Return Pump Suggestions

TheReefGeek · #1 04-12-2006, 08:08 PM

Ya that is the best you can do.

Oh and I don't consider anything "massive" unless it is bigger than my skimmer

Funky_Fish14 · #2 04-12-2006, 08:12 PM

Comparable to other spray injection skimmers, its large, haha. What do you have?

You'd asked about flow/volume plans for the sump, I appologize for the long reply post to that, im trying to consider whether my planning is adequte, any input? Would the pump cause too much flow for my anticipated sump size? Thanks!

Chris

TheReefGeek · #3 04-12-2006, 08:23 PM

Depends on the length of the sump, and the number of baffles you install. I run an ASM G6 (48" tall, 3xSedra 9000 needlewheel pumps)

I would drill the tank and run your in-line pump as a closed loop and use a way smaller pump for your return, like 400gph after head pressure.

Ruth · #4 04-12-2006, 08:23 PM

Oh I can't resist Rory - I want to talk big skimmer - my Bubble King 500 should be here next week!

TheReefGeek · #5 04-12-2006, 08:26 PM

Wow, what did you pay for it with shipping and all?

Ruth · #6 04-12-2006, 08:28 PM

Lots and shipping was free because I already have a BK 400 ext.

TheReefGeek · #7 04-12-2006, 08:29 PM

You running internal or external? Is it worth the extra $$$ over other skimmers?

Ruth · #8 04-12-2006, 08:30 PM

You can pm if you want more info as I don't want to hijack this thread.

Funky_Fish14 · #9 04-12-2006, 08:35 PM

How big will the BK be Ruth?

I will likely have minimal baffles. Maybe 2 or 3, otherwise, the sump will be fairly open. I'll push for 30" lenth. I guess I should think about the 800gph pump instead. Im not to keen on a CL right now, but can give it some thought. I really want the skimmer to have lots of new water though, would 400gph really be adequate through the sump in a system with a volume of say 118g? If so, I guess I could use the blue-line as a CL and a Mag 7 as a return?

Thanks for all the input!

Chris