Aquarium lab
Tank turnover calculator
Compare measured filter output with the aquarium’s net water volume.
- Result updates as you edit
- Units and limits shown
Starting scenario
- Net volume100L
- Measured flow500L/h
- Load allowance20%
Result4times/h
Aquarium inputs
Calculation workbench
Adjust the inputs. The result updates immediately, with the calculation method explained below.
Calculation logic
What it calculates
Formula
Measured flow ÷ net water volume, after the chosen allowance.
Limits
It cannot describe media capacity, circulation, oxygen transfer or waste distribution.
Next step
Measure the installed filter and compare the number with conditions in the actual tank.