New Desktop Nano/ReefGuard demo tank

[ReefGuard Systems]

Excited to start a new build! Have been admiring the Fluval Evo 13.5 for a while and finally pulled the trigger.

 

Purpose and goals:

• Fun and enjoyment of course 😀
• Test and demo ReefGuard products
• Low maintenance ‘easy’ tank to keep on my desk
• Ability to leave tank for 2 weeks while away

Equipment List:

• Fluval Evo 13.5
• Reusing an AI Prime
• ReefGuard Temperature Monitor
• Hydor 50W heater
• Caribbean Live Sand
• Dry rock
• 5Gal ReefGuard ATO Reservoir
• ReefGuard ATO Monitor
• IceCap Dual Optical ATO System
• Included return pump
• FLUVAL PS2 Protein Skimmer

Livestock/Coral

• Will be LPS dominate
• 1 Ocellaris Clownfish
• 1 Neon Goby

Questions:
1.    Any recommendations for a small powerhead for this tank?
2.    Any need to update the return pump from what was provided?
Here we go!

 

 

 

 

[blizzardscout2]

I have to recommend the AI Nero 3 as I have it in my son’s waterbox 15 gallon. I like it due to the ease of setting it up and making adjustments with a great app. Updates are easy as well. Plus the footprint in a small tank is perfect. They are actually very quiet when not turned up above 80% if that is important to you. Vs an MP10 the price is much more reasonable. I know there are some other very good options but none I have experience with. Of course MP10s are always excellent but the expense may not be worth it. This looks like a good start to a fun build. Have fun!