MP10 Help

Discussion in 'Filters, Pumps, etc..' started by Pankak322, Feb 7, 2013.

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  1. Pankak322

    Pankak322 Flamingo Tongue

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    Hey guys I need some help with some MP10s

    First, I'm running a 55 Gallon tank. I have the Reef Keeper lite where it at all possible i like to some how work in with this set up.

    Now with the 55 do I get two Mp10s or 1 Mp40

    If I get two mp10s what is the advantage of getting them wireless, and what is the cons of not getting it wireless.

    Then for the Catch 22, are the Tunze controllable any better?
     
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  3. louy99

    louy99 Feather Duster

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    I think running 2 wireless mp10s would be better than 1 mp40. Benefits of wireless is they both communicate with each other so if one ramps up, the other ramps down so you have a smooth back and forth current
     
  4. peddy10181

    peddy10181 Astrea Snail

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    Go with 2 mp10. The plus of the wire less is they will not fight each other on flow. As one powers up, the other goes Down. I would just get to the wired ones and wait a sec befor turning on the 2nd one.
     
  5. Pankak322

    Pankak322 Flamingo Tongue

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    LOL

    That is what I was thinking!
     
  6. skurious

    skurious Sailfin Tang

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    Someone correct me if im wrong but the pumps cannot have the master/slave function unless they are both wireless? I tried looking this up, but didnt find anything.
     
  7. skurious

    skurious Sailfin Tang

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    yeah, here is a page where ecotech specifically says that the non wireless pumps cannot communicate unless upgraded with the RF module.

    Tell the difference between a MP10 ES W & Stnadard MP10 ES

    I'd go right for the mp10wES to take full advantage of the pumps. Otherwise your saving 100 bucks but wont be able to truly use the pumps functions.
     
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  9. Stevefromtpsfld

    Stevefromtpsfld Bristle Worm

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    I agree, go for the best and get the best options. Go wireless and they'll truly work in tandem.