alienhybridx
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what is a good powerhead for a 55 gallon tank ?
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scopus tang
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Regardless of the type, generally speaking, one powerhead isn't going to produce sufficiently dispursed flow for a 55 gallon tank. That said, I personally prefer the hydor Koralia. The magnet attachment is far superior to the suction cups most other brands use ~ much better bang for your buck. If you want to spend more money, the SEIOs are also good.
lexluethar
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Originally Posted by Scopus Tang
http:///forum/post/2516137
Regardless of the type, generally speaking, one powerhead isn't going to produce sufficiently dispursed flow for a 55 gallon tank. That said, I personally prefer the hydor Koralia. The magnet attachment is far superior to the suction cups most other brands use ~ much better bang for your buck. If you want to spend more money, the SEIOs are also good.
I've never used that type, but i can say from experience that rubber suction cups will corrode and fall apart in your tank. Mine are doing that right now (slowly but they are).
I too would suggest at LEAST two PH for your tank, but realistically 4. 4 individual power heads that add up to the same flow as one large one will create more flow overall in your tank b/c you can create random circulation.
http:///forum/post/2516137
Regardless of the type, generally speaking, one powerhead isn't going to produce sufficiently dispursed flow for a 55 gallon tank. That said, I personally prefer the hydor Koralia. The magnet attachment is far superior to the suction cups most other brands use ~ much better bang for your buck. If you want to spend more money, the SEIOs are also good.
I've never used that type, but i can say from experience that rubber suction cups will corrode and fall apart in your tank. Mine are doing that right now (slowly but they are).
I too would suggest at LEAST two PH for your tank, but realistically 4. 4 individual power heads that add up to the same flow as one large one will create more flow overall in your tank b/c you can create random circulation.