Does anyone know of a 30 gallon breeder tank where the dimension is 36x17.5x12 I know they all say 18" however under my stand the width is 17.5 :/ The only thing making me use a 20 gallon long for a sump over a 30 gallon breeder is that .5 inches. I was wondering if there was a tank that was technically 17.5 but they round it up to 18" on the dimension charts.
90 Gallon reef aquarium set up help
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blowmecius
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I use a standard 30 gallon for the sump on my 90. 36" long X 13" wide X 16" high.
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So I did some researching yesterday what do you guys think about this sump? http://www.thatpetplace.com/ruby-30-sump-30in-14in-15in The dimensions are extremely convenient for my under tank height. Do you recommend I build the sump myself or purchase one already done for ease and quality?
explorer07
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Thats a nice setup right there.
Tania Parvin
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Hi, I am really impressed with the Ecotech equipment and can see why the added cost is worth it in the long run but I am unsure on the sizing of equipment for my tank size. Like I said before would 2 MP10's or 2 MP40's be the route to go. As well would I need 2 XR15w Pro's to cover the size of my tank. It says the lights are 18x18 and my tank is 48x18x24. Thank you again for answering my questions I know some of it is repetitive
The only thing about that sump is that I don't believe the reef octopus 150 int will fit inside it. The octopus has a footprint of 12.4" deep and 8.7" long in the tank and the sump is 13.5" deep and 11" long however I believe that includes the drain + sock section.
http://www.triggersys.com/test/ruby-specs/
http://www.coralvue.com/classic-150-int-protein-skimmer
This means I would need to look for a new skimmer now?
http://www.triggersys.com/test/ruby-specs/
http://www.coralvue.com/classic-150-int-protein-skimmer
This means I would need to look for a new skimmer now?
4" filter sock. I'd pass. You're going to want to use 7" bags. Those 4" bags will be clogging much to fast especially if use a good 25 micron. You want the sump to fit your equipment, not smaller equipment to fit your sump.
Keep searching or get a quote from custom acrylic manufacturers. I used a standard 29 gallon tank from Petco's $1 per gallon sale they run every so often. But a 20 long would be fine. The 30 gallon would probably be best. I don't think Petco has a sku for the 30 though.
Keep searching or get a quote from custom acrylic manufacturers. I used a standard 29 gallon tank from Petco's $1 per gallon sale they run every so often. But a 20 long would be fine. The 30 gallon would probably be best. I don't think Petco has a sku for the 30 though.
This may sound foolished but could I not just put a larger bag on it? I really want to buy a prebuilt sump do you have a good recommendation on one? I specifically liked this one because of the width. Under my stand cannot fit 18" deep and 12" deep tank doesnt seem like it would fit many skimmers.
I don't have a recommendation. But my 29 gallon easily fits my RO NWB 150, heater, Eheim 1262, UV pump, Generic GFO/GAC reactor pump, generic water change pump and a 7 inch filter bag. My baffles are set at 12 inches to increase water volume, the skimmer is on a 6" stand to correct the water level and when my return pump is off I still have 3 inches to the top from where the display tank water back siphons into the sump. It cost me $29 for the tank, $5 for the GE I 100% Silicone and $10 for the 3 baffles that a local glass shop cut and polished for me. So $44 for a perfectly good sump or $280 for a pre built pretty sump. That's up to you. A sump serves a purposes, aesthetics are irrelevant if it's housed in the stand. That's my opinion anyways.
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It would be great to save the money on the sump but I am concerned about building it as I am not exactly DIY savvy and there is so many guides out there.
I will come back to the sump I may have to call a friend to help me build it and I would need to find a schematic for one.
Now to the RO/DI filter. I have the room to store extra water in barrels and a sink beside my washer dryer for making the water but I am not sure on what RO/DI unit to purchase.
I will come back to the sump I may have to call a friend to help me build it and I would need to find a schematic for one.
Now to the RO/DI filter. I have the room to store extra water in barrels and a sink beside my washer dryer for making the water but I am not sure on what RO/DI unit to purchase.
http://www.bulkreefsupply.com/brs-4-stage-value-plus-ro-di-system-75gpd-1.html
I read on other posts good reviews about this one. It has the PSI gauge, 4 stage system, meter reader and auto shut off. I don't think I would need to buy anything extra except buckets for it?
I read on other posts good reviews about this one. It has the PSI gauge, 4 stage system, meter reader and auto shut off. I don't think I would need to buy anything extra except buckets for it?
I actually found an neptune apex controller for sale at almost half price from this guy taking apart his tank for moving reason so I would like to buy an auto top off that was controller compatible. Is there anything specific I should be looking for with it or maybe a go to auto top off that most people go for?
People love the Tunze 3155. Mine is DIY gravity fed. RO to normally closed solenoid to float valve installed on a 20 gallon poly tank with a float switch inside. From the poly tank to the sump it goes to a normally open solenoid to an Eshopps float valve in the return section with a float switch (one in every body of water) in the sump to shut the solenoid if the valve were to stick open. If that failed then I programmed my Apex to close the solenoid if the Ph or Salinity were to drop past a specific point. You're going to need a Breakout Box with the Apex.
I should send you my PayPal email address. I'm making this too easy for you. Lol just kidding, I enjoy helping.
I should send you my PayPal email address. I'm making this too easy for you. Lol just kidding, I enjoy helping.
Alright so I have this list made so far.
Stand / Canopy - $250 {Bought}
90 Gallon Marineland Tank - $400 {Bought}
1x Photon 48" LED - $499 or 2x Photon 24" LED - $660 [The 2x 24" would look nicer hanging from the ceiling IMO]
1x EHEIM 1262 Pump - $160
2x EHEIM 150w Heater - $60
2x Jebao WP-25 $150 or 2x VorTech MP-40 [Looking for them used / NIB second hand]
1x Reef Octopus 150INT - $240 [Is there a better model Reef Octopus to buy?]
1x Electric Thermometer $10-20
2x Grounding Probe $20-40
1x Sump $100-$300 depending on DIY or Trigger System Ruby 30/36
1x BRS 4 Stage Value Plus RO/DI - $200
1x Tunze Auto Top Off - $200
1x Neptune Apex - $250-$500 depending on first or second hand
1x Overflow box - ??? Haven't found one need help
What am I missing on this list also is there anywhere I am overspending or could buy better product for $$
Stand / Canopy - $250 {Bought}
90 Gallon Marineland Tank - $400 {Bought}
1x Photon 48" LED - $499 or 2x Photon 24" LED - $660 [The 2x 24" would look nicer hanging from the ceiling IMO]
1x EHEIM 1262 Pump - $160
2x EHEIM 150w Heater - $60
2x Jebao WP-25 $150 or 2x VorTech MP-40 [Looking for them used / NIB second hand]
1x Reef Octopus 150INT - $240 [Is there a better model Reef Octopus to buy?]
1x Electric Thermometer $10-20
2x Grounding Probe $20-40
1x Sump $100-$300 depending on DIY or Trigger System Ruby 30/36
1x BRS 4 Stage Value Plus RO/DI - $200
1x Tunze Auto Top Off - $200
1x Neptune Apex - $250-$500 depending on first or second hand
1x Overflow box - ??? Haven't found one need help
What am I missing on this list also is there anywhere I am overspending or could buy better product for $$
The tank is not drilled but I plan on having a local glass cutter drill it. I need a good recommendation on overflow box for a drilled tank. I have not had the tank drilled yet because I do not know if the set up will be 1.5" or 1" and if I need 1 or 2 holes. Thank you for your input.
