too much flow?

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  1. ontop27

    ontop27 Ritteri Anemone

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    So i have a 56 gallon in progress (waiting till my hood is done to update pics) I'm trying to order some of the new Hydor evos. Would two 1050s be to much for the tank? Should I go 1 750 and one 1050? two 750s? my return is pretty strong (sorry dont know the gph) and I have an extra K1 need be. I want to keep SPS in the future (6x39 t-5s, ati bulbs) but I love LPS like frogspawn and hammers so I wouldnt want to murder them. Keep in mind the 56 is tall not long. I'm was about to place the order for the two 1050s but then I figured I'd ask first. Any input is appreciated
     
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  2. 2in10

    2in10 Super Moderator

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    With LPS 20 to 30 times the DT volume is all you want to go. 1000GPH to 1500GPH so 2 750's is all I would go.
     
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  3. 4phish

    4phish Montipora Digitata

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    Like 2in10 said, I would do the two 750's. Those ph's with your return should be plenty of flow for the corals you want to keep.
     
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