Do I need two power heads in a nano?

[adsf430]

I have a Red Sea max nano that’s a very mixed reef. Right now I have the stock pump and one Nero 3 powehead on 20-60% facing different directions. Should I get a second Nero 3? I don’t like the look of so much of the glass being blocked and the cost is a factor. Also worried about too much flow bothering my other corals like my goniopora. Anyone have strong thoughts? About to add a four pack of acros and already have some other large sps that’s doing well but not acros is the reason I’m considering adding another

 

[Mikedawg]

Why do you think you don't have enough flow?

 

[adsf430]

I think I do but it seems a lot of people think you still need one powerhead on each side. And I think I have enough flow but possibly not for acros

 

[afrokobe]

I don't have a traditional return, just a very low power cannister filter that functions more like a media reactor. In my case I put two nero 3s in order to get flow around the whole tank. With just one nero, I found quite a few dead spots around the tank.

i would figure out if you need the extra flow before adding another powerhead. Do you notice you have any dead spots?

 

[Dcal]

highly doubt that you need it but it can definitely help to randomize the flow more so there isnt any dead spots as @afrokobe mentioned

 

[Mikedawg]

I think I do but it seems a lot of people think you still need one powerhead on each side. And I think I have enough flow but possibly not for acros

Pretty small tank for a lot of wave action; maybe consider a random flow generator nozzle for return pump outlet - minimizes linear flow which is a plus for many species of coral.