Michigan Cichlid Association
General Category => General Discussion => Topic started by: Maize-N-Blue-D on November 26, 2013, 08:52:53 AM
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So I got this FX5 and I was wondering if I should build a DYI spraybar or just use the standard FX5 return. With the FX5 return it is similar to putting in a small wavemaker (albiet) not as powerfull, but you still get a nice current in the tank. But with a spraybar you get a lot of small streams of water going into the tank with not much of a current.
Please note - I do have a HOB on the tank to keep the top of the water agitated...
What is the benefit of doing a long spraybar as apposed to using the FX5 return ?
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Surface disturbance is important for O2 transfer.
Current is beneficial for moving waste about the tank so a filter can suck it up and sometimes fish may enjoy "playing" in it.
Which do you need/want more?
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I've never used a spray bar. Some more info or pix would be nice.
Personally, I use a long, bar type of aerator in my tanks. Keeps the surface moving.
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Surface disturbance is important for O2 transfer.
Current is beneficial for moving waste about the tank so a filter can suck it up and sometimes fish may enjoy "playing" in it.
Which do you need/want more?
Since I have a HOB to keep the surface agitated, then current is more important. So the FX5 return would be the best option..
Cool, I don't have to spend any more $$ ... That is always a good thing !
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Surface disturbance is important for O2 transfer.
Current is beneficial for moving waste about the tank so a filter can suck it up and sometimes fish may enjoy "playing" in it.
Which do you need/want more?
Speaking of fish "playing", I had a ruby red fry that loved to swim through the bubbles of the aeration bar. Would ride it up about 6 inches, turn around and do it again. Cute.