More Flow???

Discussion in 'Filters, Pumps, etc..' started by Arman2K, Nov 10, 2011.

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  1. Arman2K

    Arman2K Coral Banded Shrimp

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    Hi, I am debating to add more flow to my tank. I have a 120g fish and coral tank. I have 2 1050 gph powerhead, and the return pump does 550 gph. I am debating to add another 1400, is that going be too much? I currently, setup the 2 1050 on top left and top right corner of the tank. I am thinking adding the 1400 to the lower bottom, so it has more flow on the bottom. What do you guy think? More or no? Thanks
     
    Arman2K, Nov 10, 2011
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  2. felixfish

    felixfish Bristle Worm

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    More flow the better. As long as your sand isn't blowing amuck your golden!
     
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  3. Mr. Bill

    Mr. Bill Native Floridian

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    For reference, you want roughly 20 - 30x turnover for soft and LPS corals. You are currently at 22x; another 1400gph will put you just under 34. If you plan to keep SPS, you'll need 50+.
     
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  4. Arman2K

    Arman2K Coral Banded Shrimp

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    Thank you, will pick up the 1400 tonite..
     
    Arman2K, Nov 10, 2011
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