How big of a wavemaker do I need?
How big of a wavemaker do I need?
If you have a reef tank, and a typical collection of stationary invertebrates for that size tank, the typical recommendation is that you have a wavemaker that moves 20 times the tanks volume per hour. So, for a 400 liter tank, 400 x 20 = 8,000 liters per hour. (Or, 2,114 gallons per hour.)
How big is Jebao wavemaker?
6 x 5.3 x 2.8 inches
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| Brand | Jebao |
|---|---|
| Color | Black |
| Material | Ceramic |
| Style | OW-10, 132-1056 GPH |
| Item Dimensions LxWxH | 6 x 5.3 x 2.8 inches |
What size wavemaker do I need for a 20 gallon tank?
That means if you have a 20 gallon tank, shoot for a wavemaker that is capable of at least 200 gph, but preferably up to 1,000!
What size wavemaker do I need for a 250 Litre tank?
The WM-402 wavemaker pumps 24,000l/h through two heads, and is suitable for tanks 250-400 litres in size. The new Hidom range of wavemakers are ideal for creating water flow in your aquarium to eliminate dead spots and provide vital flow for corals and filtration through live rock.
What size wavemaker do I need for a 50 gallon tank?
Best aquarium wave makers
| Our rating | Flow rate | For tank |
|---|---|---|
| Hygger Mini Wave Maker #ad | 1600 GPH max | nano reef 3-25 gallons |
| Fluvial Sea CP3 #ad | 740 GPH | up to 50 gallons, freshwater or saltwater |
| AquaIllumination AI Nero 3 #ad | 2,000 GPH max | 50-75 gallon reef |
| Uniclife Controllable Wave Maker #ad | 1300-3400 GPH | 60-150 gallons |
What size wavemaker do I need for a 400 Litre tank?
The WM-402 wavemaker pumps 24,000l/h through two heads, and is suitable for tanks 250-400 litres in size.
Is a wavemaker necessary?
The simple answer is no. A wave maker is not necessary. Having an air pump with an air stone or even a simple sponge filter setup will provide surface agitation for proper oxygen transfer. But adding a wave maker can be very beneficial for certain tank/fish setups.
What size wavemaker do I need for a 50 Litre tank?
Aim for at least twenty times total tank volume to get started, so that means a wave pump producing 1000lph for a 50 litre nano reef, 5000lph for a 250 litre mid-sized reef and 10000lph for a 500 litre reef tank.
What size Wave Maker do I need for 300 Litre tank?
The WM-401 wavemaker pumps 48,000l/h through four heads, and is suitable for tanks 300 litres + in size.