Movement for coral

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Just had a quick question. I just got a waving hand anthelia today and I am trying to provide movement/current to the anthelia and the Green Star Polyp. I have a hang on the back filter, a wave maker, and a UV sterilizer light pump. (Currently not using the light. Just the pump for water movement.) I posted pics below. Any suggestions on how I can get them movement?

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The problem with only one powerhead is you get a one way linear flow, usually with some dead flow spots. A tank IMO ideally should have powerheads on opposite sides, pointed at each other to bounce and create random flow pattern and reduce dead flow spots. I would add another on your tank.
 
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The problem with only one powerhead is you get a one way linear flow, usually with some dead flow spots. A tank IMO ideally should have powerheads on opposite sides, pointed at each other to bounce and create random flow pattern and reduce dead flow spots. I would add another on your tank.
This sounds like a great idea. Thank you for your opinion!
 

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