how much gph do i need in my Saltwater aquarium?

Discussion in 'Saltwater Aquarium Filter' started by melovefish, Dec 15, 2012.

  1. melovefishValued MemberMember

    I have a 55 gallon aquarium and I was wondering how much flow rate my powerhead should have. Its a fish only tank so i dont have to worry about corals. Also i was wondering how i should angle them. thanks!
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  2. AquaristFishlore LegendMember

    Good morning,

    Hopefully you will receive some responses today. :)

    Ken
     
    Dec 16, 2012
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  3. ryanrModeratorModerator Member

    Hi,
    Post #3 in the following thread covers flow rates for various SW setups https://www.fishlore.com/fishforum/...inging-nature-home-researching-equipment.html

    It kind of depends on how your system is setup.... sump? skimmer? but you want to aim for a total minimum flow of 10x (550GPH) in a FO/FOWLR.

    Positioning depends on how many power heads you use. If just one, then point toward a wall so that it bounces off the wall to create some turbulence. If you have two (recommended), point them toward each other to bounce into each other and create turbulence.
     
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