Extreme Makeover: Sump Edition

That is some flow! Look at the water coming out of the teeth on your refugium. :eek: I guess with the basement application, noise isn't a factor.

Nice work, guys.
 
<a href=showthread.php?s=&postid=7636423#post7636423 target=_blank>Originally posted</a> by jeffreylam1132
Hi glaudds,

This is some nice work. Looks really clean and well thought out. One question, what is the probe at the baffle used for? I will definitely used this thread as a guide to build my sump when I'm ready. Thanks for sharing.

Jeffrey
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Thanks Jeffrey,

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There are actually two probe holders in the baffles, one is for a Pinpoint pH monitor (for tanks's pH), and the other is for a temperature probe I have hooked up to a Reefkeeper 2 controller.

Good luck with your new sump!
 
<a href=showthread.php?s=&postid=7636624#post7636624 target=_blank>Originally posted</a> by jjjimmy
Very nice work indeed. I just this last weekend did pretty much the same thing but my sump is larger because I have mine in my basement.

It is amazing how quick a good idea can catch on.
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jjjimmy,

LOL, brilliant minds think alike.... great job!!

But again, I must give props to Melev for all the great ideas on his site.

That is some serious flow you have going through your fuge and sump. How much is flowing through there?
 
<a href=showthread.php?s=&postid=7638805#post7638805 target=_blank>Originally posted</a> by glaudds
jjjimmy,

LOL, brilliant minds think alike.... great job!!

But again, I must give props to Melev for all the great ideas on his site.

That is some serious flow you have going through your fuge and sump. How much is flowing through there?
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Definately, props to Melev.

I am not exactly sure how much flow is going where. I have always just gone by eye and feel. I have one pump running everything on my system, a Sequence Manta Ray. If I am not mistaken it pushes almost 5200 gallons an hour at 4' of head and is a pressure rated pump.

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My old return pump was an Ampmaster 4700. It pulled 384w of power. Now I'm using a Little Giant that pulls 141w of power. I'm all about lower wattage when possible, which is why I run Tunzes and a VorTech.
 
I run the Tunze's as well but when you have about 35' of head between everything that one is running your pump options become limited.
 
Is your stand store bought or DIY? I want to cut a hole in the side of my Oceanic stand so my sump will be easier to get in and out. However, I wasn't sure if a huge hole would drastically compromise the integrity of the stand even though I plan on reinforcing it after I cut the hole. I personally would rather have doors on the ends of my stands than remove the center brace.
 
<a href=showthread.php?s=&postid=7640822#post7640822 target=_blank>Originally posted</a> by bthomas
Is your stand store bought or DIY? I want to cut a hole in the side of my Oceanic stand so my sump will be easier to get in and out. However, I wasn't sure if a huge hole would drastically compromise the integrity of the stand even though I plan on reinforcing it after I cut the hole. I personally would rather have doors on the ends of my stands than remove the center brace.
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My stand is a store bought Lee-mar stand. I contemplated removing the center brace also, but decided to cut a hole on the end. In doing so, I even had to about an inch from the 2x4's in the corners of the stand. I don't think I compromised the strength of the stand significantly in doing so. From what I understand, the attached skin of the stand also contributes alot to the overall strength.
 
<a href=showthread.php?s=&postid=7638850#post7638850 target=_blank>Originally posted</a> by jjjimmy
Definately, props to Melev.

I am not exactly sure how much flow is going where. I have always just gone by eye and feel. I have one pump running everything on my system, a Sequence Manta Ray. If I am not mistaken it pushes almost 5200 gallons an hour at 4' of head and is a pressure rated pump.
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Wow, how about a full sump shot with all the plumbing connected to that monster pump! I always like to see how people plumb their setups.

What size is that sump...it looks like a six foot 125 gallon tank.
 
<a href=showthread.php?s=&postid=7641421#post7641421 target=_blank>Originally posted</a> by bthomas
Good to know, thanks for the info - though I doubt my setup will turn out as good as yours did. Good work
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Thanks,
Good luck with your setup.
As my old woodshop teacher use to say........measure twice, cut once!!:D
 
<a href=showthread.php?s=&postid=7641453#post7641453 target=_blank>Originally posted</a> by glaudds
Wow, how about a full sump shot with all the plumbing connected to that monster pump! I always like to see how people plumb their setups.

What size is that sump...it looks like a six foot 125 gallon tank.
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I will see if I can get a pic of the entire sump installed. It is right inside the doorway of my equipment room and I may not be able to stand back enough to get a full shot.

My sump was not made out of a pre-existing tank like yours was. It was completely custom built. The actual size of my sump is
72" long, 15 3/4" wide, and 20" tall.
 
Hey Gordon, what's the dimension of your sump? I am in the process of purchasing a tank that I think match the dimension of your tank. BTW, I love your sump design and I have been searching for awhile for a nice sump but have not come across one yet.
 
<a href=showthread.php?s=&postid=10955937#post10955937 target=_blank>Originally posted</a> by jeffreylam1132
Hey Gordon, what's the dimension of your sump? I am in the process of purchasing a tank that I think match the dimension of your tank. BTW, I love your sump design and I have been searching for awhile for a nice sump but have not come across one yet.
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Thanks Jeffrey..how's it going? The sump was made from a standard 55 gallon acrylic tank (footprint 13 x 48). It has a height of 16 inches... if I remember correctly, I cut about 2 inches off the top of the old tank to make it.

I'm pretty happy with this setup...it works pretty good for me. Good luck on your new setup.
 
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