Is this model ok or too big for a 40 gallon salt water tank or should I use the next model down the 2071. Thanks
1809475
You can regulate the flow, go bigger rather than smaller if you have the space for it, more filtration = healthier tank
744814
Greetings, for a tank of little ability I do not particularly recommend it. will have too much turbulence, like a hurricane.Look for a more consistent eg 240 Koralia nano.
1520644
I would say the 700 or the 1200. The 700 is good for up to 65 gallons, so that would hopefully be enough for the turtle. I hear they are pretty messy though, so it wouldn't hurt to go with the 1200 which is good for up to 150 gallons. It seems like a lot, but you cant really have too much filtration. It would require less maintenance, keep the water crystal clear, and allow for you to use it for a larger aquarium if you decided to upgrade. It's totally up to you with your future plans and how much money you have at the moment.
2079740
"Maybe. The Hydor is fairly large and 1050 gph in a 40 gallon freshwater tank may be too much..."I 100% agree to this comment, I was using the 850 gph model in a 46 gallon saltwater tank, and that was a lot of flow. Freshwater tanks typically require a lot less flow than saltwater, so I personally would recommended someting in the 350-500 gph range.
1890251
I am using the 406 on my 60 gallon tank. Prior to that I had a 55 gallon that I was using the 406 on. I like it better than the 306. Some may say is a little overkill but that's how I like it.
1191159
So sorry, I do not know, I have a 40 gallon salt water aquarium, and it is perfect for my aquarium.
98367
To answer your question truthfully... it all depends on your tank and what you're trying to do. You may be okay with a 500. This is my experience with the 750 pump on my 75 gallon heavily planted FW tank. I bought it when I had only one 55/75 aqueon filter because I wanted to circulate the water better. I think for my intended purpose, I bought TOO big of a pump because it kept uprooting my live plants despite it being placed close to the top of the tank and aimed up. I felt like the pump size I bought was too big and instead of buying a smaller size circulation pump, I opted to take it out and buy a second 55/75 aqueon filter. With two filters running, my tank has plenty of circulation so I don't feel like I need to add a circulation pump to my tank. Even though I don't use it in my tank(s), I feel it was a good purchase as I felt it was doing a good job of moving the water and it was quiet. Plus, I still use it occasionally to circulate the water in my bathtub while I'm curing big pieces of driftwood that I can't boil.
967034
Mine was a great fit though I think my tank is considered 20 gallons not 27... even though your estimated side measurements are similar to mine... hope this helps :)
2106617
I think that this would be a bit much for a 40 gallon tank. I would go for a lesser model. it works well on my 55 gallon tank but I would not go lower than that
1067352
I have 3 tanks and find it best to have one on each side for my larger tanks 155 and 265. I have only one on my 55 gallon. I would go with one large on one side and see how that does, it wont hurt to add a smaller one one the right side if needed.
2106618
Yes, very well! I have a 55 gal and its the best thing ive ever done for my tank. Plenty, but not too much for a 40 gal
1168387
It all depends on what you have in your tank and how much flow you would like or need I have two of these on either side of my tank and it's a 26g nano softie/lps reef tank. If you have a fish only or a freshwater tank and just looking to had some circulation in the tank than this should be fine although if this is the only pump your adding I would suggest the next higher model up I believe it's around 420 gph? Hope this answers your question
616007
salt water you want a skimmer, I bought a used remora hang on back for my 75 gallon and never had to look for another. The filstar filter was my third attempt and its outlasted and out performed the marine land and unimax. Its the best will purchase again
1073406
i think 2 of hydor koralia 1500 is too much on the 55 gallon tank. i have a smallest one(550-600gph) on my 35 tank(fresh water), and the size(not power level) a kind of big on the tank, it will bother your view for the tank. i feeling too much stuff on my simple iwagumi tank.other thing is 2 of 1500 maybe too strong to running the water to messed up your plant or decorations. if you want to get 2 of those on it , small one is good enough .
1522260
Sorry also by the way for your 120 gallon tank depends what your keeping. How much flow you want??? 2 jebao 40s or 60s if you want a tsunami. ..these pumps are strong man...
384493
I have a 60 gallon and from what I have seen as long as you can maintain 80psi you should be fine. Hope this helps.
1134495
Yes, it should be just about perfect. I had the 306 on a 40 gallon you can control the speed and decrease the water flow or go monsoon style and clear up cloudy water quickly. You still should get a regular top side filter. Check out the fluval aquaclears :) I had the aquaclear 100 up to 90 gallons, but flow can also be decreased. It's worth the price difference