best powerhead(s) for 150 gal cube?

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  1. Misspurl

    Misspurl Plankton

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    I'm going to be setting up a new 150 gallon cube tank (36"x36"x27") and am trying to decide how to set up the flow. Tank has a corner overflow w/ returns. I have Jebaos on my 75 & 55 gallon tanks, but want to get something better for this tank. I'm intrigued by the Gyre 150, but am concerned the flow could be excessive in a tank that's only 36" long. My other thought was to go with an MP40 for the reliability and control. Corals going in are a mix of everything...softies, SPS, LPS (including torches, hammers, etc.

    Thoughts?
     
    Misspurl, Oct 18, 2015
    Misspurl, Oct 18, 2015
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  2. Vinnyboombatz

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    Mp40
     
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  3. Va Reef

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    There are 2 mp40s on the 150 cube at work. Personally I'd do a gyre and an mp40.
     
    Va Reef, Oct 19, 2015
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  4. Misspurl

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    An mp40 and the gyre 150 or 130? You dont think the flow would get too crazy?
     
    Misspurl, Oct 19, 2015
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