Closed loop plumbing?

[Lightsluvr]

We just purchased a tank which has holes and bulkheads for a closed loop. The (2) CL intakes are plumbed to a Reeflo Barracuda Gold pump...but I am clueless how to best set up a closed loop - is there a device that can distribute water to five returns in a CL system?

This photo shows the pre-drilled CL holes in the tank base:

Photo shows the CL drain and one of five returns:

Each of the returns has is own ball valve to control flow rate, but that doesn't get me from the 2" pump output to five returns...

Probably a dumb question, but what's the secret?

LL

 

[Lightsluvr]

Ocean's Motion

Ocean's Motion

I did some research and found the website for Ocean's Motion. Sounds like a solution for my situation.

Has anybody out there used one of these?

LL

 

[das75]

I'm been using their 4way for years and works great.

Nice thing about OM site is the WaterPix forum, lots of pictures for ideas.

 

[dj9264]

The 4-way is the best solution. OM/ Paul is great to talk with.

 

[sivert55]

i have two 4-ways and they have worked flawlessly for me since setup. Ditto on Paul's service ethic. I've called him at odd hours half a dozen times and he always answers and has the solution for me.

 

[DPalm3]

oceans motions are great. after you plumb the thing, it beats having power heads and cords cluttering your tank. the flow is amazing too!

 

[Lightsluvr]

Just like Fagan...

Just like Fagan...

I have been reviewing my situation...

Closer examination of the new tank seems to reflect there was an intention to put additional CL outlets in the rear corners of the tank. There are 1" holes drilled in the corners, apparently a perfect location for "Revolutions" devices offered by OM.

So that's five outlets in the tank bottom, two in the rear corners - a total of seven. Looks like the OM 8-way is the way to go, but what to do with the extra outlet?

LL