There are many ways to design a sump, and you will get various ways of doing so. I would suggest that you post a graphic of what you want to do, using correct deminsions and give as much detail to what you want to achieve. This way others can comment on it.
Filter socks - some use them, some don't... I personally do, as they do filter out particles too big for skimmers to break down.
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Setup: 180G DT, 105G Refuge (approx. 300lbs LR, 150lbs Aragonite)
Hardware: Super Reef Octopus SSS-3000, Tunze ATO, Mag 18 return, 2x MP40W, 2X Koralia 4's Wavemaker
Lighting: 5ft Hamilton Belize Sun (2x250W MH, 2X80W T5HO)
Type of Aquarium: mixed reef (SPS & LPS) with fish
Dosing: Mg, Ca, Alk
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