Fx4 question

[Akash]

So I was seeing a really good deal on a fx4 from someone I know. I was wondering if it would be usable on a 30 gallon reef or would it not be good. Anyone know anything about it? Thanks


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[Adam]

Looks like it would be a bit of overkill for a 30G tank. I know it says up to 250 gallon tanks but with 700gph flow it might be better suited for something in the 55-120 gallon range.

 

[Akash]

Ohh ok.thanks


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[Akash]

So would there be any problems or would I be able to use it. More flow from the output would probably be appreciated by my coral


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[silentdeath5]

It’ll probably be like sand tornado kind of flow but never know until you try

 

[Akash]

Might have to give it a try as I have heavy substrate and used a hydor professional 600 on it previously and had no problems regarding flow. Was just worried abt water temp chafing because of the motor.


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[Akash]

Anyone know if you can lower the flow of the output?


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[ichthyoid]

You can lower the flow of any pump, by putting a variable bypass in place.

Exampls:
The bypass can be plumbed with the output being ‘T’d’ off with a valve on the bypass, going back into the suction intake.

Or, the the valved bypass going back into a sump, etc.