Install PH

[kais]

Hi all,

I'm thinking of installing a PowerHead (MaxiJet1200) at the bottom layer of LR. This is for better water circulation and prevent of NO3 buildups.

Any comments or advice...

Thks,

kais

[CKS]

what do u use for substrate?

and what do u use for filter?

[kais]

Intend to raise DSB to 4", currently running a sump (IOS).

[CKS]

em.. DSB in the sump or display?

IOS ? Instant Ocean salt?

depending on the gain size .. 4" is the minimum

assuming u've DSB in the sump and u r disturbed by the sight of detritus.. given enough time, pods & spaghetti worms would clean them up, disturbing the sandbed would be detrimental to sandbed critters

[Tanzy]

The maxijet will be able to move even #3 sand directly in front of it and on the opposite side near the glass where the current is deflected. It's not feasible to fit a PH to remove detritus because it will stir the substrate too. Indirect current is prefered.

[kais]

I'm currently having a 1" DSB. How many packet of #1 sand is needed to get a height of 4".

[CKS]

Try the sandbed calculator @ http://reefcentral.com/calc/

[Valleyman]

The maxijet will be able to move even #3 sand directly in front of it and on the opposite side near the glass where the current is deflected. It's not feasible to fit a PH to remove detritus because it will stir the substrate too. Indirect current is prefered.

Tanzy,

What about reeftec ? Thinking of having one for my 4 2 2 as currently do not have any PH (other than the sump return outlet)to create current.

[Tanzy]

Go for it! Get 2 reeftecs! You won't regret it, unless you compare aesthetics to a Tunze Stream.

[kais]

Hi Tanzy,

ReefTec available on the market or DIY.

[Tanzy]

Ask AT, he uses Reeftecs.

[boxfish]

Where to get ReefTec? How much?