water turn around rate

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  1. hitman35

    hitman35 Purple Spiny Lobster

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    anyone know what i ideal water turn around rate should be for a 55 gal i currently have a 35x an hour
     
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  2. makinITwork

    makinITwork Spanish Shawl Nudibranch

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    I go with the rule of thumb of 20x (maybe up to 25x) 35x seams high, however I think each tank is unique. Are the fish fighting to stay in one place? (are they wearing little life jackets, trying to make it through "the great flood"..if no, then I would say you are good).

    I like higher water rates in my tanks, but I also try to make sure that there are some calm areas too.
     
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  3. hitman35

    hitman35 Purple Spiny Lobster

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    i do have some calm spots some spots with a gentle breeze and there some hold on to your fins spots lol
     
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