How much tank circ. for 60 gal?

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I want to set up some kind of circulation system in my tank. There are dead spots in the tank. So I was thinking of using 3-4 nano circ/ wave maker s in the tank to make a gentle flow. The tank is 36" w X 18" d X 22" H. It has an overflow unit I the corner where the dead spot is. I have a spray bay hooked up but that creates a fine mist that migrates up to the light fixture. So I was also thinking of using some loc-line to make an adjustable return close to the water surface. I want to place zoas and an anemone in the tank so I need low- med flow. How much do I need?
 
Get rid of the spray bar for sure.
And just start out with one pump.
I recommend a EM MP10 QD that will give you more than enough flow for softies.
 
I would shoot for around 2000 gph from all sources and then make adjustments from there.
 

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