Uv sterilizer for broodstock set up

[coolkidtr]

Contemplating on adding a uv sterilizer to my broodstock set up. Don't know if its necessary. Any thoughts? 200 gallon set up.

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[coolkidtr]

Does anybody use uv on their broodstock setups?

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[ernieq]

I use them to control bacterial blooms, but there is really no need if you have a stable system.

 

[Mr Cob]

I also use them, keeps algae in check and gives crystal clear water, I don't use them on my reef tanks though

 

[coolkidtr]

Which brand are u using?

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[ernieq]

I use Coralife Turbotwist, the 9 watt one for my growout.

 

[JustinGr]

what kind of flow rate do you run to your 9 what? I am thinking about adding the exact same steraliser with my Magnum 350.

 

[ernieq]

The flow rate depends on what you want to kill. If you want to use it therapeutically, you need to go under 50 gallons per hour. In my case I just use it to control bacterial blooms, so it's just attached to my sump return pump, which effectively pumps about 500 GPH. I have a gauge that measures how much water passes through the system, and with a valve I can control the flow in case I need to turn it to therapeutic use.

 

[JustinGr]

Thanks, I had a bacterial bloom that was driving me nuts in one tank. I hooked up the 9w on the Magnum 350 and overnight it cleared up after weeks of water changes, etc.