Pump ?

[cichlidtx]

I'm setting up my 1st saltwater tank, a JBJ 12dx that a friend gave me. It was missing the return pump. I know from my reading that most people upgrade the pump to a MJ900. I have a few questions:

 

1. Is a MJ1200 to much flow? I was going to put two outputs to direct flow to both sides of the tank.

2. My cube has 4 chambers in the rear with the chamber measuring 3 1/8", The pump measure 3 1/4". I can trim an 1/8" off the input to make it fit, but will be tight.

3. Should I just use a MJ606 and use another pump to increase flow. I was not wanting to add another pump to the viewing area.

 

I getting close to setting it up but I want to make sure I do it right the first time.

 

Thanks,

[Scott Riemer]

to N-R.com

 

IMO, the MJ1200 is not too much flow for a 12 gallon, but it can be too much heat. It's 65gph more than the MJ900 but it is also 11.5 Watts more.

[cichlidtx]

Scott, thanks for the welcome. I've been reading on here for a few months and have found some great info. I understand the concern about the heat but maybe it will be enough to keep the tank at the correct temp. I will be installing some larger fans in the hood on seperate switches to help with heat. The only reason for choosing the MJ1200 is because I already have one. But if the MJ900 is a better choice then I will buy it. Thanks again for the help. Anyone else?

[Scott Riemer]

Scott, thanks for the welcome. I've been reading on here for a few months and have found some great info. I understand the concern about the heat but maybe it will be enough to keep the tank at the correct temp. I will be installing some larger fans in the hood on seperate switches to help with heat. The only reason for choosing the MJ1200 is because I already have one. But if the MJ900 is a better choice then I will buy it. Thanks again for the help. Anyone else?

Just 2 more cents: Since you already have the MJ1200, I'd go ahead and give it a try, if it's too hot, then switch.