Spray Bar

Discussion in 'Filters, Pumps, etc..' started by Stingray, Mar 30, 2008.

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  1. Stingray

    Stingray Blue Ringed Angel

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    Hi all
    Right, my tank is the rena aqualife 200, the filter external filstar xp2, i have the spray bar going along the back but it starts getting covered with water 2 inches from the top is this ok i want to fill it right up not alot of pressure should i face the holes up towards the surface???
     
    Stingray, Mar 30, 2008
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  2. wastemanagement

    wastemanagement Eyelash Blennie

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    It should not be a problem to submerge the bar and if you would like surface agitation this will benifit with gas exchange
     
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  3. Tangster

    Tangster 3reef Sponsor

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    You will find out a spray bar is way over rated and they are a PINTA to deal with they seldon run long with removeing it and a acid soak and then poke out the little holes They creat to much bubble busting splash and thats a mess. Good luck with it.
     
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  4. Mrs.Exec.Level

    Mrs.Exec.Level Astrea Snail

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    that should be fine, In my 40gal hex the spray bar is completely under water, but it is fine.
     
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  5. lunatik_69

    lunatik_69 Giant Squid

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    I've had my spray bar for over 2 yrs and never had the need to clean it or get clogged.
     
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  6. target001

    target001 Skunk Shrimp

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    i noticed the spray bar in 1 of my tanks clogged up with gunk so i took the spray bar off and aimed the outlet in the desired direction
     
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