Shallow peninsula tank: circular flow pattern

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My tank is peninsula style with dimensions 135x800x57cm (53x30x21").
Overflow and return are both at the blinded side. The wave makers are also at the same side.
Below a pic. Green marked are the 2 MP40s.

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I find that in between the 2 wave makers there is very little flow and also at the opposite side of the tank.

Would it be a good idea to change the position of 1 MP40 to the other side to create a circular flow pattern?

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What are the pros and cons of circular flow?
Corals are mainly sps.
 
First of all what a nice scape you've created!!

I do think it is a better option like you suggest. The big advantage you get is a more random flow pattern.

It's just not as nice and clean looking:(
 

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