Question About The Maxi-Jet

wrassecal

wrassecal

Active Member
I love them. I have a 600 and a 1200 on my 55 gal. For a 240 I would probably say you need at least 4 of the 900's but you really need to determine what gph you want in water turnover and what your strategic placement should be according to your lr placement, inhabitants that like less/more current etc. HTH an I'm jealous, wish I had a 240;)
 
frankl15207

frankl15207

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Go to http://www.garf.org and under the bullet proof reef setting choose calculator. OK, I'll save you the time. Under quantity it says 'lots.'
I have 2 of the 1200s on my 75 (plus one for the skimmer) and one of the 400s. I also have three powersweeps. I'll take the Maxijets anyday.
 
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rogeta

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I'm going to have two maxi 1200's on my 55...think that'll be enough? i'm not sure..thought it would be at first but...never hurts to ask...
~Rocco~
 
krusk

krusk

Member
MaxiJet is one of the best power head out there.
When I setting up my new large tank, I don't like the look of power cord all over tank.
1 or 2 power cord is ok but more do not look very good.
If I was planning doing your 240 G tank get something like MagDrive 1 -2 of them and attach with Oscillator/Rotator/Pulser.
It's a bit expensive but it will give you the pleasant view.
 
wrassecal

wrassecal

Active Member
RoGeTA 2 1200's will be plenty for a 55 IMO. Ever since I upgraded the one 1200 I have along with a 600, I have a Bubbletip that can't find a comfy spot wihout too much current. I've had to mess with the rock and the ph to get some lower current areas.
 
avatar50

avatar50

Member
Thx Guy :)
well cuz i found a web site that is selling those Maxi-jet for 19.95 for the 1200 onse and 2 for only 35 dollars that is why i was asking about how good they are :)
AND THANKS FOR ALL THE GREAT TIPS :)
 
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ivyspig

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what was that site you found them at, if you don't mind sharing?
 
beth

beth

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Staff member
Maxi-jets are darn good pumps. Lightweight, small and unobtrusive, noiseless, versatile. I actually have 6 in my 72gal! However, I am running a natural filtration system, and these PHs are my only sources for circulation in the tank.
The 1200 is the highest gph, and it gives you a nice thrust of water stream, but it is not the most powerful. You will either need to place several throughout tank, have alternative water movement going in addition to these, or get more powerful PHs.
The 2 for $35 is a deal at that site, but the charge for just 1 pump is not a bargain. Shop around.
 
jlem

jlem

Active Member
Does anyone use the powersweeps. I am going to replace my reo's with maxijets and was maybe going to use 1 powersweep in place of one of the maxi jets.
 
krusk

krusk

Member
replacing the RIO with the MaxiJet is a great idea.
Use 1 of the PowerSweep is a bad idea.
stay away from it if you could. I have one PowerCheap sitting on my deck.
 
avatar50

avatar50

Member
ok this is what i have a Little Giant return the water from my sump
the pump is around 1200 gph, and i will add 2 maxi-jet 1200 well that be good ? or do i need more flow for my tank
my tank is 240g
 
krusk

krusk

Member
what is the head presure at 4' for Little Giant pump?
Most of pply prefered 10-15 x the tank volume for a reef tank.
240 G = 2400 GPH - 3600 GPH
what do you want to keep?
if it is a fish only tank, that shouldn't be a problem
 
avatar50

avatar50

Member
if i go with MagDrive 18 do i just need one or do i need more to make a good flow for reef tank? and how Oscillator Rotator Pulser do i need ? and where should i place them at ?
 
orion26

orion26

New Member
MaxiJet is the best powerhead out there. I have 3 1200's that are about 1 year old. I have not done maint. on them and they still work perfectly, even though they are connected to a Wavemaster.
Ryan
 
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