Wavemaker Flow For 55 Gallon Reef

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  1. TroyShaw24

    TroyShaw24 Astrea Snail

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    Hey everyone, I have a 55 Gallon reef tank and I just purchased 2 wavemakers that put out 1,321 GPH. So its a total of 2,642 GPH. They are set on the left and right side glass up towards the top creating a circular motion.

    My question is,
    Is this to much flow? I want it to be capable of supporting just about any coral. That way I dont have to worry about future upgrades due to coral purchases.

    Let me know what you all think about the flow. Thanks guys! :)
     
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  2. bwalker9801

    bwalker9801 Zoanthid

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    Sounds about right for sps , you could add more if it is predominately an sps tank but some lps wouldn't be happy unless you hide them in lower flow areas.
     
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  3. Kevin_E

    Kevin_E Giant Squid

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    Sounds about right. From what was told to me, SPS need 50+ times tank volume (keep in mind your tank doesn't actually have 55 gallons in it with rock and sand).
     
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  4. 2in10

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    That is plenty
     
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  5. TroyShaw24

    TroyShaw24 Astrea Snail

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    Alright cool, Thanks guys! ;D
     
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