I know this has been discussed before but thought I would create a new thread to kick of a discussion about flow patterns.
My tank is 6', about 400 litres. I currently have a single powerhead down one end pushing water along the length of the tank. I guess what is then happening is that the water flow is bouncing off the end of the tank and circulation back along the backwall in a more diffused manner.
I'm looking at buying a Koralia (or maybe two), to improve water flow in my tank.
What is the general consensus on water movement in a tank of this size? Would it be better to try to get two smaller flow patterns going down each end of the tank? Or would it be better to push the water more along the surace of the tank with the aim of having the flow 'fold under' at the other end and flow in the opposite direction at the lower level in the tank?
I have read discussions regarding putting all the plants in an 'island' in the middle and circulating the water around them. I suppose this might be the best option of all, but not necessary that artistic?
I have one side of my tank more densely planted than the other, typical approach for this size tank I suppose. What's the best way to get the water flowing around the denser foliage?
Scott.
My tank is 6', about 400 litres. I currently have a single powerhead down one end pushing water along the length of the tank. I guess what is then happening is that the water flow is bouncing off the end of the tank and circulation back along the backwall in a more diffused manner.
I'm looking at buying a Koralia (or maybe two), to improve water flow in my tank.
What is the general consensus on water movement in a tank of this size? Would it be better to try to get two smaller flow patterns going down each end of the tank? Or would it be better to push the water more along the surace of the tank with the aim of having the flow 'fold under' at the other end and flow in the opposite direction at the lower level in the tank?
I have read discussions regarding putting all the plants in an 'island' in the middle and circulating the water around them. I suppose this might be the best option of all, but not necessary that artistic?
I have one side of my tank more densely planted than the other, typical approach for this size tank I suppose. What's the best way to get the water flowing around the denser foliage?
Scott.