First Ever Sw 55 Us Gallon Tank

[weezawoo]

I don't know about vortechs but it is always adviseable to get 2 powerheads for alternating and better flow I believe

 

[Kerber13]

I don't know about vortechs but it is always adviseable to get 2 powerheads for alternating and better flow I believe

VorTech MP10w ES Propeller Pump
Flow: 200 to 1,575 gph
Wattage: 8 to 18 watts
Maximum Aquarium Wall Thickness: 3/8"
Appropriate Tank Size Range: 2-1/2 to 50 gallons
Dimensions: Wet Side-2-1/2" diameter by 1-1/2" long; Dry Side-2-1/2" diameter by 2" long

If i got 2 of those put one on either side would it be enough flow for softies and LPS?

 

[seffieuk]

250 litres x (at least) 20 = 5000

So, although this appears to be an appropriate flow rate for your size tank, Imo it isnt if you are only having one. The manufacturer is stating a 50 gallon tank, however they fail to mention if that is before the live rock is in or not! If you are having one, go for the bigger one, by the way a very good choice if you have the money

Ive seen the 10 working in a tank of approx 125 litres, it was perfect, but just think your tank is slightly too big

 

[Kerber13]

250 litres x (at least) 20 = 5000

So, although this appears to be an appropriate flow rate for your size tank, Imo it isnt if you are only having one. The manufacturer is stating a 50 gallon tank, however they fail to mention if that is before the live rock is in or not! If you are having one, go for the bigger one, by the way a very good choice if you have the money

Ive seen the 10 working in a tank of approx 125 litres, it was perfect, but just think your tank is slightly too big

So would 2 10's work or should I just go with a 40?

Regards, Kerber

 

[HappyGeorge]

My LFS had a 10 given him by Vortech to test and he was going to lend to me to try in my reef as I was thinking about a 10 instead of a 40 and moving the 40 to the FOWLR, but 1 x 10 would definitely not be enough. The 40 is great but would be interested if you went for 2 x 10's. The 10's have a lovely small footprint in the tank.

My problem is that the reef is next to my sofa so I wouldn't want a pump each end, the 40 is at the opposite end and muffled by the wall and some long curtains otherwise I would have considered 2 x 10's. Some nice options for flow patterns with 2 x 10 too.

 

[Kerber13]

My LFS had a 10 given him by Vortech to test and he was going to lend to me to try in my reef as I was thinking about a 10 instead of a 40 and moving the 40 to the FOWLR, but 1 x 10 would definitely not be enough. The 40 is great but would be interested if you went for 2 x 10's. The 10's have a lovely small footprint in the tank.

My problem is that the reef is next to my sofa so I wouldn't want a pump each end, the 40 is at the opposite end and muffled by the wall and some long curtains otherwise I would have considered 2 x 10's. Some nice options for flow patterns with 2 x 10 too.

I really like having my tank symmetrical x) so I would like the 2x10's but I dont want my coral flying off the rocks or not enough flow. This is my first SW tank and I want to get the best things for my tank even though they cost a lot. As long as my fish and corals are happy so am I. So if 2x10's would work then I'll get that I'm just worried there won't be enough flow. But I don't want too much flow my corals won't be happy.

Regards, Kerber

 

[Kerber13]

What corals could i keep with this light?
http/www.thatpetplace.com/pet/prod/204900/i/7/product.web
compared to this:
http/www.fosterandsmithaquatics.com/product/prod_display.cfm?pcatid=18700
Regards, Kerber


Thanks to Steph for answering my question on the lights in the chat!
I will be going for the second one. Time to do research on clams

 

[Kerber13]

Well havent added many updates on here in awhile but big pic update as i got ATO unit, return pump, proflex sump, heater, auto top off pum[, skimmer, refractometer, and overflow box and out take. HAHA large pic update hopefully wednesday when everything comes. Still have a long way to go. i just have a couple questions i was wondering would it be better to get 50 pounds of LR or 75? getting a great price on either 1 also would this CUC work?

2 Peppermint Shrimp

2 Emerald Crabs

1 Arrow Crab

1 Skunk Cleaner Shrimp

8 Blue/Red/Halloween hermit crabs

6 Nassarius snails

5 cerith snails

4 turbo snails

1 tuxedo urchin

1 fighting conch

I really like arrow crabs i was able to hold one when i was snuba diving in the Bahamas yes SNUBA mix of scuba and snorkeling very fun...anyway i saw them at my LFS and i was immediately mystified hehe but i have read that some are total menaces but some are chill. Thoughts?

Regards, Kerber

 

[Kerber13]

Ok well i think SPS and Clams might be just a tad too tough for me so i was wondering would this fixture: http/www.fosterandsmithaquatics.com/product/prod_display.cfm?c=3578+3733+13822+22636&pcatid=22636#BVQAWidgetID be sufficient for softies and LPS?

 

[seffieuk]

Still have a long way to go. i just have a couple questions i was wondering would it be better to get 50 pounds of LR or 75? getting a great price on either

If your tank is 46 US gallons, then you want approx 20 kilos for your tank


1 also would this CUC work?

2 Peppermint Shrimp - fine

2 Emerald Crabs - just have one

1 Arrow Crab - forget this one

1 Skunk Cleaner Shrimp - fine

8 Blue/Red/Halloween hermit crabs - far too many, start off with a couple, you can always add more

6 Nassarius snails - fine, I would probably add 10 or 12

5 cerith snails - too many for a new tank

4 turbo snails - if the small ones, fine

1 tuxedo urchin - not until tank is a bit more established

1 fighting conch - fine, when more established

Ok well i think SPS and Clams might be just a tad too tough for me so i was wondering would this fixture: http/www.fosterandsmithaquatics.com/product/prod_display.cfm?c=3578+3733+13822+22636&pcatid=22636#BVQAWidgetID be sufficient for softies and LPS?

Yes, for most soft and lps such as euphyllia, however, can I suggest getting a unit with six tubes

 

[Kerber13]

Still have a long way to go. i just have a couple questions i was wondering would it be better to get 50 pounds of LR or 75? getting a great price on either

If your tank is 46 US gallons, then you want approx 20 kilos for your tank


1 also would this CUC work?

2 Peppermint Shrimp - fine

2 Emerald Crabs - just have one

1 Arrow Crab - forget this one

1 Skunk Cleaner Shrimp - fine

8 Blue/Red/Halloween hermit crabs - far too many, start off with a couple, you can always add more

6 Nassarius snails - fine, I would probably add 10 or 12

5 cerith snails - too many for a new tank

4 turbo snails - if the small ones, fine

1 tuxedo urchin - not until tank is a bit more established

1 fighting conch - fine, when more established

Ok well i think SPS and Clams might be just a tad too tough for me so i was wondering would this fixture: http/www.fosterandsmithaquatics.com/product/prod_display.cfm?c=3578+3733+13822+22636&pcatid=22636#BVQAWidgetID be sufficient for softies and LPS?

Yes, for most soft and lps such as euphyllia, however, can I suggest getting a unit with six tubes

Thanks for the reply. Its a standard 55 gal tank btw I'm not sure how to change the title of the journal. Anyway I'll look into 6 tube lights although I'm worried it would hang over the tank sides.

Regards, kerber

 

[seffieuk]

Its a standard 55 gal tank btw I'm not sure how to change the title of the journal. Anyway I'll look into 6 tube lights although I'm worried it would hang over the tank sides.

Regards, kerber

To change the title, go to the first post, press edit, go to near the bottom and you will find - full editor, click on that and bingo :goo:

a 55 US gallon would require approx 23/25 kilos

 

[Kerber13]

Its a standard 55 gal tank btw I'm not sure how to change the title of the journal. Anyway I'll look into 6 tube lights although I'm worried it would hang over the tank sides.

Regards, kerber

To change the title, go to the first post, press edit, go to near the bottom and you will find - full editor, click on that and bingo :goo:

a 55 US gallon would require approx 23/25 kilos

There we go. Thanks Seffie

Pics later today doin some work on the tank

Regards, Kerber

 

[Kerber13]

Well have not been on here in a long time so you all deserve an update on why that is. Unfortunately in the past Couple of months I have visited the E.R. twice. First, I was diagnosed with a heart condition called S.V. T. which basically means random bouts of rapid heart rate. (200+B.P.M.) which kept me off my game for a little while. Then I got back and started sophomore year in H.S. Which means the start of football season. So that brings us to the present. About 4 days ago I suffered a Concussion. So again I'm totally out of it told So now onto the tank I'm pleased to announce that it is indeed a fully closed system. the next purchases are the 2 MP-10s and the R0-DI unit the Lighting system and then I'll be set for the LR and the Sand so it will be up and running in hopefully no time. Again Sorry For Lack of Updates.



Regards, Kerber



P.S. I will be ordering the Powerheads and the RO unit tonight hopefully pics will be up when I have more time. Thanks for your time. I hope I didn't waste too much of it.

 

[GrayScale]

Glad to see youre alright. I had a heart arythmia which was taken care of by a simple procedure. My heart would do the exact same thing.

looking forward to the updates. It taking me just as long to setup my 55g reef too.