Sea Swirls --- Anyone ever used one?

[bkv1997]

Anyone ever used one of these?

http://www.marinedepot.com/md_viewIt...product=AU1115

[jhnrb]

I've installed two 1/2" in the corners using the corner brackets. information i get from those that have used them is that they last about 2 years. noticed the fit in the bracket was a bit tight so will see how they work soon. it i can bet two years well worth it.

[bkv1997]

Here is my swirl in action.

Right click save to your local computer.

Make sure you have quicktime installed then play the file.

Brandon

[Chris]

Those are awesome! I love the way they rotate making the water flow much more random.

[Pterois]

Very cool! Do you use only one, or one for each side of the tank?

I've been debating what type of powerhead to use in the new 135.

Angela

[bkv1997]

I only use one.... remeber this isnt a power head it is just something that moves side to side.

They actual water flow depends on the return pump.

Hope that helps....

[chrisbrph]

Owner and creator of Sea Swirl lives close to me in NE PA. Will stand behind everyone sold- had one that was 4 years old that stopped movement- SeaSwirl replaced free of charge.

If you are looking for movement of water- this is one of the easiest ways and takes up little space versus other options.

Chris

[bkv1997]

Chris:

I have had mine for about one year now and about every forth oscillation it makes a noise kinda like a quite cat meow.

Works great but a meeoooow noise about every 6 minutes can be very annoying.

Have you experienced similar issues.

bv

[chrisbrph]

It sounds like you may have a slight build up of Ca or Coraline etc. or just some wear where the pivot joint is.

I did have a similar sound at one point- a thourough cleaning and lubrication with a food grade silicone lubricant (not vaseline) took care of my issue and will not harm corals or inhabitants of your tank.

Hope that helps

[bkv1997]

chris:

How did you take it apart?

I might try this tonight.

Thanks
BV