Free Aquarium Setup Calculator for Planted Tanks
Planning a planted aquarium can be confusing, especially when calculating substrate quantity, lighting requirements, filter size, fertiliser dosing, and plant selection. Our Aquarium Setup Calculator helps beginners and experienced aquascapers quickly estimate everything needed for a healthy planted tank.
This calculator is useful for:
- Low-tech planted aquariums
- High-tech CO₂ setups
- Shrimp tanks
- Iwagumi layouts
- Dutch-style aquascapes
Simply enter your aquarium dimensions to get recommendations for:
- Aquarium substrate quantity
- LED light wattage
- Filter flow rate
- Heater size
- CO₂ requirement
- Fertiliser dosing
- Beneficial bacteria dosage
- Beginner-friendly aquarium plants
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How to Use This Aquarium Calculator
- Select your aquarium dimensions and tank style.
- Choose your preferred lighting duration.
- Enter your room temperature.
- Click “Calculate My Setup.”
- Review the recommended substrate, lighting, filtration, fertiliser, and plant suggestions.
This planted tank calculator is designed for Indian aquarium hobbyists and works for nano tanks, shrimp tanks, low-tech aquariums, and professional aquascapes.
Why Proper Aquarium Planning Matters
A properly planned aquarium reduces algae problems, improves plant growth, and creates a healthier environment for fish and shrimp. Using the correct substrate depth, lighting intensity, and filter turnover is essential for long-term aquarium stability.
Recommended Beginner Aquarium Plants
Some beginner-friendly aquarium plants include:
- Anubias Nana
- Java Fern
- Java Moss
- Cryptocoryne Wendtii
- Bucephalandra
- Vallisneria
- Dwarf Sagittaria
These plants are suitable for low-tech planted aquariums without CO₂ injection.
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How much substrate do I need for a planted aquarium?
Most planted aquariums need 5–7 cm substrate depth. Larger tanks and aquascaped layouts may require more substrate for slope creation.
What is the ideal lighting duration for aquarium plants?
Most aquarium plants grow well with 6–8 hours of LED lighting daily. Excessive lighting may increase algae growth.
Do low-tech planted tanks need CO2?
No. Many beginner aquarium plants like Anubias, Java Fern, Java Moss, and Cryptocoryne grow well without CO2 injection.
Which aquarium plants are best for beginners?
Anubias, Java Fern, Java Moss, Vallisneria, and Cryptocoryne are among the best beginner-friendly aquarium plants.
What filter flow rate is best for planted aquariums?
Most planted aquariums need filter turnover between 4–8 times the aquarium volume per hour depending on tank style and livestock.