TallDragon
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- 5 Mar 2013
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I am presently planning my very first tank.
I do not plan to use CO2 initially, maybe later on - or maybe use liquid CO2 initially. Also, I would like it to be somewhat low maintenance.
I would like to get a tank and filter that will last me for a while (5-10 years).
I am in a dilemma with regards to gettting either a 60x30x36cm 64L tank or a taller 60x30x45cm 81L tank. I am leaning towards the 45 high one, as I like the 1:1,33 aspect ratio better, and I think that taller wood or stones appeal to me better, and I do not mind getting my arms wet. This tank for example.
I am trying to get informed and 'think' that a JBL Cristalprofi e701 (rated at 700lph) will be OK, no matter which tank I choose. Or should I consider getting the Eheim 2424 eXperience 250 if I go for the 81L tank.
Or am I just too ambitious, and I should start my journey in this hobby with a 45x30x30 40L or 45x30x45 60L, and hope that I do not loose to much money when I upgrade later?
I also appreciate comments on proposed lighting:
As this will be 'low tech', I am considering the Dennerle Scaper's light 24W -- what I do not know: does this light go 'deep enough' in a 45cm high tank.
All comments appreciated --- and the thoughts of the non-amateurs on how soon does a 45cm wide tank become 'restrictive'?
Thanks
I do not plan to use CO2 initially, maybe later on - or maybe use liquid CO2 initially. Also, I would like it to be somewhat low maintenance.
I would like to get a tank and filter that will last me for a while (5-10 years).
I am in a dilemma with regards to gettting either a 60x30x36cm 64L tank or a taller 60x30x45cm 81L tank. I am leaning towards the 45 high one, as I like the 1:1,33 aspect ratio better, and I think that taller wood or stones appeal to me better, and I do not mind getting my arms wet. This tank for example.
I am trying to get informed and 'think' that a JBL Cristalprofi e701 (rated at 700lph) will be OK, no matter which tank I choose. Or should I consider getting the Eheim 2424 eXperience 250 if I go for the 81L tank.
Or am I just too ambitious, and I should start my journey in this hobby with a 45x30x30 40L or 45x30x45 60L, and hope that I do not loose to much money when I upgrade later?
I also appreciate comments on proposed lighting:
As this will be 'low tech', I am considering the Dennerle Scaper's light 24W -- what I do not know: does this light go 'deep enough' in a 45cm high tank.
All comments appreciated --- and the thoughts of the non-amateurs on how soon does a 45cm wide tank become 'restrictive'?
Thanks