6105 or 6155?

[ianrwesley]

I'm looking at getting a Tunze pump to connect to a Sea Sweep for my 220 (72 x 24 x 29) SPS dominated tank. I've got a Sweep Sweep in one corner for the return from my Reeflo Dart and would like to put the Tunze in the other corner with the sea sweep.

Looking at the spec I'm having a hard time understanding the difference between the 6105 and 6155. The 6155 seems like it is $200 more with only an additional 550 gallons/hour flow increase.

What are the other differences? Any recommendations?

Thanks,
Ian

 

[pyton]

Different flow patterns, I would use a 6155 over a 6105.Wider flow moving more water.

 

[rvitko]

The 6155 has a stronger magnet holder which accounts for a fair amount of that price difference. It is not tremendously stronger flow wise than a 6105, the main reason I would go with a 6155 is if you had 3/4" glass and wanted a bit more flow than a 6105 can offer as by the time you upgrade the 6105 magnet for 3/4" it is nearly $410. The power supply is also far more robust, 90W vs 50W, this beefier power supply does tend to be more durable.

 

[ianrwesley]

Thanks for the feedback! I think the 6105 will meet my needs and should be no problem as I have .5" glass. Placed the order last night.

-Ian

 

[rvitko]

I would agree.