So I want a Tunze....

[nanoreefer22]

Was just looking around for a new powerhead and came across the Tunze 6060 for just about $140. Its rated at about 1600GPH and the only down side is it isnt controllable. Do you guys think this along side a seio 1500 and a maf 7 on the return would be good for my 65g? Do you think its a wise purchase?
-Kris

 

[jhale]

the only downside is the room it will take up in the tank.

it will take some getting used to.

 

[nanoreefer22]

Don't mind it being big, but it should be enough, right? The seios already huge so it shouldn't be that bad .

 

[DRZL]

I actually find it smaller than the seio's since theyre short and stubby....they arent controllable but look at it from the POV that you are gonna get full circulation constantly..constant turnover. Im very happy w/ mine as you mey very well know

BTW acropora.net has them for $127 i think

 

[nanoreefer22]

Yea I don't mind the constant turnover if anything i can always decrease the seio's flow for the night or something.

Acropora.net has them for $137.19. If i order it tmrw i'll have it saturday. Just want some opinions on if its wise or not. Mothers throwing out a loan
-Kris

 

[jawwad2004]

Kris, thas some crazy flow kid!

 

[nanoreefer22]

Kris, thas some crazy flow kid!

LoL...it is it is..ill be looking at only 56 times turnover :icon16:

 

[DRZL]

100x or bust!

:afro:

dude your tank's getting more potential by the minute

BTW you going to jump on that CR for sale?

 

[nanoreefer22]

Its either I get that Ca reactor or the Tunze for now.
-Kris

 

[House of Laughter]

Kris,

I have the 6060 as a spare - definate must for an sps tank man - worth the $$ if you ask me and is going to kick the seio's a$$ - I have a 6000 on a controller in my 180, yes only one. So, 6060 should rock your tank - I would venture to say you may even take the seio out. Dare I say less flow - be prepared for it to dig a hole in your shallow sand bed on the far saide of the tank - my 6000 pumps 6' and had cleaned the corner of my tank of sand - that's why I placed the anenome mushroom there.

Also, the 6060 only uses 15w and is great on a UPS backup

House

 

[jhale]

my 6060 uses 13 watts, that's what I love about it.

they also hold there value longer than any other pump.

try to sell the seio and see how much you get for it

then again I know you are in this for the long term, that tunze should last you till you are my age :bigeyes2:

if not more :lol:

 

[nanoreefer22]

Kris,

I have the 6060 as a spare - definate must for an sps tank man - worth the $$ if you ask me and is going to kick the seio's a$$ - I have a 6000 on a controller in my 180, yes only one. So, 6060 should rock your tank - I would venture to say you may even take the seio out. Dare I say less flow - be prepared for it to dig a hole in your shallow sand bed on the far saide of the tank - my 6000 pumps 6' and had cleaned the corner of my tank of sand - that's why I placed the anenome mushroom there.

Also, the 6060 only uses 15w and is great on a UPS backup

House

Jim,
Thats great to know. I can't wait to get the Tunze, I should have it early this week . I think it's going to over power the Seio as well. Can't wait to see how that goes. The wattage is a big plus, its going to replace a 315gph powerhead that uses 23 watts.
-Kris

 

[nanoreefer22]

my 6060 uses 13 watts, that's what I love about it.

they also hold there value longer than any other pump.

try to sell the seio and see how much you get for it

then again I know you are in this for the long term, that tunze should last you till you are my age :bigeyes2:

if not more :lol:

Definately in it for the long run. For this tanks almost where I want it to be(again). After the Tunze all thats left is to save for a Ca reactor and the system should be extremely SPS friendly. If the Tunze lasts until I'm your age I think I'm gonna have a tank 10 times the size by then .