Adding Refugium to 30GL AIO overflow chambers..Pro's and Con's

[joe-ejs]

Hello,

I have an ongoing Hair Algae issue in my 30GL JBJ AIO tank. I would like to install a Refugium in one of the overflow chambers. This is a dual overflow AIO. There are essentially two chambers on each overflow side, and then one middle chamber that both drain to where the return pump is located.

I am thinking of using a Tunze 8831 Refugium light which is submersible / thin and 12" in length.

The total chamber dimensions for the Refugium is 2.5"w x 4"L and 12" in height. Has anyone else used an AIO for this purpose with good results? Is there anything I need to be concerned about?

Thanks

 

[joe-ejs]

So is a chamber in a AIO large MacroAlgae and have an effect on the tank nutrient levels with a chamber of 3"x4" x 12"H?