tiffyreefer
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I am setting up a 125 softie reef and I need some quick advice on which option would be best and if I should try to get the larger drain to fit.
My opinion on sump flow is that slower flow is more desirable for skimming purposes. I will use MP40s for tank flow instead of relying on sump turnover.
Option 1: 1.5 inch bulkhead reduced to a 1 inch pipe, (my working space is a bit restricted once I get into the basement with the pipe) and a one inch return. Instead of an emergency drain, I will use a bulkhead low profile screen.
Option 2: 1.5inch drain (probably oversized and hard to wiggle in the rafters)1 inch return, both plumbed through the glass.
I have a little giant pump rated at 1500 gpm (9 ft of head, 20 foot horizontal run.
Should I try to make a 1.5 inch drain work or will I be fine with the 1 inch reduced pipe?
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My opinion on sump flow is that slower flow is more desirable for skimming purposes. I will use MP40s for tank flow instead of relying on sump turnover.
Option 1: 1.5 inch bulkhead reduced to a 1 inch pipe, (my working space is a bit restricted once I get into the basement with the pipe) and a one inch return. Instead of an emergency drain, I will use a bulkhead low profile screen.
Option 2: 1.5inch drain (probably oversized and hard to wiggle in the rafters)1 inch return, both plumbed through the glass.
I have a little giant pump rated at 1500 gpm (9 ft of head, 20 foot horizontal run.
Should I try to make a 1.5 inch drain work or will I be fine with the 1 inch reduced pipe?
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