suggestion for powerhead(s)

[sleevasteve]

I have a 90rr, with a quiet one 4000 return pump for my current flow. Here is the pump: http://www.petsolutions.com/default.aspx?ItemId=88350161&EID=88350161&SID=FROOGLE
Guy at the lfs said it should be enough flow...I had also been suggested putting a ph behind the rocks. What do yout think would give me enough flow? I would rather keep the ph's unvisible if possible. I'll probably get a magnet to hold it on the back wall, behind the rock. Any suggestions would be GREATLY appreciated. Thanks! Here is a pic of my tank:

 

[twon8]

what are you trying to keep?

 

[sleevasteve]

Well I was stuck on the soft corals for a while, but I do want to start keeping a few sps and lps.

 

[pledosophy]

If it were me I'd go with two Seio M 1500's.

 

[sea student]

I asked a similar question for my 90 and the Tunze 6060 was recommended. I'm also looking at the Tunze 6055 which is coming out soon. It is more compact and can go on a controller..which I don't know if I need, but still researching. Here's what it looks like http://www.championlighting.com/product.php?productid=22012&cat=0&page=6

 

[sleevasteve]

Does it actually come with a controller? The description just says can be used with a single or multi controller. Also pledosophy, what about placement for them. Just each side? I'd really like to hide them behind the rocks if it will permit good flow...

<a href=showthread.php?s=&postid=8494624#post8494624 target=_blank>Originally posted</a> by sea student
I asked a similar question for my 90 and the Tunze 6060 was recommended. I'm also looking at the Tunze 6055 which is coming out soon. It is more compact and can go on a controller..which I don't know if I need, but still researching. Here's what it looks like http://www.championlighting.com/product.php?productid=22012&cat=0&page=6

 

[sleevasteve]

I actually just heard of the seio m1500's they seem pretty nice. Anybody else have any input?

 

[cabbage2003]

i like any of the seios. modded maxi's are nice to.

 

[sleevasteve]

id rather not mod anything, if I don't have to.

 

[sea student]

I don't think they come w/ a controller and I really don't know much about it. Hopefully someone else will chime in.

 

[sleevasteve]

Well I just googled multicontroller and single controller, and they are pretty expensive. I think I would pass on that for now, until I really felt the need for it. The Seios seem like a good deal, I would like to hear some ppls suggestions on placement of them though.

 

[lclzgarling]

you can put them behind the rocks but maitenence on them will be harder sometimes the ease of maitenence is worth seeing them

 

[sleevasteve]

That is true. Still then I would have the issue that the left side of my tank is only about 3" from the wall. I guess I could always get on some kind of stool and get in over the top.

 

[sea student]

I'm still deciding also and here's little comparison on the SEIO 1500 http://www.drsfostersmith.com/Produ...ll&Ntx=mode+matchallpartial&Np=1&N=2004&Nty=1 vs Tunze 6060 (1600 gph)http://www.marinedepot.com/md_searchitem.asp
Size- Tunze is smaller 3.9"X4.6" vs Seio 2.8"X3.5"X7.3"
Wattage used- Tunze 11 watts Seio 34 watts
Cost- Seio $62 Tunze $137
Mounting- Tunze hanging bracket, optional magnet $30, optional decorator rock holder $76
Seio hanging bracket or suction cups included

 

[DrBegalke]

I'd get two tunze nano streams, they have a built in magnet holder and you can direct the flow in all three planes, not just left/right like the Seios.

 

[sleevasteve]

Man that Seio is huge isnt it...but 140 for 1 ph?!?! Close to the same flow at 1500-1600...

 

[sleevasteve]

Which nano streams should I get? And do I need the controller?

<a href=showthread.php?s=&postid=8496490#post8496490 target=_blank>Originally posted</a> by DrBegalke
I'd get two tunze nano streams, they have a built in magnet holder and you can direct the flow in all three planes, not just left/right like the Seios.

 

[Flobajob]

The Seio may seem cheap, but it uses a lot (3x) more electricity. In the long run the Tunze will probably work out cheaper.

 

[RichConley]

Buy some Maximods (like the Oceanflows). Cheaper than both the Tunzes and the Seios, and just as, if not more efficient than the tunzes.

 

[RichConley]

<a href=showthread.php?s=&postid=8496490#post8496490 target=_blank>Originally posted</a> by DrBegalke
I'd get two tunze nano streams, they have a built in magnet holder and you can direct the flow in all three planes, not just left/right like the Seios.

Seios can be directed in all 3 planes with the swivel mounts.