closed loop or koralia
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this early in the game I wouldn't let the initial cost be the deciding factor. I'm a huge fan of Power Heads but I've not attempted a Closed Loop system yet. The Closed Loop has some big pluses but the complexity and "finality" of it don't entice me to try it. It's so easy to move your power heads around to re-diect (Tweak) flow. With closed loop you could be limited.
I'm for Power Heads. I have a 2x Nano Koralia and 1x #1 in my 10g tank.
I'm for Power Heads. I have a 2x Nano Koralia and 1x #1 in my 10g tank.
Jeremy0322
Active Member
Im with Al, I like the idea of powerheads better. I ALSO LOVE Hydro Koralia powerheads, so that is my vote!
Closed loops are fine, but they will not provide you with as much flow as the Koralias will. Plus, the Koralias are a lot easier to maintain.
While Koralias are fine especially in a smaller tank, IMHO they don't hold a candle to Tunze Streams, so I voted other. Of course the Streams are about 10 times the price by the time you get a controller. They are also far more than you need for a 29.
BTW, a SCWD has a terrible reputation for reliability. They are noted for failing, and they are not easily repaired or cleaned. Avoid them.
While Koralias are fine especially in a smaller tank, IMHO they don't hold a candle to Tunze Streams, so I voted other. Of course the Streams are about 10 times the price by the time you get a controller. They are also far more than you need for a 29.
BTW, a SCWD has a terrible reputation for reliability. They are noted for failing, and they are not easily repaired or cleaned. Avoid them.
i'm in the same boat with a 40B i'm planning.
I finally decided on the koralia's over the CL.
I dunno, reaching behind the tank to shut valves, wrestle with unions and try to wriggle the pump out for maintenance seems to be a lot more work and more hassle.
Altho a CL has a clean, neat, clutter free display it seems thats the only benefit I can think of.
I finally decided on the koralia's over the CL.
I dunno, reaching behind the tank to shut valves, wrestle with unions and try to wriggle the pump out for maintenance seems to be a lot more work and more hassle.
Altho a CL has a clean, neat, clutter free display it seems thats the only benefit I can think of.
Adam Black
Member
Here's a few of a 30g tank. It looks great without powerheads...
scatty 30 - CVR Forums!
And another...
Scattys 30L growth thread - CVR Forums!
scatty 30 - CVR Forums!
And another...
Scattys 30L growth thread - CVR Forums!
BentMyWookie
Member
I just set up a 25 gallon and used one koralias 1 on one side and one DIY modded MJ 600 on the other side. I put the MJ on a JBJ wave timer that cycles on and off every min. I didnt put the hydor on the wave timer because the impeller has a horrible shudder when turned on. The diy modded MJ is nice because it has 2 different directions of flow depending which way the impeller spins, so with it on the timer I get a ton of different flow directions from just 2 phs. (you just have to position the MJ carefully so you dont get any sandstorms or water coming over the top of the tank)
I love the Hydor because it runs absolutely silent, I just wish the Hydor wave timmer was more affordable. Im sure you will be satisfied with them
The MJ definetly makes a little noise but is tolerable. I dunno why the maxijet doesnt come in black and cobalt blue to blend in with the background.
I love the Hydor because it runs absolutely silent, I just wish the Hydor wave timmer was more affordable. Im sure you will be satisfied with them
The MJ definetly makes a little noise but is tolerable. I dunno why the maxijet doesnt come in black and cobalt blue to blend in with the background.
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I voted other not knowing the size of the tank. When I do my next tank it will be drilled with the Oceans Motion hooked up. I have a closed loop now on my 120 that gives me 3000 gallons ph alone. Then I have the Koralia 4's in the frag tank. I hate the size of the power heads and the way they build up junk from the water. I need to clean them once a week at least. I will say though that the flow is incredible from them.
On a 29 gallon though I would either drill it or go Tunze. Much smaller then the koralia.
On a 29 gallon though I would either drill it or go Tunze. Much smaller then the koralia.
tigerarmy90
Member
closed loop! I have mine setup with a dart and 4 way and I get so much flow that it was pushing water over the top of the tank...I also am a big fan of not seeing any pumps or wires in or hanging from the tank.
