Thinking about getting a nano wavebox and need help!

notclear

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My tank is 72"x22"x24" about 160G. I am using AATB4200 Flowstar pump for OM4 closed loop and an ATB1500 for rturn. There are still areas with no flow and slow flow. So I am considering to get the nano wavebox as I only need about 1/2" wave height. I have the following questions:

1. Is the nano wavebox good for my application?

2. Will flow be noticeable at the bottom?

3. Does the nano wavebox come with a controller or I have to purchase separately?

4. My glass thickness is 5/8", will the magnet come with it OK?

5. My tank has a very clean look right now as there is no powerhead there. I can only place that wavebox at the back wall, can't place it on either side of the tank as one side is for viewing and the other side has a 22" long external overflow box. Can I place the wavebox at the back wall but with the box's in/outlet pointing side way and not directing to the front glass? Is using magnet the only option for holding the wavebox securely?
 
We temporarily ran our nano wavebox on one of our 180 gals, and it threw wave surges closer to 1" (we were very impressed). It came with a controller, and the flow was noticeable everywhere. I believe our glass is only 1/2", it holds fine.

Just like others in our area though, we are very unhappy with our nano wavebox because of the shear noise the pump produces even after a month of break-in. We have to cut it off at night because of the noise.

The magnet is "permanently" glued to the wavebox and is all that comes with it for mounting. You may theoretically be able to cut it off and glue the old magnet (or possibly a stronger one) to the side?
 
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