Powerhead or no Powerhead?!

[AlliCat0225]

I have a 30 Gallon Long Reef tank - in the making - with a Emperor 400 and a Protein Skimmer, hanging on the back. I would like a little more movement in my aquarium, but am wondering exactly how many GPH I should be cycling? How much is too much? Can I put a Powersweep 228, which is 270 GPH, in my tank? Or would 230 GPH or even 160 GPH be adequate? Overall, is it healthier to have more movement? Please help me out! Thanks. :rollface:

[theishkid]

You generally want at a minimum 10x movement in your tank. So if you have a 30 gallon, then you want at least 300 gph. Now I don't know the maximum number... but I would probably shoot for 15 - 20x.

[chadfarmer]

drop a maxi-jet 900 in there

[AlliCat0225]

Okay, thanks guys! I appreciate it.