WTB: External pump rated 2300-3000gph

[DarkFORCE]

Does anyone have something like this for sale?

 

[j.d.moulder25]

I dont but I have seen them at home depot that are sold for ponds and such. I cant remember the exact price but I remember thinking it was a damn good price for a pump of that type. Perhaps check that out.

 

[clkwrk]

ATR carries Sequence pumps a dart can be had for around 200 or less or more can't remember but they are darn good pumps and pump around 3000gph with low head and transfer less heat than lets say and Ampmaster. However ATR will have any large pump you need.

I would stay away from normal pond pumps as their internals aren't designed for saltwater including seals.

 

[DarkFORCE]

I was thinking about doing a closed loop like moore_rb's



http://www.reefcentral.com/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=849973&perpage=25&pagenumber=2



Just not sure really what pump I should use for this.

 

[clkwrk]

Then you need a good pressure pump like an iwaki

 

[DarkFORCE]

The tank is a 90g. I have 2 center returns from the sump powered by a Mag 9.5.

What pump do you guys think I should get?

 

[clkwrk]

I would think a 1200 gph pump going to 2 educators would produce some kick arse flow

 

[DarkFORCE]

That is kinda what I was thinking about.

 

[Fliger]

I think a strong pump on a Wavysea would be better. ;-) It can handle 2,000GPH, and a Plus model can handle over 3,500GPH. Then again I'm not a big fan of lots of flow to the sump - but it you are, an oscillating device is nice.

 

[oct2274]

if you are going to use penductors or educators you should have a pressure rated pump. also you won't need 3000gph if you are using them because with a good pump they should increase flow 4-5 times of what is being put into them i believe. probably something in the 1000-1500 gph pressure rated would be good.

 

[DarkFORCE]

I am trying not to add much inside of the tank. The top of this tank has only 2 bulkheads for adding anything so I think the wavysea is out.

 

[oct2274]

if you aren't using penductors or educators you will want something like a sequence dart that has high flow, reasonably quiet, and is lower wattage

 

[DarkFORCE]

I was thinking about getting 2 penductors.

 

[DarkFORCE]

Should I get the Iwaki with the Japan motor or american?

 

[clkwrk]

Japan no doubt

 

[DarkFORCE]

What is the differnce? I see the Japan one is more.

 

[clkwrk]

Quality , longer life, better motor, quieter.

 

[DarkFORCE]

Well sounds like that is what I want then.

 

[Fliger]

I'm not trying to talk you into the WS - but they don't take any room in the tank, in most applications they take much less. They can also handle eductors/penductors. Just imagine having one ___ductor turning 180 across your tank. Its like having 20 of them that fire in sequence. Plus they are ajustable, you can move the WS all over your tank, and aim it anywhere you want. It's pretty cool, I have the 6100 on one, and I'm trying to decide if I want the sump return on the other. Best part is the versatility and no drilling. I have to get a vid of mine, its really incredible.

For the record I have seen several eductors in person and have never really been impressed. I'm not sure what pumps were driving them though. They did provide a wider path, but I didn't think the flow was anywhere near the multiple they claim. Just make sure you do it right so you don't have to relace your pump or your plumbing later.

 

[DarkFORCE]

How would you install these thought a 1" bulkhead? My tank top is pre-drilled with 2 1" bulkheads. Might be 3/4" also.