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Unread 11/20/2019, 05:25 PM   #1
Daddyrawg
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should I grab 2nd maxspect gyre 250

in my 90 4' tank, I have 1 maxs xf 250 gyre and 1 jebao wavemaker.

I have the opportunity of getting a second gyre pump for a great price.

should i go for it and replace the jebao wavemaker with the 2nd gyre?

I will be able to link both gyres with the advanced controller.

is this overkill or should i be ok at lower settings? I like the idea of linking
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Unread 11/20/2019, 08:42 PM   #2
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I would, as it would give you more options or programming, and using different settings for both to get some pretty cool water movement. I will use 2 230s on my 5 foot 110G tank.


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Unread 11/20/2019, 11:54 PM   #3
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It’s a lot of flow but at a low setting would be ok. Your corals can live with your flow as is, but the added syncing capabilities allow you to get full value out of the pumps.


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Unread 11/21/2019, 09:32 AM   #4
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I use 2 x 250's on my 120DT. They are on the back wall evenly spaced on either side if a center overflow. They max out at 60% and provide a huge amount of flow. I like them a lot. I would get the second one if I were you. You probably won't be able to max them out, but I have to believe that like LED's they will last longer if not run at 100% anyway.


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Unread 11/21/2019, 10:24 AM   #5
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I use one on my wedge 100. But having a piece of equipment as a backup for the other getting older is not a bad idea if the price is right.


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Unread 11/21/2019, 11:49 AM   #6
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I added a second xf250 not long after getting my first about 1 1/2 years ago, and very happy I did. I have them opposing each other on each side of my 115 gal mixed reef. The controller allows me to set a lot of different cycles, including three 15 minute feed modes throughout the day, and a “calm” period late at night. Max on either one is only 30% with plenty of flow and the lower settings are very quiet.


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Unread 11/21/2019, 04:51 PM   #7
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I use two on my 90 gallon at 80-100% max depending on how dirty they are. Definitely go for it


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Unread 11/21/2019, 10:54 PM   #8
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Thx everyone..I'll be grabbing it after thanksgiving. Cant wait to sink them and see what happens.

I love the 1 I have..quiet and dont have to max it out..

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