mp40 enough

[A.T.T.R]

is one of the 3000 gph vortechs on a 65 gallon (18 wide 36 long) mounted on the center back enough flow for sps and what not?

seems like most of the flow would be from the "back wash" or flow returning to pump

 

[cediss]

Yes, that will be enough. You could always add another later.

 

[cediss]

You could do 2x MP40's on either side and run at lower speeds until you need more flow if you get dense SPS growth.
If your not doing SPS dominant (mostly LPS), I'd do 2 MP 20's and the sides for best flow options.

 

[cassell19]

On my 65g I just picked up a MP10, and am considering another one to replace the two Hydor 425s that are still running on a wavemaker. I don't have corals yet, but do not anticipate getting any SPS.

 

[tkeracer619]

Yes but I would mount it on one side. Play around with the placement till you get your desired flow.

 

[A.T.T.R]

i know side would give mroe direct flow but it will protrude into room way to much