20Long sump build ?

[uf_gators]

ok fellow reefers, I am about to begin my sump build.

Correction on my idea would be appreciated. So I am thinking of going with the skimmer area being 8 in. , bubble trap 2 in" (3) 1/4 in. glass panes at 1in. spacing, then the return section at 9 in. and refuge on the end at 11 in.
kinda like this. but at 8 in. for the skimmer will a vertex in-80 or 100 fit ? I plan on upgrading skimmer later.
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I will split off the return pump for the flow into the refuge area.

I am going with a LifeReef overflow HOB rated for up to 600gph and return pump eheim 1260 is 634gph

I am alittle unsure on what size of return pump size to use or get. I just heard tunze or ehiem to get....but gotta get the sump built first.

 

[uf_gators]

oops, also how tall should the baffles be? I was thinking the return being 8-9 in. and for maint. or power out the flow back into the sump I would still have enough room from the overflow drain.

 

[Neowind]

I am tagging along. I am going to build a 20L Sump also. Where are you getting supplies?

 

[uf_gators]

Home depot or lowes for the Cut panes of glass , and GE silicone 1 . I already have my 20L tank from petco 1.00 gallon sale , and eggcrate from BulkReefSupply order last week. I will order plumbing parts from BRS if I cant get them cheaper at the Lowes or HD.
H.O.B. overflow from LifeReef, Not sure on brand of return pump. But will be either ( tunze,eheim, or Sicce) open for suggestions.

 

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[uf_gators]

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