Sump feedback

[sgallagher7]

Im a newbie that has done a great deal of thread reading. Got the 75 drilled, pump and skimmer arriving, and working on the sump. Could I get some feedback on what you reef veterans think of this set-up. I have the 30 breeder, and will be doing the baffle placement myself.

 

[sgallagher7]

I guess a picture would help. Sorry bout that. Trying to post one.

 

[Danger731]

Just beware of overflow into the return pump chamber so you don't get bubbles. Blaffle it right, look at my sump, if I keep enough water height in the return I don't get bubbles.

 

[sgallagher7]

 

[sgallagher7]

 

[sgallagher7]

Sorry bout all the post. Trying to get a picture up. For viewing its in my gallery. Hope you can give me some feedback. Im a true newbie. Even with the picture thing.

 

[sgallagher7]

 

[jer77]

Looks like a good simple sump plan. You should check out http://www.melevsreef.com/allmysumps.html
to see other plans or plumbing details.

 

[sgallagher7]

Thanks for the link. He has lots of different styles and configurations. Was wondering if all 3 down baffles should be the same height or should the first baffle (closest to the sump) be higher?

 

[jer77]

The first baffle(from left to right) should be the height which is best for your skimmer's performance. You should find this out before assembling the sump.

 

[jer77]

For my RS-80 the height is 8'', so I believe 9'' will be a good height for that skimmer.

 

[sgallagher7]

Thanks. Havnt put that baffle in yet. Should be getting the skimmer in a few days. I read melev's recommendation on the deeper the water the better for the skimmer. I also read what you have said. Its a bit confusing, but the majority of threads have agreed with your statement of keeping it where euroreef recommends. What is the "usual" depth of skimmer water?

 

[sgallagher7]

My skimmer is only 20" high with an 8" body. Im thinking i may have to build an eggcrate platform for it

 

[jer77]

That is an option. I believe the RS135 is actually 24'' tall with an 6'' body. Compared to the RS80 which is 22'' high and a 5'' body.

 

[jer77]

I'm not sure if the specs between the 2 skimmers is different so I'd wait to read the manual or email where you ordered it from.

 

[sgallagher7]

Thanks. Bought the skimmer used. The seller gave me the dimensions, but wasnt quiet sure what model it was. The skimmer is 2 years old.