Week 9: Why flow is vital for a successful reef tank | 52 Weeks of Reefing #BRS160
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http://brs.li/BRS160_Week9lp Today we will talk about why proper flow is important; give a solid overview of most the pump options out there including ac powerheads, wave makers, DC powerheads, Gyres and external closed loops. We will also hit on all the features of the most popular brands like Tunze powerheads, Vortech MP10, Vortech MP40 and the Vectra l1. Proper ongoing maintenance for your pumps and finish with the flow solution we selected for the BRS 160. Water flow is one of the more important elements of a reef tank. Water movement promotes gas exchange which increases oxygen, decreases carbon dioxide and helps maintain the pH of the tank. Proper water flow also plays an important role in biological function within the coral. Good flow will keep the coral’s tissue surrounded with oxygen rich water, calcium and alkalinity which promotes proper respiration and calcification. Ecotech MP10 and Ecotech MP 40 powerheads have been a staple in reefing for almost a decade now. Water flow also serves as the mechanism which corals use to pump and circulate fluids, nutrients, important elements and waste within the coral by constantly pushing on the corals soft tissue with irregular patterns. Strong flow is also believed to be closely related to preventing coral bleaching by helping the coral rid itself of the toxic oxygen radicals which can be produced with long intense lighting periods like those found in many reef aquariums. These days flow is almost always provided with a powerhead of some type which is just a small efficient pump that uses an impeller or propeller to shoot high velocity water out the front. This type of pump is generally really easy to install and consumes very little power for the amount of flow it creates. AC power heads are the most popular simply because they are the most affordable. There are three major brands which all have different advantages: Tunze, Hydor, and Sicce. When more control over flow and efficiency is desired, DC powerheads will be your best bet. DC pumps are not only capable of always starting in the correct direction every time but they also can slowly and evenly ramp up and down from zero gallons to thousands of gallons an hour. This also opens the pumps up to some really unique designs. Tunze, VorTech, Neptune, and Maxspect all offer controllable DC pumps. *Legal Stuff* The purpose and content of this video is to provide general information regarding the products and their applications as presented in the video. Aquatic sales solutions, inc. And its officers, directors, employees and agents disclaim all express or implied warranties, in any way, related to the products and their application as presented in this video, make no representation or warranty regarding the products and the application as presented in this video and shall not be liable for any direct or indirect losses or damages of any type, including but not limited to punitive damages, or from personal injury or death resulting from or in any manner related to the video, and the products in and contents of the video. The viewer expressly agrees that aquatic sales solutions, inc. And its officers, directors, employees and agents shall not be liable for any damages or losses related to the products in and content of the video and hereby agrees to hold the foregoing harmless from any such losses or damages.
10. comment for Week 9: Why flow is vital for a successful reef tank | 52 Weeks of Reefing #BRS160
Thank you!!!
and thank you for getting back so quick!
thanks guys
whats better, surge/gyre? or wave/pulse?
i know at the end of the day that as long as theres good flow going threw the corals is good enough but i have a mixed reef. 1/3 leathers 1/3 lps and 1/3 sps. so i would love know what you guys at BRS prefer and why. please let me know.
20. comment for Week 9: Why flow is vital for a successful reef tank | 52 Weeks of Reefing #BRS160
Super great series btw, I'd say a must watch for anyone thinking about getting into the hobby. Even if some of the equipment/methods might be a little complicated or overkill for a beginner, it's always good to know that these technology/methods are out there.
30. comment for Week 9: Why flow is vital for a successful reef tank | 52 Weeks of Reefing #BRS160
https://youtu.be/mybx3gtrlwM
Is there a difference between the Jebao rw-4 and the Jebao pp-4 wave maker and if so what is it.
I just fell in love with tanks and salt water a month ago but fell hard. It's helping me get over anxiety and depression
50. comment for Week 9: Why flow is vital for a successful reef tank | 52 Weeks of Reefing #BRS160
Thanks in advance :)
I guess I will then go with 4 pumps, sine the tank is fairly big :)
http://www.bulkreefsupply.com/aquarium-lighting/aquarium-led-lighting/rapidled.html
My choice would be something controllable like the Nanostream 6040 from Tunze:
http://www.bulkreefsupply.com/tunze-turbelle-nanostream-6040.html
At Brs we are all about making reefing fun, simple and affordable . you can see that riddled throughout our unique product line. In this case we were not satisfied with the quality of safety standards and we think it would be irresponsible to sell them to people's families.
I GREATLY appreciate the way he projects passion in these videos.
http://www.bulkreefsupply.com/tunze-turbelle-nanostream-6040.html
Sumps and skimmers aren't necessary, but they sure do make maintenance much simpler!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1rER7e7zTxU
:)
One thing that is great about the process is that BRS has such a fantastic assortment of products, almost to the point of being overwhelming to some. But the product/category filter is so fine tuned that you don't even have to get lost in the product until you narrow down your options using the excellent category filter. The education you get on this site coupled with their honest and unbiased opinion can make even the harshest skeptic a fan-boy. :) Great job, guys. And tell your IT guys they're doing a great job on the site's layout and user interface. The newest iteration is very good indeed. (sheesh I rambled a lot)
100. comment for Week 9: Why flow is vital for a successful reef tank | 52 Weeks of Reefing #BRS160
I have 2 setup, 1 on both ends of my 100gallon 5' tank. I don't have the deflector mounted on either one of them, just have them pointed up towards the surface. They are setup on an alternating mode creating a wave in the tank (got that idea from Rodger at Tunze). This setup creates a nice back and forth motion in the tank, especially in the center where I have my 'sea anemone island' setup.
(I also use 2 Tunze DC return pumps set at a total of about 500 gallons or return water.)
Does this seem like it would provide enough flow in the tank?
I love these videos!
best reff chanel right here right now!
While I'd like to try some other options, the fact that Vortech is the only (to my knowledge) cordless option makes it simply not possible in my personal tank
The cavitation you are seeing there was because the Gyre was mounted up near the surface. If we moved it down a bit further you wouldn't likely see that from them :)