sandpipe photo?

[Steverino]

Anybody got a photo of a sandpipe for an overflow setup? Thanks! Not sure I have what I need.

 

[Qwiv]

Their is one in my Gallery.

 

[Steverino]

I guess I just don't get it.....

http://www.cyberreefguru.com/general/overflow/overflow.html

I am trying to understand how I would keep the siphon going if the power goes off then comes back on, the link above uses "sandpipe" not "standpipe". I thought this explanation was for a tank that as not drilled. I am new to the overflow and sump concept since I am new to saltwater tanks, and I don't get the standpipe concept here.

 

[SCR]

I'am lost too. Never heard of a "sandpipe"

 

[dngspot]

I use this in my external overflow.

I have pictures of the pipe disassembled in my gallery.

 

[javatech]

Do you mean standpipe ?

 

[dngspot]

Yes, the standpipe is the white pipe in the overflow.

 

[latazyo]

here is mine

I advise making sure it'll fit in your overflow before you build it...I didnt, but I got lucky and it barely fit


here are instructions from the inventor himself as well as a great diagram
http://www.rl180reef.com/180/pages/standpipe/construct.htm

 

[Steverino]

so someone explain how it helps keep the siphon going in the event of a power failure as they mention in that link above? I understand how the entire system works as a whole, but not this particular part of it.

 

[cmacld]

are you using a hang on back overflow or a intank?

 

[Steverino]

neither yet, just doing research before I take the plunge....

 

[Mr James]

<a href=showthread.php?s=&postid=8111251#post8111251 target=_blank>Originally posted</a> by Steverino
neither yet, just doing research before I take the plunge....

You know about this place correct?? http://www.dursostandpipes.com/

 

[daywn]

the interenal overflow with a stand pipe will automatically drain as long as your return pump doesn't out run your drain.a hang on back shouldn't lose prime unless you get air in your u-tube.it will automatically start draining when your inside half fills back up.as long as your return doesn't out run your drain with this set-up to.