Flow Recommendations

[mc28jared]

I’m new to the hobby and need some advice on flow. I have a 40 gallon breeder with a figi cube aio filter. Planning on lps and softies

 

[Reef Wizard]

Whats your question?
Wavemaker to get or speed or?

 

[lil sumpin]

Do you have a return pump in the AIO insert already? I’m considering an upgrade to a 40B ant some point and I was envisioning something like this for flow. Planning to have two wavemakers on each end, one aimed at the surface for agitation and the other a few inches below the surface for a randomized flow.

 

[BetteMidler]

I recommend using two Nero 3 powerheads. Position them on one side of the tank and activate the pulse setting. Place them 180 degrees out of sync with a 30s interval. This configuration will result in alternating activation, with one powerhead operating for 30 seconds while the other remains idle.

There is a wide range of customizable flow patterns, allowing you to tailor the water movement to your specific requirements.

 

[mc28jared]

Do you have a return pump in the AIO insert already? I’m considering an upgrade to a 40B ant some point and I was envisioning something like this for flow. Planning to have two wavemakers on each end, one aimed at the surface for agitation and the other a few inches below the surface for a randomized flow.

I have a Fiji Flow 550DC Nano Pump

 

[Mr. Mojo Rising]

My 40 breeder has 2 gyres plus the return.

Its hard to recommend something, there are hundreds of choices, it comes down to how much do you want to spend. I suggest to go with a controllable pump so that way you can adjust the flow to your liking.

 

[mc28jared]

My 40 breeder has 2 gyres plus the return.

Its hard to recommend something, there are hundreds of choices, it comes down to how much do you want to spend. I suggest to go with a controllable pump so that way you can adjust the flow to your liking.

What gyres are you using

 

[Mr. Mojo Rising]

What gyres are you using

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