Return nozzle and stuff
- Thread starter joejenn06
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Hi there JoeJenn06! Regarding your water flow, the minimum that most will say is about 10 - 20 times the water volume, so for a 40 gallon, you are looking at 400gph - 800gph return pump. I would start with that number to locate a return pump that meets the 400gph - 800gph criteria.
Side question: Are you going to have a sump or not?
It looks like you can filter searches on BRS, so I searched for submersible pumps (assuming it would go in your sump) and selected pumps that have a flow rate of 501 - 750 GPH, which gives you 7 options from $58-160.
You'll notice that these have a threaded port (think....water hose). The size/dimension of that port is the size tubing you'll need.
Honestly, if BRS is where you want to order this stuff from, I'd simply call them and ask so they can put the kit all together for you. Otherwise, you can buy the pump and then just visit your local hardware store for correct sizing.
tl/dr: 400gph - 800gph return pump. The loc-line flare nozzle will connect to the modular hose segments and then the modular hose segments will connect to tubing or pvc, which will then be connect to the return pump. Make sure you get the same size nozzle and hose segments.
Side question: Are you going to have a sump or not?
It looks like you can filter searches on BRS, so I searched for submersible pumps (assuming it would go in your sump) and selected pumps that have a flow rate of 501 - 750 GPH, which gives you 7 options from $58-160.
You'll notice that these have a threaded port (think....water hose). The size/dimension of that port is the size tubing you'll need.
Honestly, if BRS is where you want to order this stuff from, I'd simply call them and ask so they can put the kit all together for you. Otherwise, you can buy the pump and then just visit your local hardware store for correct sizing.
tl/dr: 400gph - 800gph return pump. The loc-line flare nozzle will connect to the modular hose segments and then the modular hose segments will connect to tubing or pvc, which will then be connect to the return pump. Make sure you get the same size nozzle and hose segments.
JohnnyHildo
Member
i'm actually not using anything on my return bulkhead at the moment either.
here are the parts you need:
you can get by fine without the wide diffuser piece too.
davehead86
New member
You have to have the return pipes higher than the water so it doesn't reverse drain when the power shuts off. Doesn't this add a ton of bubbles to the display?How do you prevent that from happening?
JohnnyHildo
Member
not true.
you keep the return line slightly below the waterline. you have to make sure that the overall volume of your system can handle the amount drained back on power outage. no bubbles necessary.
what size would you recommend?
I have a this for my overflow
http://www.ebay.com/itm/1200-GPH-AQ...115641?hash=item3aab9a3e79:g:vncAAOSwEeFU~HkO
I have a this for my overflow
http://www.ebay.com/itm/1200-GPH-AQ...115641?hash=item3aab9a3e79:g:vncAAOSwEeFU~HkO
JohnnyHildo
Member
as mentioned previously, i don't have anything in my bulkhead.
i your case you bought a 1" bulkhead return so you likely need a reducer from 1"-3/4" or perhaps smaller. i assume if you had to go smaller you'd have to adapt it down again depending on whatever size of line you plan to go with.
i your case you bought a 1" bulkhead return so you likely need a reducer from 1"-3/4" or perhaps smaller. i assume if you had to go smaller you'd have to adapt it down again depending on whatever size of line you plan to go with.
gone fishin
New member
If your return is 1/2 inch then I would get the 1/2 inch locline setup. As far as nozzles I like the flare nozzles and use them on my tank. I think the flare nozzles help to spread the return flow out. FWIW my nozzles are about 2 inches below the surface. The drain back amount was factored into my sump baffle height to accommodate the drain back. My powerheads do most of the work as far as the flow in the DT goes. Just my 2 cents good luck.
JohnnyHildo
Member
^ i like his 2 cents better than mine.
fishgate
Active member
You mean the Jebao DC-12000? If so, way over-powered for your needs.
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