Powerhead ratings!!!!

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  1. 75galreef

    75galreef Astrea Snail

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    Does anyone have any experience with the zoo med power sweep powerhead?? I am looking for a decent one for flow in the back of my tank. I also looked at the maxi jet 1200. How does that compare with the zoo med? I am currently running two koralias 3 and 4 on each end of the tank facing each other. Should I do another koralia?? :confused:
     
    75galreef, Jul 1, 2009
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  2. tigermike74

    tigermike74 Panda Puffer

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    Sweeping powerheads tend to get clogged (the movement) in saltwater tanks. The joints get encrusted with gunk and coralline and they end up failing.
    I would add another Koralia and direct it where you want more flow. What size tank do you have? The difference between the 3 and 4 is pretty small, I only use 3's myself.
     
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  3. 75galreef

    75galreef Astrea Snail

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    That helps my choice. I will go with another koralia 4 and put the 3 at the bottom for flow. I have a 75 gal tank. Thanks
     
    75galreef, Jul 2, 2009
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