Water Movement and Filtration Questions..

Discussion in 'Filters, Pumps, etc..' started by jbacker7, Dec 4, 2008.

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  1. jbacker7

    jbacker7 Plankton

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    Hi, I'm looking to start a 20 gallon long and I have some questions about powerheads and protein skimmers..

    My current filtration is a 30-60 HOB filter. It generates pretty good water movement but I thinking I will need at least one powerhead. So my questions...

    Would one powerhead be enough on an aquarium this size?
    Is a protein skimmer necessary on a tank this size?

    Thank you!
     
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  2. jeremy_a

    jeremy_a Feather Duster

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    What kind of corals are you planning on keeping? The type of corals you want to keep will determine how much flow you will need and the necessity of a skimmer.
     
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  3. Peredhil

    Peredhil Giant Squid

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    Multiple small power heads are better than fewer bigger or medium power heads. Creates more random water movement as the different flows interact.
     
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  4. reef_guru

    reef_guru Humpback Whale

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    yes, but multiple flow patterns are best

    its important for any size tank
     
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