First Rotating Output Powerhead....worth it?

32Bit_Fish · 01-03-2007, 10:38 PM

http://www.drsfostersmith.com/Produc...&N=2004+113040

Do anyone use one of these powerhead? I think the logic is correct, but not sure if I really need one cuz I already have one AquaClear powerhead..

prow · 01-03-2007, 10:46 PM

those get clogged and stop working pretty quickly in a reef tank. if your looking to create some rondom flow this is good. http://www.drsfostersmith.com/Produc...&N=2004+113782. they have a pkg deal deal with some MJ's.

180gallonreef · 01-03-2007, 10:50 PM

if you are interested in changing the flow in your tank go to www.oceansmotions.com and check out their revolutions units and 2,4 and 8 way diverters....they are awesome use one on my tank, saw an immediate change in health of all things in tank, massive waterflow capabilities.

32Bit_Fish · 01-03-2007, 11:23 PM

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Originally Posted by prow

those get clogged and stop working pretty quickly in a reef tank. if your looking to create some rondom flow this is good. http://www.drsfostersmith.com/Produc...&N=2004+113782. they have a pkg deal deal with some MJ's.

I need to have THREE powerheads in order to make this work.. I have a 20g tank. So I dont think this will work in my case.

Thanks for the link.

32Bit_Fish · 01-03-2007, 11:27 PM

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Originally Posted by 180gallonreef

if you are interested in changing the flow in your tank go to www.oceansmotions.com and check out their revolutions units and 2,4 and 8 way diverters....they are awesome use one on my tank, saw an immediate change in health of all things in tank, massive waterflow capabilities.

wow, nice gadget.. No wonder I see most reef tank has two or more powerheads..

prow · 01-03-2007, 11:31 PM

you dont need to run 3 powerheads you just can.

those oceansmotions look cool. but wow $$$$$

32Bit_Fish · 01-03-2007, 11:36 PM

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Originally Posted by prow

you dont need to run 3 powerheads you just can.

those oceansmotions look cool. but wow $$$$$

But I've seen a lot of tanks out there have two powerheads and they are blowing the water to different directions.

My fish tank is too small to have two powerheads I think.

billyr98 · 01-04-2007, 12:03 AM

the powersweep was an awesome idea.. But the do stop overtime... I run a sea-swirl for my return pump this is another way to get some motion...

Sea Swirl

180gallonreef · 01-04-2007, 01:02 AM

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Originally Posted by prow

you dont need to run 3 powerheads you just can.

those oceansmotions look cool. but wow $$$$$

yeah kind of pricy but worth it in my book, i am kind of picky about piping in the tank and having cords run everywhere, think the look of the revolutions that they offer are very clean. here are my pics.

180gallonreef · 01-04-2007, 01:10 AM

there is another product that i have found do not know price but it is at www.wavysea.com

reefjitsu · 01-04-2007, 03:33 AM

I have a powersweep that I bought some years ago when they first came out. It is completely coraline encrusted, but it still "sweeps" back and forth. It sticks every once in awhile, but I have found that a gentle nudge usually sets it to moving again. My biggest complaint about it is that it just doesn't seem to have much power for the size, that is why I never bought anymore.

Kensn · 01-04-2007, 03:52 AM

I agree that a couple of Sea Swirls http://www.sea-swirl.com/ would also make nice random current. 1 in each corner of the tank, each plumbed to a powerful enough powerhead would give a nice random sweeping effect. The 1/2" models should be plenty for your application, and I have found them to be very dependable.

mempho reefer · 01-04-2007, 09:00 AM

Check this out:http://www.drsfostersmith.com/product/prod_display.cfm?pcatid=11363&Ntt=hydor%20flo&Ntk= All&Ntx=mode+matchallpartial&Np=1&pc=1&N=0&Nty=1

I also considered the powersweep but most of the reviews I found on the product were negative. I run two of Hydor Flos on Maxi J

et 1200s in a 36g. I've been using them for about two years and am thoroughly pleased. They do limit powerhead output to some degree and also require cleaning every couple of months. But, they are cost effective and do a great job of alternating flow in my tank. I highly reccomend them.

MarbleShark · 01-04-2007, 09:50 AM

I was given the advice recently of simply putting a couple of Hydor Flos on my return heads and running a "Squib" from my return pumps which would simulate some waves and not add electricity to my tank or any heat from the powerheads being in the tank.

Opinions?

mempho reefer · 01-04-2007, 09:56 AM

I think your tank is much bigger than mine Marble so I'm not sure how it would work for you. But the Hydor Flo really works well for me and my tank. By the way I still owe you a hang on fuge. Do you still need it? If so, PM and let me know.

01-03-2007, 10:38 PM	#1 (permalink)
32Bit_Fish Sea Pen Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: New York City Posts: 345 View Gallery Karma Komment	First Rotating Output Powerhead....worth it? http://www.drsfostersmith.com/Produc...&N=2004+113040 Do anyone use one of these powerhead? I think the logic is correct, but not sure if I really need one cuz I already have one AquaClear powerhead..

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prow Tridacna maxima Join Date: May 2005 Location: Redondo Beach, CA Posts: 4,375 View Gallery Karma Komment Add yours!	Re: First Rotating Output Powerhead....worth it? those get clogged and stop working pretty quickly in a reef tank. if your looking to create some rondom flow this is good. http://www.drsfostersmith.com/Produc...&N=2004+113782. they have a pkg deal deal with some MJ's.

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180gallonreef Bryozoan Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Colorado Posts: 41 View Gallery Karma Komment	Re: First Rotating Output Powerhead....worth it? if you are interested in changing the flow in your tank go to www.oceansmotions.com and check out their revolutions units and 2,4 and 8 way diverters....they are awesome use one on my tank, saw an immediate change in health of all things in tank, massive waterflow capabilities. __________________ -180 Gallon AGA MEGAFLOW -DIY Solid oak stand canopy and accesory cabinet -1-250watt 14.5 megachrome double end MH -1-250watt 20k megachrome double end MH -4-96 watt compacts(2 actinic-2 sunlight/actinic) -70 Gallon DIY acrylic sump with Chaeto w/ litttle giant 4mdqxsc return pump -36" tall LIFEREEF skimmer/ little giant 4mdqxsc supply pump -4-way oceansmotions with REEFFLO dart 3500gph and 4 revolutions -200# mixed live rock / 250# sand (Soon to be a 360 gallon main display w/ return on one end to make it a room dividing tank and 180 gallon refug/sump)

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prow Tridacna maxima Join Date: May 2005 Location: Redondo Beach, CA Posts: 4,375 View Gallery Karma Komment Add yours!	Re: First Rotating Output Powerhead....worth it? you dont need to run 3 powerheads you just can. those oceansmotions look cool. but wow $$$$$

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billyr98 Reefing Addict Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Cherry Hill, NJ Posts: 5,400 View Gallery Karma Komment Add yours!	Re: First Rotating Output Powerhead....worth it? the powersweep was an awesome idea.. But the do stop overtime... I run a sea-swirl for my return pump this is another way to get some motion... Sea Swirl __________________ Billyr98 -=NJRC Treasurer=- My 450g Reef Tank ~~~ Its HERE!!!

01-04-2007, 01:10 AM	#10 (permalink)
180gallonreef Bryozoan Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Colorado Posts: 41 View Gallery Karma Komment	Re: First Rotating Output Powerhead....worth it? there is another product that i have found do not know price but it is at www.wavysea.com __________________ -180 Gallon AGA MEGAFLOW -DIY Solid oak stand canopy and accesory cabinet -1-250watt 14.5 megachrome double end MH -1-250watt 20k megachrome double end MH -4-96 watt compacts(2 actinic-2 sunlight/actinic) -70 Gallon DIY acrylic sump with Chaeto w/ litttle giant 4mdqxsc return pump -36" tall LIFEREEF skimmer/ little giant 4mdqxsc supply pump -4-way oceansmotions with REEFFLO dart 3500gph and 4 revolutions -200# mixed live rock / 250# sand (Soon to be a 360 gallon main display w/ return on one end to make it a room dividing tank and 180 gallon refug/sump)

01-04-2007, 03:33 AM	#11 (permalink)
reefjitsu Plate Coral Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: The Magic City Posts: 751 View Gallery Karma Komment	Re: First Rotating Output Powerhead....worth it? I have a powersweep that I bought some years ago when they first came out. It is completely coraline encrusted, but it still "sweeps" back and forth. It sticks every once in awhile, but I have found that a gentle nudge usually sets it to moving again. My biggest complaint about it is that it just doesn't seem to have much power for the size, that is why I never bought anymore. __________________ You can't give up hope just because it's hopeless. You got to keep on hoping and cover your ears and go "blah blah blah blah"- Futurama

01-04-2007, 03:52 AM	#12 (permalink)
Kensn Reef Lobster Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Auburn Wa. Posts: 1,252 View Gallery Karma Komment	Re: First Rotating Output Powerhead....worth it? I agree that a couple of Sea Swirls http://www.sea-swirl.com/ would also make nice random current. 1 in each corner of the tank, each plumbed to a powerful enough powerhead would give a nice random sweeping effect. The 1/2" models should be plenty for your application, and I have found them to be very dependable. __________________ Ken When the ebbing tide retreats Along the rocky shoreline It leaves a trail of tidal pools In a short-lived galaxy Rush

01-04-2007, 09:00 AM	#13 (permalink)
mempho reefer Pistol Shrimp Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Memphis Posts: 249 View Gallery Karma Komment	Re: First Rotating Output Powerhead....worth it? Check this out:http://www.drsfostersmith.com/product/prod_display.cfm?pcatid=11363&Ntt=hydor%20flo&Ntk= All&Ntx=mode+matchallpartial&Np=1&pc=1&N=0&Nty=1 I also considered the powersweep but most of the reviews I found on the product were negative. I run two of Hydor Flos on Maxi J et 1200s in a 36g. I've been using them for about two years and am thoroughly pleased. They do limit powerhead output to some degree and also require cleaning every couple of months. But, they are cost effective and do a great job of alternating flow in my tank. I highly reccomend them.

01-04-2007, 09:50 AM	#14 (permalink)
MarbleShark Torch coral Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Tampa, FL Posts: 543 View Gallery Karma Komment	Re: First Rotating Output Powerhead....worth it? I was given the advice recently of simply putting a couple of Hydor Flos on my return heads and running a "Squib" from my return pumps which would simulate some waves and not add electricity to my tank or any heat from the powerheads being in the tank. Opinions? __________________ Norm

01-04-2007, 09:56 AM	#15 (permalink)
mempho reefer Pistol Shrimp Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Memphis Posts: 249 View Gallery Karma Komment	Re: First Rotating Output Powerhead....worth it? I think your tank is much bigger than mine Marble so I'm not sure how it would work for you. But the Hydor Flo really works well for me and my tank. By the way I still owe you a hang on fuge. Do you still need it? If so, PM and let me know.

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