I want to add a small powerhead to my 55g display tank. Mostly, I want it just to create movement along the back/bottom of the tank behind the live rock. It's hard to "vacuum" back there, and probably is a cesspool by now... I don't expect wave action, and I don't want to pay a lot.
Hopefully too, it is something I can buy locally? I know you can't answer that last part, but I just mean "standard brand" stuff. Koralia Nano? Tunze NanoStream? Better choices?
I would say your best value would be an Evolutions 750 for that size tank. I have two Evcolutions Nano 425's in a 16G nano and they are pretty lame even in a tank that small.
Big Al's Online had all their Evolutions for half price recently, I bought two 1100's for $32 apiece but not sure if the yare still on sale or not. Worth checking out though for that price savings as they were over $70 ea. locally.
I personally prefer the tunze power heads over the korila line. They take a lot less room and create good flow. The 6025 does a nice job and is priced well. Most LFS will match online prices or will come close . The nice thing about a LFS is they back what they sell and won't just give you the manufactures phone number. Here's a link.
Hydor Koralia Evolutions have a two year guarantee and their customer service is excellent. I have never heard of anyone being asked to show proof of ownership. For the price and the guarantee you can't beat them.
Tunze Nanostreams are a great product but a lot more expensive, now you are getting in the MP-10 territory.
Hydor Koralia Evolutions have a two year guarantee and their customer service is excellent. I have never heard of anyone being asked to show proof of ownership. For the price and the guarantee you can't beat them.
Tunze Nanostreams are a great product but a lot more expensive, now you are getting in the MP-10 territory.
At a LFS I agree an online vender will simply tell you to call them. The 6025 is only 65 bucks roughly!, MP10 is close to 300. But they are well worth the money!
Great stuff, folks. I knew I could get a spirited debate on this one. So, one thing I had not considered was the fact that I need this to push water most of 36" across the back of the tank. Equals more power than I first thought.
Can anyone tell me how much temp rise I might see from these? I seem to struggle with heat already as I have a closed top tank...
And yes, as much as is humanly possible, I try to buy locally. Even when the price isn't matched...
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