general use of powerheads? types?

[foodandfish]

i was doing some research about powerheads when i came upon some information about the proper flow rate. the article stated that you turn over your aquarium volume four times per hour. So for example if you had a 150 gallon tank your proper flow rate for the powerhead should be 600 gph.

Is this true? Also, does anyone recommend any certain type of powerhead? I am currently debating either the Maxi-jet powerhead by Marineland or the Hydor Koralia powerhead. Thanks.

 

[bigspizz]

I don't think of "flow rate" with powerheads if they are being used for current. The desired current will depend on the fish you keep IMPO....

 

[Dr Joe]

turnover rates are for filter systems, either HOBs or W/Ds.

You are correct in your calculation tho.

Power heads are designed to move water in a tank not to lift water out of a tank (tho it has been done).

What are you trying to accomplish?

And in the future can you please reference your quote so others can read the info too.

Dr Joe

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