what constitutes a nano

[carlosmh]

whats the largest and smallest sizes that constitute a nano reef

[JayBeDriften]

Hello Carlosmh, I would personally say that anything under 29 gallons of total water capacity is the definition of a nano aquarium.

[JustDavidP]

I used to think "Less than 20", but I guess things have changed...I'm an old man ;)

Nano reef - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nano_reef)

Dave

[fat walrus]

I used to think "Less than 20", but I guess things have changed...I'm an old man ;) Dave

[Rob]

yes, the definitions is a bit loose, but here is what i follow

29 or larger = regular tank
5 - 29 = Nano
>1 - 5 = Pico

again, these are not "in stone" just what i reference.. :)

[3vilPuffin]

When you say to 29g is that including sump/fuge?(ie. whole system)

[JayBeDriften]

In my personal opinion I would say whole system but that open to interpretation.

[Rob]

well, by my standard if you have a 29 with out without you are not nano, if its smaller then i say its nano, i think there might be a 38 gallon standard tank, but its not that common, the next step down is a 20.

and i agree with, the whole system. many things that make nanos hard, or tricky is because of the small water volume, you increase that, and you stabilize things more.. can it still be a nano.. sure if you want to call it that, but i dont know if i would call it that..

really it doesn't matter, he lines between what's what's are really just peoples opinion, or interpretation, nothing more..

[fat walrus]

Actually the real rule is that if it is smaller than Fat Walrus's blubber gut (as defined by Veriann) it would be considered NANO. :shout:

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[3vilPuffin]

Actually the real rule is that if it is smaller than Fat Walrus's blubber gut (as defined by Veriann) it would be considered NANO. :shout:

:mrgreen:
where can i find one of the for a measuring tool.

but thats what i had thought "the whole system" was included and i agree thats the way it should be:up:

[CarmieJo]

Back in the old days (80's) my big tank was a 29 and my little one was a 20 long. :) I don't recall hearing the word nano back then. Of course there was a lot that wasn't known then. :D

[3vilPuffin]

hey i was born in the 80's

[CarmieJo]

So was my son! :) Like I said, the old days.

[JayBeDriften]

Since were on the discussion of Nano and Pico Aquariums what are everyones thoughts on the 24 gallon and 12 gallon Aquapods with HQI Metal Halide Lighting?

[V]

Im in need of a new Nano Blubber Guage, i just broke mine!;)

Nano's are inclusive in there approach of any and all attachments to constitute the total volume factor. I personally belive parameters that can swing majorly in hours, not days could be considered a nano. Although 50lt- 80lt to me would be what i consider a nano3. Below 50lt is a nano2, At 25lt-9lt a nano1
As for lighting in Jays question, if you where to use MH, a small pendant is the max id try to obtain, even thats overkill imo

[carlosmh]

I have been doing the saltwater experiment for about 5 years now, which is far less than some people in here. But my personal opinion when it comes to lighting scenerios is: flourecents hands down!!! I have had my 300g running on VHO's only, and havent lost any coral or anything else depending on lighting. And out of all actuallity, I was just using NO t-12's for 4 of those 5 years. The only reason I decided to upgrade to VHO's is because I got bored, and I was looking for a new project. I have an assortment of corals including sps, lps, and others. Its all about placement, and the actual cycle of light. 2 actinics in the morning, 2 20k's around 2hrs later, and then bam 2 10k's, and then moonlights. Of course its a 24hr process. once again this is my personal feelings and experience. I havent found anyone to scientifically prove one being better than the other.

[carlosmh]

lol, i have changed the whole topic from nano to lighting. But one more thing, I have decided to start a nano!! I will start a thread with pics from start to finish. But I cant do MH's! I dont want to boil anything, and I shure dont want to add more to my electric bill.

[Rob]

yes, MH on a nano must require very good care, as temps are a PITA to manage

[3vilPuffin]

does MH really matter if the depth isnt that deep cant you just use t5's and a good spectrum

[fat walrus]

Im in need of a new Nano Blubber Guage, i just broke mine!;)
Alright old chap. Lets just say that you are twice as nano as I am. :eek:

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