Critique my sump design

[DvSkIn]

Here it is.. I plan on running a mag 7 back to the display, so I estimate anywhere from 450-550 GPH through this sump, do you guys think it will effectively dissapate the microbubbles.. ( I will be running a closed loop as well, I realize that a mag 7 will not be enough flow for a 90 gallon all by itself)

I also plan on putting the skimmer output on the same side as the input from the tank, concentrating all the water that is dropped in, to one side of the tank, whataya think!?!?


Oh yea, the picture is proportionate to the size of the tank, so that's what it will look like w/ the baffles in comparison to the other side of the tank


Chad

 

[dela]

I've been working on something kind of similar. One thing I did, was to make sure the skimmer and medea reactor(s) inputs and outputs are both connected to the sump input zone. That way you are not adding extra circulation to the sump for no reason. Otherwise you will speed up the water circulation through the sump and reduce the bubble trapping abilites.

 

[skyfireblaze]

I don't think that your two baffles in the input section are necessary. I think they'd just get in your way and limit the input sections usefulness. I'd get rid of them.

Other than that, it looks fine. Your typical over-under-over baffle setup might be a bit farther spaced than most, but that's probably fine, too. With the increased area, the velocity will go down, making it easier for the bubbles to rise and pop.

 

[RandyStacyE]

What do you think about this alteration of your design?

This will give you some bubble baffles and a larger area to put a skimmer, heaters etc...

The cool part to this setup is you can also place some sponge in between the baffles if bubbles are still a problem. Even better yet you could use a filter sock to eliminate bubbles and for mechanical filtration.

 

[RandyStacyE]

Better yet how about geting rid of a baffle for a larger area input area.

 

[dela]

I think your second design was better. You've lost one step in the process.

Also, where are the skimmer inputs/outputs?

 

[DvSkIn]

I do plan on using a filter sock..I was thinking of that second baffle as a bubble trap. I figured they'd float and have no where else to go but up?? no? I was also planning on letting the skimmer dump into the same place as the input from the tank, not a good idea??

I do like your first design, but the second one looks a little "baffleless" LoL. I dont know, it just doesnt seem like it will work.. I want to make sure this thing works, even if it is overkill, cuz I really would hate to drain and take the 90 off the dang stand agian, ya know!?

 

[RandyStacyE]

I assume you have an "out-of-sump" skimmer. I can't think of any reason why you can't direct your skimmer output in the same chamber. I've always done it that way.

Does your skimmer tend to give you lots of micro bubbles on the output?

 

[dela]

I think you want the skimmer input and output to both go to the first chamber. That way your sump will help contain any bubbles and you are not increasing the flow through the sump for no reason.