Hello I am new to the hobby as in don't have a tank setup yet but i would like to setup a reef tank and a frag tank possibly frag tank first to let them grow out and I just wanted to know if you needed power heads in frag tanks or what are the ups and downs of having or not having them I have seen both and just wanted to know what the advantages and disadvantages where, Thank you.
Power heads in frag tanks?
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leviburns89
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Your frag tank should be as gentle as possible, while still mimicking the conditions they will be in later.
I'm not an expert by any means on coral propagation, but frags are usually "recently injured corals" which need gentle rehabilitation.
That being said, your end game is to put them into your display tank, so you should find a happy medium.
Perhaps having a section of the tank with higher flow so you can move them as they grow, from low to moderate, and then finally display tank.
Acclimation is everything, and everything takes time
I'm not an expert by any means on coral propagation, but frags are usually "recently injured corals" which need gentle rehabilitation.
That being said, your end game is to put them into your display tank, so you should find a happy medium.
Perhaps having a section of the tank with higher flow so you can move them as they grow, from low to moderate, and then finally display tank.
Acclimation is everything, and everything takes time
I agree.
jamie1981
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A frag tank is no different in terms of filtration, lighting and tank conditions as a regular display tank requirements, they both need to be able to maintain and grow livestock. All the same equipment is used for both but if they are joined together as one system it can be a bit more affordable to setup in terms to the equipment by not needing 2 of everything and 1 larger system is going to be more stable than 2 smaller ones.
Reef Frog
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Corals need the appropriate flow no matter what kind of tank they're in. Rarely does the current from a sump return cut the mustard, except in professional tanks and even those often use a few powerheads.
Personally, I think it would be a good idea for some reefers to consider starting out with a frag tank instead of a full blown display. Especially younger folk who are moving around a lot.
It's going to cost less. Easier to build, easier to move. Easier dealing with and/or preventing algae. Minimal chances for nutrient problems if you skip the fish for now. Build up some nice colonies now for the dream tank you'll buy in a few years once you're settled. Not for everyone but s doable, valid way to go for those who do their research.
Personally, I think it would be a good idea for some reefers to consider starting out with a frag tank instead of a full blown display. Especially younger folk who are moving around a lot.
It's going to cost less. Easier to build, easier to move. Easier dealing with and/or preventing algae. Minimal chances for nutrient problems if you skip the fish for now. Build up some nice colonies now for the dream tank you'll buy in a few years once you're settled. Not for everyone but s doable, valid way to go for those who do their research.
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