starting a 375g 96x30x30 tank

xinumaster

xinumaster

reef addict
I'm starting this thread so I can get more inputs and suggestions for my 375g project.

The tank dimension is 96x30x30 with two 12x30x5 overflows at both ends. I need help finding the right return pump to use. The setup will have two 1.5" drains and two 1" returns. Each returns will be connected to a 3/4" seaswirl. Will a sequence reflo dart good enough to use as a return pump for my setup?
 
Nanook, thanks for replying. 1.5" returns seems pretty big of a dia. Should I split each returns to two 3/4"? Will a sequence dart work for this setup?
 
I am going about the same size as you and i will be using a Dart for the return pump. My return will be on 2 wavy sea, so its 1.5" split to 2x1".
 
xinumaster...use pi times radius squared (area of a circle) when figuring plumbing pipe size reductions...you will find that 1.5" pipe has a flow area of 1.2 square inches and .75" pipe has a flow area of 0.3 square inches, so you need four .75" (3/4") pipes to equal one 1.5" pipe. A dart will work great for a sump return. I'm plumbing in one for a sump return and 2 for closed loops on my 390. You could split the return from the Dart into the two 1.5" returns and split each one into two 1" at the top. Just do the math before the plumbing.
Mike
 
Thanks mike, I calc the flow area for 1.5" to be 1.7sqin. update me after you had the dart setup. I'm still debating with myself whether I should go with dart or barracuda for my return. I'm finishing my tank drawing rightnow so I can give it to my tank manufacturer.
 
carpet changed to solid hardware floor

carpet changed to solid hardware floor

Fisrt part of the project is replacing my carpet flooring with solid hardward -- gee this hobby is really expensive. This would make it a lot easier for me to clean any spil and to avoid stinky smell from the skimmer from sticking on to the carpet. :mad:

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That is not me in the picture. That's my contractor.

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Here is the finished floor.


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:mad:
 
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tunze

tunze

bought a couple of 6100 with controller and magnet holders. These were used equipments that I bought for my coming setup. I heard that the 6100s can be converted to 6200 by replacing the transformer. Does anyone know what transfer part number used for 6200?

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If you want to broaden the flow of the 6100, you can use 6200 housings in place of the 6100 housings. I did that on my 120 to help with sand blowing.
 
wow nice floor man .. lets me know if you need help setting it up later on. I can help you put those PHs in the tank for you :D ..
 
ER CS12-1 skimmer

ER CS12-1 skimmer

Here the picture of the skimmer that will be use in this project. The skimmer is an Euroreef CS12-1 with sedra9000 and sedra5000 pumps. I hope to replace the sedra5000 with a 9000 series in the future. Or I might probably replace the whole thing with a BK.

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I'm planning to add a diy drain valve in the waste cup. Any idea how I should diy a drain and what parts I need?
 
are you going to put the tank directly on the hard wood floor(laminate)? I was told by a intaller that he whould not recomend anything on the floor that is to heavy.. he said that the floor needs to be able to expand and contract.. this was what i was origanaly going to do but i don't want to destroy my floor.
 
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