Choice of wave maker

[furyprix]

Hi bros, I'm thinking of getting a wavemaker to supplement my 2213 in my planted tank. After doing some research on wavemakers, I realized that there are generally 2types:
1) direct straight line flow
2) broad indirect flow which covers a larger area

any recommendations for the latter type?

happy Chinese New Year!

[AQMS]

The wavemaker is for water circulation in the tank? How big is your tank?
i did use a wavemaker on my 3 feet but it was too strong and plants dance like they were on 'E'.
so i switch to power head and fitted a rotatable duck nozzle outlet to the ouput flow.

[furyprix]

60 x 30 x 45 tank. I'm worried the 2213 is unable to provide sufficient flow and create dead spots.

[erwinx]

How about getting an additional canister like 2211?

I am running 2213 and Eco Pro 300 in my 60x45x45 tank.

[furyprix]

Well that is an option.. I do have spare HOFs that I could use. A canister is probably out of the Q because I'm running 2 canisters already on 2 separate tanks. And I was hoping for something that is small and effective. Was looking at the range of hydro koralias.

[Mookie]

I have a similar problem as you, using lily pipe + 2213 and the dead spots are all next to the pipe. Have got a HOF but feel it's unsightly.

was considering a cheap wave maker, not sure if it will be overpowering in my 60x23x28 tank

[BFG]

Cheap as in less than $100? Look at Jebao wavemaker, wp25 or wp 40. Comes with controller, google for more info on the product.

[furyprix]

My cheap is below 50 haha. But I'm more concerned in getting one that creates a broad flow

[AQMS]

You can get 3w to 25w less than 50sgd. Like i said i used a 3w in my 3feet tank and it is just too much.
IMHO a power head works better.

[furyprix]

which brand and model is that?

[Mookie]

I think boyu has one at $22

[AQMS]

I bought this at polyart a couple of years ago,if i remember it right, it only cost me about 15sgd or less.

http://www.ebay.com.sg/itm/New-Aquar...item2a21444431

[furyprix]

Looks good for a 2ft tank! Will go down to c328/seaview next week to scout for wave makers will 900LPH be too much for a 2ft?

[AQMS]

Yes, it is too much. You want to provide sufficient flow through out the tank
not to create Cat One hurricane .

[furyprix]

alright, i guess i can strike off those more reputable brands off my list since they their 'nano' versions all start at ~900LPH

[AQMS]

alright, i guess i can strike off those more reputable brands off my list since they their 'nano' versions all start at ~900LPH

yup, get the cheap china made which is less than 20sgd and try it out,then if you like how the flow works then get a reputable brand if want a sleek design.

[felix_fx2]

Yes, it is too much. You want to provide sufficient flow through out the tank
not to create Cat One hurricane .

Cat one = thunder storm.. big winds & Drunk fish..

[tetrakid]

Cat one = thunder storm.. big winds & Drunk fish..

Fish will usually get drunk on water conditioner, anti-chlorine, medication, etc... then they will all 'kee-hong'... lol...