wavemaker for 30 gallon ...need suggestions

[charliethetuna]

im setting up a smaller 30 gallon tank for my son .im going to have lps and softies.what wpukd u suggest as a wavemaker to get a good side to side wave going ?

 

[EvanDeVita]

I myself have an IM Nugo 30 long AIO. I use a hydor koralia nano 240. I also ordered a Tunze 6025 (which I was reccently recommended to get) this morning. I can’t speak to how the Tunze will work, but the hydor works well

 

[charliethetuna]

I myself have an IM Nugo 30 long AIO. I use a hydor koralia nano 240. I also ordered a Tunze 6025 (which I was reccently recommended to get) this morning. I can’t speak to how the Tunze will work, but the hydor works well

and you can get a good wave going ?.i was thinking about the tunze stream 6040 something like that.dc controllable

 

[EvanDeVita]

and you can get a good wave going ?.i was thinking about the tunze stream 6040 something like that.dc controllable

Controllable is always better. I’m short on cash atm so I didn’t go for them. The wave motion is great- lots of flow. I’ll be adding acropora shortly.

 

[charliethetuna]

what about the tunze wavebox they now make a smaller one

 

[sam2110]

Nero 5, or gyre

 

[EvanDeVita]

what about the tunze wavebox they now make a smaller one

I have no experience with Tunze. I got what was recommended

 

[samnaz]

Jebao wave makers, SW2 or SW4 or PP4. (I think they have a newer version, OW? I can’t keep track). They are extremely affordable, very easy to use, and have always been reliable IME. I’ve used a couple different models over the years, both lasted over 3 years before dying. Under $50 each I don’t mind replacing every few years. Doesn’t get cheaper than that for a wavemaker!

 

[jesspal]

I have 2 Jebao SLW-20 in my 35.2 gal WB. I like them a lot

 

[MugenReef95]

yeh 2 jebao slw-20 should do more than enough work and cost effective
unless you want 2 mp10 would work too if budget is not issue lol

 

[linkedsilas]

I myself have an IM Nugo 30 long AIO. I use a hydor koralia nano 240. I also ordered a Tunze 6025 (which I was reccently recommended to get) this morning. I can’t speak to how the Tunze will work, but the hydor works well

how does the cord work with the screen top on? Havent set mine up yet

 

[EvanDeVita]

I popped one of the corners off. Its quite easy and doesn't have any negative side affects.

 

[Lsuhunter]

I put a Nero 3 in my 32gal and couldn't be happier.

 

[jassermd]

You may want to try one of the Tunze nanostreams: https://www.bulkreefsupply.com/tunze-turbelle-nanostream-6040.html
They are great! I have 2 and they work quite well for small tanks and have all perks of their larger brethren...

 

[linkedsilas]

I popped one of the corners off. Its quite easy and doesn't have any negative side affects.

i havent looked that closely to see how that could be arranged yet.

 

[EvanDeVita]

i havent looked that closely to see how that could be arranged yet.

I'll send you a picture tomorrow - if I forget remind me!

 

[linkedsilas]

I'll send you a picture tomorrow - if I forget remind me!

I think I saw the little tab that can be cut out

 

[drewwCh]

Jebao SOW series, I use the SOW-4. They are pretty powerful and cheap. Remember to clean it regularly, as with all powerheads.

 

[stevewright1]

another Jebao positive experience from me also

I have the MOW- 3 on my 15 gallon Nano and its good value with options on wave pattern/ type/ flow etc (constant wave, sine wave, lagoon type mode, and even a 10 minute Feed mode that turns of the wavemaker for 10 mins whilst you feed the corals etc)

The controller is really user friendly and instructions very clear

They have 4 models in the MOW series
MOW - 3, 5, 9 and 16 and the number represent liters per hour max they can move (3000, 5000, 9000 and 16,000 )