My new SPS Tank

Hi Roberto, big fan, been following you for a while.

Quick question: which powerhead do you prefer, the gyre, mp40, or Nero 5? I know that the gyre has a different flow pattern so it may not be the best comparison. also, is there a noise difference between these 3 pumps (I'm trying to find the quietest one)?
thanks
 
I know this is super random, but on your older 10g tank:

What percentage/mode did you run the MP10 at? What overall intensity was the Hydra 52? and How big were your water changes every week?

I currently have a 16 Gallon nano (converting from softies to acros) and looking for some general ideas. Using pretty much the same equipment you were.
 
Looks great. Absolutely the best way to grow acro. I even went so far as to eliminate the rock work from mine.
 
Hi Roberto, big fan, been following you for a while.

Quick question: which powerhead do you prefer, the gyre, mp40, or Nero 5? I know that the gyre has a different flow pattern so it may not be the best comparison. also, is there a noise difference between these 3 pumps (I'm trying to find the quietest one)?
thanks

My Gyre is dead quiet, If I have to choose just one pump, I would go with gyre. MP 40 is very quiet as well and Nero 5 do a little noise.
 
I know this is super random, but on your older 10g tank:

What percentage/mode did you run the MP10 at? What overall intensity was the Hydra 52? and How big were your water changes every week?

I currently have a 16 Gallon nano (converting from softies to acros) and looking for some general ideas. Using pretty much the same equipment you were.

I used to run my mp10 at 50% in reef crest mode. My Hydra about 50% too. I don´t remember about the water changes, but I guess 40%/50% per month. The main problem about nano with SPS is that you need to test and replace alk almost every day , so keep your eye on alk to avoid problems.
 
I used to run my mp10 at 50% in reef crest mode. My Hydra about 50% too. I don´t remember about the water changes, but I guess 40%/50% per month. The main problem about nano with SPS is that you need to test and replace alk almost every day , so keep your eye on alk to avoid problems.
Thank you! I plan on automating the testing&dosing of alk/cal with an alkatronic and carbocalcium. There’s no way I’d be able to keep up with the rapid changes with manual testing and dosing.
 
It's weekend!
 
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Hi Roberto :)
Did you make changes to your lighting? Maybe I missed it, but thought you were all LED, but the fixture in recent pictures looks like t5/ hybrid?
As always Roberto, tank is amazing, and photos beautiful as well :)
 
Hi Roberto :)
Did you make changes to your lighting? Maybe I missed it, but thought you were all LED, but the fixture in recent pictures looks like t5/ hybrid?
As always Roberto, tank is amazing, and photos beautiful as well :)

No changes, same fixture ( aquatic life ), since day one I´m using the same fixture

Cheers
 

HOW MUCH DOES A FISH’S FEEDING REQUIREMENTS AFFECT YOUR STOCKING DECISIONS?

  • A lot! - I avoid fish that require frequent or specialized feeding

    Votes: 10 27.0%
  • Quite a bit, but an automatic feeder can change my answer

    Votes: 6 16.2%
  • It depends on whether my nutrient export can handle it

    Votes: 5 13.5%
  • It depends on how badly I want the fish

    Votes: 10 27.0%
  • Not much. I’m willing to adjust my routine

    Votes: 9 24.3%
  • Not at all. Feeding demands don’t limit my stocking choices

    Votes: 6 16.2%
  • I usually learn about the demanding feeding schedule after buying the fish!

    Votes: 2 5.4%
  • I haven’t really considered this before

    Votes: 3 8.1%
  • Something else (see my comments in the thread)

    Votes: 1 2.7%
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