powerhead

[steve r]

i have another of my now daily questions.

i have an aquaclear 802 powerhead. can use it on the outside of the tank and run pick up and return hoses back to the tank. i was thinking of just turning it around and hanging it on the back and making a couple of small elbows. i though this might clean up the look of the tank a little. do they need to be in the water to stay cool?

one other quick question. i would like to add a small power head like a 301 to turn on for an hour or so 2 - 4 times a day. is there a pump that can withstand turning on and off better than others. what is everyones favorite power head placements and cycles?

thanks for my daily does of saltwater knowledge
steve r

 

[klam]

Most powerheads are required to be submerged underwater. The instructions or package should mention something.

 

[steve r]

i thought that might be the case.
i will just have to be creative with rock placement

thanks
steve

 

[got bait?]

most people like the Maxi Jet power heads. Cheap and dependable. MAG pumps are a nice bigger pump as well, these can be used both internally and externally.
Just make sure you have enough head height.