wtb power head

[laurabolyard]

I have a pre-drilled 55gl w/overflow. Just bought some sps and GUESS I need more flow. Looking for a powerhead!!
Laura

[lReef lKeeper]

for the money ... i really love my Hydor Koralia powerheads.

[Amphibious]

Laura,

I too, am a big fan of the Koralia. They move a lot of water, use little energy and directionally adjustable. You can check them out on my web site - Koralia Pumps (http://www.theculturedreef.com/koralia.htm) price includes shipping.

If you have any questions call me.

Dick

[PhotoJohn]

I like the Hydor Koralias as well

[Phurst]

Love mine too! can't be beat for the money!

[laurabolyard]

I knew that I would get some great advice! I am going to check them out! How can I be sure I NEED more flow? Is just the fact that I recently purchased a couple small SPS enough reason to need a power head?

[lReef lKeeper]

SPS need flow. you want to see the polyps swaying in the current. i would run 2 number 2s or 3s. one on each back corner of the tank and aimed at the center of the front glass.

[laurabolyard]

Im glad that you mentioned where to aim them, that would have been my next question! Will my adjustable water return 'arm' (No idea what to call it!) serve as one if I aim it toward the glass, then I may need just one? Or do I still need 2?

[Amphibious]

Im glad that you mentioned where to aim them, that would have been my next question! Will my adjustable water return 'arm' (No idea what to call it!) serve as one if I aim it toward the glass, then I may need just one? Or do I still need 2?
Hmmm, well, I would call it an adjustable water return arm. :unsure:

Why don't you buy one and try it and if that isn't suitable (You'll know) get a second.

Dick

[lReef lKeeper]

yeah, better to order 1 and try it than waste money on 2 if you do not need them.

[Amphibious]

If I may recommend a size, I'd go with the Koralia #3 at 850 gph. It may seem a bit much but the flow is much different than from a normal power head with a 1/2" outlet, which shoots the water in a forcible stream in order to move that much water. The Koralia has a very large opening in comparison and is capable of moving it's water over a wider area creating a broader stream.

Dick

[lReef lKeeper]

i agree, with just 1 ... go with a #3. i personally like the water deflector that comes with them now. and Hydor has some great customer service. i bought mine BEFORE the deflector was added to them, i emailed Hydor and i had 2 new ones (deflectors) in my mailbox 2 days later !! i now have 2 more #4s on the way (cuz i am going to be upgrading tanks soon).

[laurabolyard]

Hmmm:up: It may be shopping time! I appreciate it!