55 Gal Saltwater Help, Powerheads, Setup?
Hey Guys,
First post here just want to say that this has been a great resource in planning out a saltwater tank.
My first question is about water flow. In my 55 gallon I am planning on having 50lbs of live rock, 30-40lbs of live sand (not sure what I am going with yet), fluval 406, coralife 125 and an aquaclear 70 (and of course a basic jager 200w thermometer).
Do I need anything else as far as essential gear to start up the tank? I am planning on letting the live rock cure until the tank is done cycling and possibly a little longer just to be safe.
Do I need a powerhead for more circulation even if I am just doing a Fish and Live Rock tank?
If so should I get 2 powerheads (thinking the Hydor Koralia 750's)?
And also, anyone have any recommendations for live sand/live rock? I have heard mixed reviews on getting "Live" sand or rock. Some say there is no such thing online and others say some sites are great.
Thanks for your help in advance.
p.s. I know I am probably going to get yelled at for choosing canister over refugium but I a would rather upgrade to one down the road.
Hey Guys,
First post here just want to say that this has been a great resource in planning out a saltwater tank.
My first question is about water flow. In my 55 gallon I am planning on having 50lbs of live rock, 30-40lbs of live sand (not sure what I am going with yet), fluval 406, coralife 125 and an aquaclear 70 (and of course a basic jager 200w thermometer).
Do I need anything else as far as essential gear to start up the tank? I am planning on letting the live rock cure until the tank is done cycling and possibly a little longer just to be safe.
Do I need a powerhead for more circulation even if I am just doing a Fish and Live Rock tank?
If so should I get 2 powerheads (thinking the Hydor Koralia 750's)?
And also, anyone have any recommendations for live sand/live rock? I have heard mixed reviews on getting "Live" sand or rock. Some say there is no such thing online and others say some sites are great.
Thanks for your help in advance.
p.s. I know I am probably going to get yelled at for choosing canister over refugium but I a would rather upgrade to one down the road.