Royalreef22
Active Member
So I am looking at several flow options for my 180G and need some input. I am doing mostly LPS Zoas and maybe a one or two encrusting and/or chalices.
First option is two AI Nero 5s
https://www.bulkreefsupply.com/nero-5-powerhead-3000-gph-aqua-illumination.htmlI like them because of the small style, clean look and super easy controllability. I have two concerns though.
I have seen several reviews on BRS about fish getting sucked into them. Kinda concerns me lol. Is this a real problem and should I be concerned about it?
Second Q is, are two of these enough for a 180G? It is a bow front so idk if flow works more effectively with the bow.
The next option is two SLW-30s or two SOW-20/SOW-15
Amazon product ASIN B0877BYBH4I like these because they r cheaper then the Neros but once again don’t know if they will last and if they r as powerful as the AI Neros. I also want the new WiFi option but can’t find them on amazon so also a downside.
My last option is two Tunze 6095s
https://www.bulkreefsupply.com/tunze-turbelle-nanostream-6095-controllable.htmlThey would be out of my price range but Black Friday might get me so... Obviously tunze has plenty on controllability and r super reliable. They are bigger though and might not be as powerful as some other options (maybe).
So what would you do in my situation. Don’t want to spend over $400. I do have 2 1500Gph hydros that I could through in for extra flow if I need it.
Thanks in advance for the advice!!
First option is two AI Nero 5s
https://www.bulkreefsupply.com/nero-5-powerhead-3000-gph-aqua-illumination.htmlI like them because of the small style, clean look and super easy controllability. I have two concerns though.
I have seen several reviews on BRS about fish getting sucked into them. Kinda concerns me lol. Is this a real problem and should I be concerned about it?
Second Q is, are two of these enough for a 180G? It is a bow front so idk if flow works more effectively with the bow.
The next option is two SLW-30s or two SOW-20/SOW-15
Amazon product ASIN B0877BYBH4I like these because they r cheaper then the Neros but once again don’t know if they will last and if they r as powerful as the AI Neros. I also want the new WiFi option but can’t find them on amazon so also a downside.
My last option is two Tunze 6095s
https://www.bulkreefsupply.com/tunze-turbelle-nanostream-6095-controllable.htmlThey would be out of my price range but Black Friday might get me so... Obviously tunze has plenty on controllability and r super reliable. They are bigger though and might not be as powerful as some other options (maybe).
So what would you do in my situation. Don’t want to spend over $400. I do have 2 1500Gph hydros that I could through in for extra flow if I need it.
Thanks in advance for the advice!!
