 Stylophora

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    I had 5 powerheads in a 55 all rated at around 250 GPH. Didnt have any dead spots ans every body was happy.

    Marc.
     
    m_lacom99, Dec 16, 2006
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