How Much Flow Should I Add?

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  1. Matty1551

    Matty1551 Astrea Snail

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    In my 40g breeder FOWLR. I have a koralia 550 & 125gph from my hob refugium.

    I'm adding another koralia powerhead but can't decide which one I should add for optimal flow. To me it's between the 425 & 550. Which one should I grab?
     
    Matty1551, May 24, 2012
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  2. NanaReefer

    NanaReefer Fu Manchu Lion Fish

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    Grab the 550 then go grab the Hydor Smart wave to run em both :) You'll be only to happy with the results!!
     
    NanaReefer, May 24, 2012
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  3. FatBastad

    FatBastad Zoanthid

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    550...
     
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  4. PghSteeler

    PghSteeler Tassled File Fish

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    Go 750 same price more flow
     
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  5. Matty1551

    Matty1551 Astrea Snail

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    Went with the 750. Figured more is better
     
    Matty1551, May 24, 2012
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