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12-07-2016, 12:54 AM
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I don't have any drawings yet, and admittedly I wouldn't know how to add them to the post. I can try and learn, though
 )What if I did go with 2 drains and 2 returns, would a Fluval Sea SP4 pump be sufficient in your opinion? I've heard they are decently priced and quiet. Also, how long and thick should the overflow be? I'd like to place a power head on each side. (Not sure how to incorporate something like a gyro or MP40 there). 
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12-07-2016, 02:56 AM
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With your dimensions, you are looking for info on a 190g tank.
You're going to want somewhere between 630 and 1200gph return flow - 3.3x to 6.1x sump turnover for your skimmer. While a Bean overflow is best, a Herbie will suit just fine. Look online and read about both ... Bean Animal Overflow ... Herbie Overflow. Quiet return pump ... I've always been happy with an in-sump Eheim 1262, and it lasts forever. Only gives about 650-700gph after head loss with an under-tank sump, but runs like a champ and won't ever let you down as long as you keep it clean. And keep in mind ... tank return flow is only important where skimming is involved - hence the numbers above. What's important for SPS is in-tank flow. Power heads/propeller pumps are where you will spend your money. As for a DIY sump, look online and search not only for info, but also images Good luck, and start a build thread with lots of pictures!!
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12-07-2016, 03:24 AM
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So I did do some reading on the herbie vs bean animal and I really would prefer to use the bean animal method, but is it possible at all to incorporate it completely inside the tank with the drains going down right into the sump? That way there's no worries about leakage from the external plumbing onto the floor....
I've been trying to figure out if its feasible but haven't come across that info yet.
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12-08-2016, 12:00 AM
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12-07-2016, 01:55 PM
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If you're going for an internal overflow, I would just go for a herbie IMO.
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12-07-2016, 03:58 PM
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I really like the bean animal idea so I've decided to go with it, even though it means having some lines outside the tank. The quietness and safety of it over rules my worries about the pvc joints leaking.
I guess I can always have the sump offset underneath as extra security.
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12-07-2016, 08:31 PM
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I run three drains two returns. Three baffles in the sump and a gate valve on the main drain and just a ball valve on the second and none on the emergency.
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12-12-2016, 03:38 AM
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I am definitely going with the external bean animal, thanks. And the tank may even be as big as 210 gal - working out the details as we speak but getting closer every day!
So the inside overflow part will be approx 22" long (probably with a split return) with 5-6" on both either side for power heads. I currently have 2 Jebao's running on my 105g DT and am overall pretty happy with them. They're quieter than my MP40 was, at least, but what I'd like to eliminate is the introduction of the electrical currents inside the DT if possible. My concern is also having enough flow for the SPS as they are the corals I will have the most of. (Currently the same Suggestions?
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