maxijet vs seio

[findingnemo]

Please help me on saturday I will go to buy a new powerhead , which will be better the seio or the maxijets? I will go to petsmart because the one I have right now a zoomed that I bought there has stop rotating when in high flow so I will exchange it for something else there they do have the penguin, aquaclear and maxi jets power heads I havent seen the seio there but they might have it. Please help.

I have a fluval 305 canister filter, a 192 watt compact flouresent light, 48 bow front tank. I have 2 clownfish, 70 lbs of live rock, 60 lbs live sand, 1 cleanershrimp, 1 arrowcrab, 20 snails and 20 hermit crabs .

 

[DevIouS]

Seio's have a wider spread & softer flow, unlike the MJ which is a jet stream & can annoy corals if the flow is directly hitting it.



It does take up some space & can be a bit more pricey.....but I would definitely go with a Seio.

 

[DevIouS]

I also had pretty good results with this:

http://www.marinedepot.com/md_viewItem.asp?idproduct=HD01401

attached to my MJ 1200.....but this one takes up space as well.

 

[andylee]

I had a Flo attached to my Maxijet before also. Takes up a lot of space and actually seemed to make even more of a "jet" of water than the powerhead itself. It's just not constant, since it rotates. Seio is much better, and after the cost of the Flo and the Maxijet, isn't much more expensive.

 

[ezee]

findingnemp,

FYI, I am not a powerhead user, so I would go with the general sentiment you get here. I just mentioned Maxijets as a default.

E

 

[scarf_ace1981]

findingnemo why would you doubt my expertise. just kidding:biggrin: you may be a little worried @ first when you see your corals swaying around and your fish being pushed around by the current but it is very healthy for a reef tank.

i like to place my seios @ the upper part of the tank. not to high or they will suck in air from the surface and not to low or you may directly hit corals or blow sand around.

any questions you can pm me and i will help you out as best i can.

jon-

 

[Tonyscoots84]

go with a seio.... as already mentioned they have a wider and softer flow then the maxijets... the only problem is that they add a bit more heat then the maxi and consume a lil more energy... other then that seios are pretty good...

 

[FRY]

other then what was said i have both and they both seem to have good result sofar

 

[findingnemo]

LOL scarface I was not doubting u or anybody just wanted to hear more suggestions thanks everybody.

 

[Dace]

it all comes down to what you think will suit you needs. If you need something for now, for the price maxijet 1200 is great, seio is a better choice if you want to spend a little more money on a slightly better pump.In the future if you decide to go with a more advance setup, you may want to go with a tunze. but it's going to cost you alot more money. What ever you do. stay away from Vortech for now... in your current setup the seio or the maxijet will do just fine. but it's true that the seio is better.

Oh and by the way, don't worry about scarf ace, he's harmless lol :biggrin:

 

[masterswimmer]

I am currently running both a SEIO 1500 and a MJ 1200 in the same tank. I bought another SEIO 1500 to replace the maxi but haven't done it yet. I guess what I'm saying is, spend the extra $ and go for the better pump. You won't be disappointed.

swimmer

 

[herman]

Damn!! Your avatar picture really helps

 

[findingnemo]

Helps??????

 

[Tonyscoots84]

Tony is here to help :flirt: :sgrin: :lol2:...

 

[findingnemo]

Hi Tony LOL . Which seio should I get ? Only one or more than one?

TA3711 Taam Seio Super Flow Pump M620 $37.95

TA3713 Taam Seio Super Flow Pump M820$52.95

TA3715 Taam Seio Super Flow Pump M1100$62.95

TA3717 Taam Seio Super Flow Pump M1500$69.95

TA3719 Taam Seio Super Flow Pump M2600$74.95



Seio Aquarium Water Pump/Powerhead by Taam

Seio Super Flow Pump

Circulation is extremely important in an aquatic environment. The Seio Super Flow Pumps deliver high-volume water outputs at affordable prices. These pumps are energy efficient, put out minimal heat and provide very high-volume and well-dispersed water flow: These features help to keep electric bills low, while adding the needed flow to your tank. Additional features include ceramic shafts and durable high-impact plastic impellers that make these pumps reliable and long-lasting. The fully submersible Seio Super Flow Pumps can be used in both fresh and marine water environments. Your current-loving fish, corals and invertebrates will appreciate the addition of these pumps.Uses:

• Reef Tanks
• Fish-Only Marine tanks
• Large freshwater tanks
• Highly populated freshwater feeder tanks
• Shallow water environments

Contents:

• 1 Seio Super Flow Aqua Pump
• 4 Suction Cups
• 1 Adjustable 160 degrees Swivel Side Discharge Hanging Bracket
• 1 Adjustable Elevated Side Side Discharge Hanging Bracket
• 1 Hang on the Tank Vertical Mount
• 1 Suction Cup Bracket
• 1 Bracket Saddle
• 6ft (180cm) Cord

Note: Seio pumps are not recommended to run on a wavemaker device.

Mounting Options:

# Flow # DescriptionPrice

 

[FRY]

go with the SEIO then you wont be disappointed

frank

 

[inkblue]

i likE SEios... tHey are reLiable and relatively inExpenSive

 

[scarf_ace1981]

Hi Tony LOL . Which seio should I get ? Only one or more than one?

TA3711 Taam Seio Super Flow Pump M620 $37.95

TA3713 Taam Seio Super Flow Pump M820$52.95

TA3715 Taam Seio Super Flow Pump M1100$62.95

TA3717 Taam Seio Super Flow Pump M1500$69.95

TA3719 Taam Seio Super Flow Pump M2600$74.95

herman means the pretty picture will help you get all the answers you need. LOL

eventhough your question was directed towards tony, i would like to answer if i may.:j/k:

in the 48bow you can go w/:

2-620 (little flow) or
1-620 and 1-820 (good option) or
2-820 (higher flow- best option-you can always tune the flow down if too much)

to give you an idea i started w/ 2-620s in my 40br and i liked the amount of flow in the tank. it all depends on the amount of flow you want and what you currently have in your tank.

btw what's your name? i hate typing findingnemo it's too long.:tongue1:

 

[masterswimmer]

I had one 620 in my 16g bow and it was totally inadequate. I upped it to the 820 and I'm happy with it.
In a 48g I would go with at least one 1100........JMO.

swimmer

 

[DevIouS]

It all depends on the livestock you plan to keep.

In my 46BF, 2 620's with my Mag 7 return was fine.