JapanReef - 450 gallon In-Wall system
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The main return is the PanWorld which I will be replacing as it's just not quiet enough. It puts out about 1400gph and I think I'll swap it out for the Velocity T4 that puts out 1200gph. Every user says that pump is quiet (but hot).
I do have a bucket already hooked up to the skimmer so good idea on putting that float switch in there. I'm going to be switching it off at night meanwhile.
I do have a bucket already hooked up to the skimmer so good idea on putting that float switch in there. I'm going to be switching it off at night meanwhile.
Bax
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The Pan World is a mag drive pump isn't ??? If so I think it'll be OK from a short term of dry run. It ought to perform until you can replace it.
I have PW 50XPX on my 75, it's a lot quieter than my LG 3 MDQX-SC and an externally run Mag 9 I am using but I'd like something quieter.
I have PW 50XPX on my 75, it's a lot quieter than my LG 3 MDQX-SC and an externally run Mag 9 I am using but I'd like something quieter.
Bax
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Not Mag as in Supreme Mag but a magnetic drive. like Iwaki pumps. Here's the Pan World description from the Marine Depot site:
"Pan World Magnetic Water Pumps are built by a former chief engineer from Iwaki-Japan. It basically has the same specifications such as flow curves, high head pressure and reliability. It also features seal-free bearings and magnetic drive for trouble-free use."
In general magneticly driven can be throtled down without damaging the pump as they don't tear themselves apart internally (interms of impellers, shafts & seals) as typical centrifugal pumps might when presented with back pressure or if they run dry for a short period.
"Pan World Magnetic Water Pumps are built by a former chief engineer from Iwaki-Japan. It basically has the same specifications such as flow curves, high head pressure and reliability. It also features seal-free bearings and magnetic drive for trouble-free use."
In general magneticly driven can be throtled down without damaging the pump as they don't tear themselves apart internally (interms of impellers, shafts & seals) as typical centrifugal pumps might when presented with back pressure or if they run dry for a short period.
Slowly but surely. 
Have a few pics now, just need to scan them in. They depict the last few weeks anyway. The Derltec skimmer went crazy AGAIN when I was out for just 2 hours. Came home to another 50 gallons down the drain. Basically the thing is unusable until I get the float valve.
Have a few pics now, just need to scan them in. They depict the last few weeks anyway. The Derltec skimmer went crazy AGAIN when I was out for just 2 hours. Came home to another 50 gallons down the drain. Basically the thing is unusable until I get the float valve.
asnatlas
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<a href=showthread.php?s=&postid=6343290#post6343290 target=_blank>Originally posted</a> by NexDog
Slowly but surely.
Have a few pics now, just need to scan them in. They depict the last few weeks anyway. The Derltec skimmer went crazy AGAIN when I was out for just 2 hours. Came home to another 50 gallons down the drain. Basically the thing is unusable until I get the float valve.
50gal... WHOA, now that is skimming wet
ricordiaking
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wow nice thread, post some new updated pics.
melev
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<a href=showthread.php?s=&postid=6343290#post6343290 target=_blank>Originally posted</a> by NexDog
Slowly but surely.
Have a few pics now, just need to scan them in. They depict the last few weeks anyway. The Derltec skimmer went crazy AGAIN when I was out for just 2 hours. Came home to another 50 gallons down the drain. Basically the thing is unusable until I get the float valve.
This is absolutely why I recommend running a skimmer in-sump if at all possible.
Have you talked to Doug of Deltec to see if you can resolve this issue? He goes by diverdown1 on RC.
dougchambers
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Before you go with the Rebel XT, look at the Nikon D70 for a similar price point comparison. We have the D70 and played with my Sister-in-law's XT over Thanksgiving. The XT takes a nice picture, but even she commented that the D70 felt more solid and shot a sharp image. If you already have autofocus Cannon lenses, the XT will be a great camera for you.
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