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[Big Tex]

i have a 55gal freshwater aquarium with cichlids, i have an emperor 400 marineland filter and i would like a marineland ph to match or any brand really, thanks in advance guys!

 

[dmolavi]

I have a Marineland Maxi-Jet 400 and honestly am not that impressed. I didn't buy it for my main tank, though; I use it as a circulation pump in my saltwater mixing bucket. For pure utility, yes, it works. But it's big, and a helluva lot noisier than my Koralia Nano 425s that I have in my tank.

 

[Big Tex]

I have a Marineland Maxi-Jet 400 and honestly am not that impressed. I didn't buy it for my main tank, though; I use it as a circulation pump in my saltwater mixing bucket. For pure utility, yes, it works. But it's big, and a helluva lot noisier than my Koralia Nano 425s that I have in my tank.

really? i kinda saw that coming, when i first saw one, i thought to myself holy crap this is tiny! i still dont know the rule of thumb on GPH rating versus tank size.. anyone..?

 

[erikmoseley]

I use 2 of the aqueon 500 pumps one at each end and angled downward one towards front and one towards back and they keep a good current and don't let anything settle on my sand. Had the 950 and its a monster. Too much flow. They're not huge but not small and are silent and easy to clean. Here's their site. Can get at any chain store. In pic u can see them

http://www.aqueonproducts.com/products/circulation-pumps.htm.

 

[Big Tex]

I use 2 of the aqueon 500 pumps one at each end and angled downward one towards front and one towards back and they keep a good current and don't let anything settle on my sand. Had the 950 and its a monster. Too much flow. They're not huge but not small and are silent and easy to clean. Here's their site. Can get at any chain store. In pic u can see them

http://www.aqueonproducts.com/products/circulation-pumps.htm.

but what kind of filter system are you using..?

 

[erikmoseley]

Canister. Ohhhh are you looking to use w an under gravel? If so what substrate and what sort of fish?

 

[Big Tex]

Canister. Ohhhh are you looking to use w an under gravel? If so what substrate and what sort of fish?

no i have an marineland emperor 400 hob filter, its on the right side of the tank with good circulation, but my left side is very still, so im looking for a good ph im looking into the hydor koralia 750, anyone wanna chime in, any experience with these..?

 

[dmolavi]

I love my 425s, and will be adding a 550 to my FW tank (which has 2 penguin 200 HOBs).

 

[Big Tex]

I love my 425s, and will be adding a 550 to my FW tank (which has 2 penguin 200 HOBs).

425 what..? were getting a little off topic guys lol i want a good ph for my tank and where should i put it in the tank and where should it be pointed..?

 

[dmolavi]

425 what..? were getting a little off topic guys lol i want a good ph for my tank and where should i put it in the tank and where should it be pointed..?

Koralia 425...the little brother of the one you mentioned.

 

[Big Tex]

Koralia 425...the little brother of the one you mentioned.

so what do you think..? will the 750 be too much for the 55gal and cichlids..? or will a 550 be enough..?

 

[Tacoeater]

I'm running a Koralia 750 in my 60g along with a Fluval 406 and a AC 110 and its perfect. Keeps the sand pretty clear. Easy to adjust where you want the pressure to go.

 

[Big Tex]

I'm running a Koralia 750 in my 60g along with a Fluval 406 and a AC 110 and its perfect. Keeps the sand pretty clear. Easy to adjust where you want the pressure to go.

Where should I face it and where should I put it in the tank..?

 

[The boring name]

If you wanted movement I would face it upwards if possible and have it on left side I have a spray bar small hob and big hob so I don't have any dead spots

 

[Big Tex]

If you wanted movement I would face it upwards if possible and have it on left side I have a spray bar small hob and big hob so I don't have any dead spots

Way ahead of you bro lol it's been pumping for a while now, my sand is spotless, and fish are happy

 

[The boring name]

Well little to late ha just saw your comment sittin there couldn't resist good to know tho