0g lagoon/frag system going up soon once I get the custom sump made by GEO.
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0g lagoon/frag system going up soon once I get the custom sump made by GEO.
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As I talk about in my build thread, the benefits of BB tanks are undeniable. That being said, I just can't do it. I love sandy substrates. They just look more natural in my little slice of the ocean. Plus, I like a lot of sand dwelling critters. To each their own, though. I'm sure that, whatever you decide on, will be right for you and nothing short of stunning!
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Yeah I like a lot of flow to keep detritus suspended and into the overflow and just the overall simplicity of it. However when I do see sandy bottom systems I always think about setting a system with sand for the aesthetic and for certain fishes that require sand.
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Placed my order in with GEO for this AFR fleece roller sump. I had it made like the 60" I have for my 260g DT. 12 weeks lead time so it gives me some time to plan the aquascape and will most likely have sand in this system so i can keep fishes that require sand.
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I run 2 MP60s at full bore and 2 gyre 450's. No sandstorms. I use Tongan Mesoflake.
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It's made by Tropic Eden. Now, I will say that, when I run them on nutrient export mode overnight, it pushes it to the sides a bit. I tend to my sandbed regularly anyway, and have critters that turn it over so it doesn't really bother me too much. Individual results / opinions may vary.
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Can't wait to see the progress!!
How big of a system are you running with all that flow and sand substrate? Just curious I’ve always done BB but I agree with others sand does look so natural and I’m contemplating it for my new build.
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It is a 180 DT, 260 TSV
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You mount the 60s on the sides? I was thinking of putting 2 60s on the sides of my 260. Ended up with 5 40s. 4 on the back and one on the side towards bottom of tank.
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Yeah, the 60's are mounted on the sides and then I have two gyres mounted vertically on either side of the overflow to get laminar flow behind the aquascape. I don't keep the 60's at max for long periods, though. They cycle intensity.
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