New User with PowerHead Questions

[Reefrock]

Hello.

I am setting up a new 75gl tank and was wondering what powerhead is recommended. Looking to add 1 or 2 in the tank for circulation. I have been out of the hobby for 5-6 years so was just looking for guidance as to what the latest trend is towards powerhead models.

Any help is much appreciated.
Thanks

 

[KRBNSOL]

really the only limitations would be how much you want to spend !

There are a number of good brands out there. Tunze and Vortech are great, but do come with a large price tag. Gyres are something to think about. Jebao is popular, seems to do the job....quality is always a topic of discussion on here. Hydor and Marineland round out the group.

Things to think about
- budget?
- how much flow gph are you looking for? different corals have likes/dislikes
- constant flow or the ability to provide variable flow / wave maker?

Personally, in my 120, I have a smaller Tunze and a Jebao. One is a constant flow and the other is a wave maker.

Hope this helps in some way....

 

[Dmorty217]

I would look for a used Tunze or Vortech.

 

[billdogg]

In my current setup - a 120DT/40 sump mixed reef (mostly SPS) for in-tank circulation I use a pair of Gyre 250's on the back glass that max out at ~60%, a pair of 1500gph koralia's in the back corners pointed up and in, and a 850gph koralia on one side, down low and as far back as I can put it that is just there to ensure good flow behind the rocks.

IMHO, the koralias work well and seem to last a long time if cleaned occasionally, especially considering their price point. The Gyre's are almost overkill in my tank - If I were to turn them all the way up there would be a standing wave over the front of the tank. I'm pretty sure the wife would frown upon that!