Which pump for custom 150?

[Jimbo]

I have a custom made 150 gallon tank. The dimensions are 48"x30"x24". Can you recommend a Tunze pump for this tank? It is an acrylic tank, and will be dominated by SPS corals. It will also have a DSB. Budget is an issue, so maybe no controller for now. However, I would still like advice on this in case I change my mind. I'm planning on plumbing the return so that it opposes the current provided by the Tunze pump.
Thanks.
Jim

 

[rvitko]

Well, this is difficult to answer, especially for budget considerations. Pump 6060 is probably your best bet but it is not out yet, It is a small Stream pump and will sell in the $115 range. However it is not possible to control this pump. To get this option you would need a 6000 which is low voltage and has computer controlthe pump will be about $225 and a controller is another $50 for the basic single control unit. I would also recommend two 4002 pumps but each pump is $220 and to later add control is $250 so in the long run this your most expensive option. In general short term economies are false economies and you are best off to buy what you need I would start with a 6000 Stream- this is due out in late April.

 

[Jimbo]

6000 it is. Thanks for the advice.
Jim