what gph wave maker should i get

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  1. skyvern2130

    skyvern2130 Stylophora

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    so im looking to buy my wave makers in the next few weeks for my LPS 40g breeder im setting.
    i plan on going with a hydor. was wonder what GPH should i look for
    i was think two 240gph would do the trick but i wana make sure
     
    skyvern2130, Dec 26, 2012
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  2. FatBastad

    FatBastad Zoanthid

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    Like the Hydor Smart Wave???

    The Smart Wave and 2 Evo 750's minimum I'd for a softie tank. Minimum...
     
    FatBastad, Dec 26, 2012
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  3. Kevin_E

    Kevin_E Giant Squid

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    That's way too little flow. I have 100 GPH more than that in my 20 gallon. For LPS, I would look for around 1600-2000 gph of flow.

    A 750 and a 1050 would work well.
     
    Kevin_E, Dec 26, 2012
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