Tunze or maxspect gyre
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rkpetersen
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Either would work very well. I have 2 XF250 Gyres on the second tank below; not many softies but full of anemones, some euphyllias and an elegance who all seem pretty happy with the gentle alternating flow. (Somewhat surprisingly, acros and montis are also thriving.)
Wheeljack
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I'm setting up a 5ft tank myself and was going to go with the gyre 250's, but they're apparently being discontinued and they're selling out where I normally shop online. Apparently a new 300 series is coming February-ish. I'm torn over whether to wait or just snatch up the 250's.
rkpetersen
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Reefer 450 (92 + 24 gallons). I run the Gyres at only 40% forward and 30% back, each side alternates for 30 seconds, with opposite timing of the two pumps. Forward is directed obliquely from the back corners toward the front of the tank and slightly inward. Back is directed horizontally behind the rocks. Creates a nice washing machine effect (gentle cycle!)
rtague
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Nice!!!Reefer 450 (92 + 24 gallons). I run the Gyres at only 40% forward and 30% back, each side alternates for 30 seconds, with opposite timing of the two pumps. Forward is directed obliquely from the back corners toward the front of the tank and slightly inward. Back is directed horizontally behind the rocks. Creates a nice washing machine effect (gentle cycle!)
BestMomEver
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I have one of each. Gyre is on the back wall, and Tunze is on the side. Also have MP40 facing the Tunze. Mix and match, as they say.
I think that the Tunze is a decade-long purchase and the MaxSpect might be 24 months and maybe a bit more if you clean them a lot. Tunze do not need any maintenance until the screens clog up with coralline and the Gyre needs a lot. Factor all of this into your cost equation. They can both move a lot of water, but that is the least of it, IMO.
Agree with jda. At one time had 3 Gyres and found them to require a lot of cleaning and parts replacement so just not worth it. Tunze are very reliable. Have the new Nero 5 and like the low profile and bluetooth control but is a little early to be able to determine the long term reliability.
rtague
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Definitely agree,I had a couple of tunze years ago and they never failed, real workhorses,have read a lot about gyre maintenance to keep them working properly, I'm sure they're a good pump,but when it comes to longevity I don't think you can beat tunze.
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