2 static beds one moving

[M3AN ONE]

Can someone explain the benefits of having two static beds and one moving. I am looking to run a similar setup but don't know if I should modify this as I will be keeping stingrays and not running a koi pond

 

[millerkid519]

I would assume he is using the static media as a mechanical for bigger particals of fish waste.

 

[M3AN ONE]

Would that be Needed if I run filter socks?

 

[millerkid519]

No it wouldn't be needed if you run socks

 

[Pomatomus]

I agree with the previous comments. Moving is always better for nitrification. However I suppose you could get some denitrification from a static bed if the flow is low enough and there is sufficient media to make anoxic zones.

I vote for moving though.

 

[M3AN ONE]

So I have 4 55 gallon drums should they all be filled with k1 moving beds or should I diversify what goes on them. Also how slow does the water have to pass over a sock filter to be affected.

 

[Fish Tank Travis]

How big is the pond?

 

[M3AN ONE]

1000 gallon fish tank system. I plan on doing heavy feeding

 

[M3AN ONE]

So all I really need is a sock filters and k1

 

[millerkid519]

Grab about 6 socks the bigger the better