UV Sterilizers and Reef Tanks, Yeah or Nay?

[pnikiel]

I already have more electrical chords snaking around the aquarium stand than I ever thought I'd need. But there isn't one I'd go without.

So I'm reluctant to add any more.

But... what about a UV Sterilizer? I've heard the benefits, kills parasites, helps in algae control. And I've heard people claim that they also kill plankton in the tank. That wouldn't be good for a reef tank, would it?

So I'm interested in some opinions. How necessary is a UVS?

Pete

 

[james734]

Pete, It's really a mixed bag of opionions. Some say yeah, some say nay.. I say do what works for you. anyway here's a lenghtly thread on the discussion.

http://www.reeffrontiers.com/forums/showthread.php?t=15419

 

[burning2nd]

i figer that if it isnt broke dont fix it.

are you haveing a need for it? or is it just ah kinda wanna get something new deal? were would you put it, how would you suplie water to it?


what makes u wanna get one?

turns out i just bought one, in a bid that i got on a new tank.....

so

 

[pnikiel]

Actually I have one from an old system. A Turboflow. It needs a new bulb and a new powerhead for water flow. I rather not spend the money.

But I do have a cyno problem. So I was wondering if that wasn't one of the answers.

Think I'll just think on it for awhile.

Pete