DIY Sump

SpateD · #1 03-21-2011, 01:48 AM

In the first 2 sections I want to have between 10-15" of water for the incoming from the display, and my skimmer, and the middle section will have 1-2" lower. Then the return section last.

Ross · #2 03-21-2011, 01:58 AM

It will be fine simply for the reasons that you mentioned.

I have a 22"wide x 7"thick x 22" deep tank from 6mm and its been fine for years.

SpateD · #3 03-21-2011, 02:23 AM

So..36" x 20" x 18" or 20" high.. With average 12" of water throughout.. With 3 baffles for 4 sections..

The Grizz · #4 03-21-2011, 03:23 AM

Have you thought about going acrylic? If you go glass with all the baffles you would be fine with 6mm (1/4") glass.

Leon71 · #5 03-21-2011, 03:23 AM

I had a 36"x18"x18" (50 gal) sump built for me a month back. The guy used 9mm glass throughout. A bit overkill for the baffles, but I think you might want to use 9mm for the tank and 6mm for the baffles. Error on the safe side. HTH. Leon

Ryan · #6 03-21-2011, 03:37 AM

My sump set up is all 6 mm. with all the baffles siliconed in there they prevent any bowing.

BTW what stores said they can only cut 6mm? I have bought 1/2 from Benchmark and they cut it on the spot for me.

SpateD · #7 03-21-2011, 07:46 AM

Every store here including benchmark has said they don't have someone on hand to properly cut 1/2" when I was doing my eurobrace.

Ryan · #8 03-21-2011, 01:28 PM

That sucks. I know Bruce will cut 1/2" as well if you bring him a piece.

Theres really no need for 1/2 on a sump though 6mm will be more than enough.