powerhead question

Discussion in 'Filters, Pumps, etc..' started by izus, Sep 27, 2010.

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  1. izus

    izus Astrea Snail

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    would you consider the koralia nano 240 powerhead not enough circulation for my biocube 29?
    or do you think the 425 would be a better fit
     
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  3. xmetalfan99

    xmetalfan99 Giant Squid

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    What do you plan on keeping?
     
  4. oceanparadise1

    oceanparadise1 Fire Squid

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    id go with the higher model, flow is not a bad thing!
     
  5. izus

    izus Astrea Snail

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    just some soft corals maybe a shrimp, 1 or 2 fish.

    i mean eventually i would like to graduate to something more exotic but for now i need to get used to taking care of the basic stuff.
     
  6. anpgp

    anpgp Dragon Wrasse

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    I have two of the K1's in my tank, I think that equates to the 425's. I also have SPS in my tank and needed the flow.
     
  7. SnooknRedz

    SnooknRedz Vlamingii Tang

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    I have the 425 in my 20 gallon and it works fine gives great circulation. Get that one you wont be disappointed.
     
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  9. izus

    izus Astrea Snail

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    wow! where are they positioned?
     
  10. grinder37

    grinder37 Whip-Lash Squid

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    Definatly get the 425,i got the 240 koralia for my 28 nanocube and it's very weak flow at best,my first koralia,and allthough i like it's small size,i'm very dissapointed with it's preformance.I actually stopped using my wavemaker so all pumps(2 return pumps,plus the nano)run all the time to get flow up to where i want it.It would be ok for a small dead spot,but to use for added turnover,i was pretty bummed out.
     
  11. izus

    izus Astrea Snail

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    thanks for the fast responses!
    just bought the 425