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mdeleon1
06/24/2011, 04:07 PM
Where should I place my Aqueon circulation pump 500?

Also with the Rena filter and biowheel, should I get another circulation pump? If so, where should I place that one?

thebkramer
06/24/2011, 04:20 PM
I have 3 powerheads in my 55g.. just to give you an idea :)
I have one on the left, right and one in the center..
with just one.. I might put it in the middle, facing the glass and up towards the surface a bit ;)

hollister
06/24/2011, 05:57 PM
You need water circulation around 25 times turn over , ( 55 gallons times 55 = 1375 gph ) . I would place one higher up and 1 lower down trying to create a circular motion.

This water current will push water through your best bio filtration the SB and LR as with creating good gas exchange at the surface to release un wanted elements and bring in plenty of oxygen..

mdeleon1
06/24/2011, 06:03 PM
sounds like i need one more pump.