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cronosx999

cronosx999

The second is a DC pump. Could I also get something less expensive in that regard. I do want to keep the system as quiet as possible. I'm also contemplating plumbing. On my last tank with an overflow I used PVC and it worked fine. Don't know if there are many advantages to going that route against using tubing.
 
Trio91

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You can use tubing if that’s what you can afford to do but I would suggest getting braided tubing. Regular vinyl can kink and cause issues.

PVC will work too, just a matter of preference. Just remember to add unions and valves for when you dissemble for maintenance or add on-s
 
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cronosx999

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When you say add-ons, do you mean reactors, and UV sterilizers. Am I missing anything? If I go the PVC route with manifolds for these devices do I have to purchase a bigger pump?
 
Trio91

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Not necessarily, you could use a second pump to deal with the extra items. Note that extra equipment is not mandatory to run a successful reef tank.

But if your going for simplicity, just plumb your overflow to your sump, run a skimmer and some chaeto in your center chamber, if space allows for it
 
cronosx999

cronosx999

I'm seriously considering the sump you suggest. Can you save me some more money before I buy that return pump?
I also think I'm going to go with braided tubing as you suggest. thanks!
 
DangerDave

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I like using pvc and flex pvc, with silicone tubing for the first 8-10 inches to keep vibrations to a minimum. Good luck!

Dave
 
Trio91

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1st, id measure the inside of you tanks stand to see what can fit. Keep in in that you’ll wanna have full access to the sump and equipment inside of it for maintenance purposes. So for ex. if you can't easily get to the back of the sump, lets say to pull out your skimmer for service, you may want to reconsider the size of the sump. Also, vice-versa with the equipment that you place into it.

I’d also create a “wishlist” before choosing a sump. For ex. Do you want: filter socks, a refugium, dedicated chamber for your skimmer, room for heaters, pumps, dosing tubes, ATO chamber, and other misc items....or none of these items. From there, once you have that, it's going to based on price. If you're on a budget, are pretty handy, and have some of the tools, you can also DIY your own sump to fit your needs out of a glass tank.

I personally do have a sump as I run an AIO unit, but here is a video that could help

 
cronosx999

cronosx999

Yikes, I already ordered a Trigger Crystal 30. It's ordered from BRS so I think they'll take it back but I suspect it will fit in the 48" Marineland Majestic stand for a 75 gallon that I have coming in. The skimmer is in the front and the sock towards the back. I think I should have good access.
 
Trio91

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Should be fine, make sure it’s going to fit into your stand. From there just plan out what you want to go into it
 
DangerDave

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You sure could, but remember that it's flexable not soft. I have a mix of flex and rigid pvc in my plumbing to keep 45 and 90 fittings to a minimum. In my setup, direct connection created a low hum and it bugged me so I moved to the silicone tubing for the connection from the pvc to the pump. It's a small issue for me since my tank is in my garage, with a through wall display, but I changed it anyway :) .

As for the skimmer I don't have any experience with it. It's a well known brand, I'm confident you wouldn't be disappointed. I'm running a bubble magus curve 7 in my sump and it's great. I think @Steven Simon has that skimmer though, maybe he can chime in here.

Dave
 
DangerDave

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I don't know why I thought the pump you referenced was a skimmer, sorry. Either way I don't have any experience with it, but I'm sure that it's a fine pump.
 
Trio91

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Im not sure what that flex material is made of, that would be my only thing. I'd be concerned with long term contact with saltwater
 
DangerDave

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It’s just pvc, that is slightly flexable to allow for bends. It’s the same product and installation process as rigid pvc. It doesn’t bend anywhere close to what you can do with tubing.
 
DangerDave

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You can see it the flex pvc on the return lines coming from under my tank.

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trio91 said:
but I don't see the harm in using it, it could be more expensive though
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Trio is right, it's considerably more expensive then rigid pvc. Not that the total cost was all that bad, but rigid PVC, and tubing for that matter, are just less expensive.
 
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