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what is the best wavemaker system

Discussion in 'General Discussion' started by jsprague, Feb 25, 2009.

  1. Feb 25, 2009 #1
    jsprague

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    I just upgraded my 75gal to a reef ready 150gal system.  Right now I have a genx pcx-40 with two outputs and 1 maxijet with the mod kit.  I am wondering what the best setup for flow/wavemaking would be.  I would like to go towards an SPS dominant tank. (also I do have an ACjr if it makes a difference)  Look foward to everyones opinions.
     
  2. Feb 25, 2009 #2
    nick

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    i have the korilla wavemaker and wish i would of done tunze powerhead or 2
     
  3. Feb 26, 2009 #3
    Gered

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    I would look into a Vortech MP40. Pricey but there is many rave reviews and I have seen some vids of some nice wave action coming from them
     
  4. Feb 26, 2009 #4
    jsprague

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    Anyone use a vortec? are they worth the money?
     
  5. Feb 26, 2009 #5
    JB Marion

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    I'd probably go with Tunze controller and pumps. The nice thing about them is that if you ever get a AquaController, you can control them using an AquaSurf.

    The down side to them is that I think Tunze pumps are WAY WAY WAY overpriced.

    -JB
     
  6. Feb 26, 2009 #6
    B-Rad

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  7. Feb 26, 2009 #7
    jsprague

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    so far it looks like a couple people would go for Tunze and a couple for Vortech.  I do have an AC jr. so I would go for the aquasurf if I used a tunze.  Anyone recomend a model and how many for the tunze would go best in my 150gal display?  Also any pros or cons of these or other systems you have experience with and would recommend?
     
  8. Feb 26, 2009 #8
    Steph & Nick

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    I get my tunze nano wavebox on March 3 I can let you know how it performs
     
  9. Feb 26, 2009 #9
    jsprague

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    thanks steph. I'm definitely interested in how they do. I'm just wanting to get opinions and do some research and get the right system the first time, instead of wanting something different a few months down the road.
     
  10. Feb 26, 2009 #10
    Gered

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    If you want to go the clean route and not have a big powehead sticking out from the side of your tank I would say the vortech is your best bet. Whenever I go big the Vortech will be in my tank because I prefer a clean look.
     
  11. Mar 12, 2009 #11
    Doodaa

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    I recently purchased the Vortech MP40 gen2. It totally rocks in my 75 gal. I removed my 2 hydor koralia 2's which didn't do enough anyway, but the vortech is by far the best powerhead I've used...never used the Tunze, but I'm assuming they are similar in power. I like the controller and the power of the pump. It's pretty easy to get a wave motion going with it and it's variable speed so it has a wide range of functions.
     
  12. Mar 15, 2009 #12
    jsprague

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    Just ordered the mp40w from premiumaquatics.  I just ordered one to start with.  Will let you know what I think.
     

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