Acipenser 2012 nano contest entry.

[Enigma]

Very nice dimensions, indeed. Not only do you have lots of stand choices, you'll also have a lot of really nice lighting choices: that won't overhang the tank. Depending on how you do this, it might not even look like a nano.

[nanoreefnewbie]

Nice tank choice...tons of options

[Acipenser]

So I got some time to myself and went to J&L, I picked up my bulk head fittings. 2 - 1/2 bulkheads for the drain and 1 - 1/2 threaded fitting with nozzle for the return line, The 2 drain fittings have barbed ends and ill be going with clear vynl tubing. I also picked up a Eheim Compact Pump 1000. I am hoping to get about 10 x tank turn over in my sump.

I took some measurements and am planning to get some baffles cut for the sump I also need to go back to Rona and get the 1 1/8 diamond coated hole saw bit. plus some pvc primer and glue so far I am at just under $100.

[Acipenser]

used slim skim nano


Bulkhead fittings


sump

Eheim pump

[Acipenser]

I am having problems finding the proper sized (1 1/8") Diamond coated hole saw, other wise I would have the holes in and testing for leaks !

[reefwars]

very nice indeed

[fishoholic]

Originally Posted by Acipenser

sump

What size is your sump? Keep in mind we're only allowed 20g total water volume including display/sump/skimmer

[Enigma]

Hmm. Based on the photo, you're going to need to run the skimmer in your display. The water level for the skimmer should be about half way up the vents on the front at that top.

And, remember that you're going to have to leave enough room in the sump for the water to drain from the display in the event of a power/return pump failure (or if you just decide to turn the pump off). You can limit the backflow by ensuring that your returns are above the water in the display.

You may be able to fab something up that will let you use the skimmer in the sump, but I'm at a bit of a loss as to how it could be done.

You can check glass-holes.com for your holesaw. I've ordered from them in the past, and I've been pretty pleased with their products.

[Enigma]

Oh, I just had an idea. You could purchase an aquarium that is taller, and partition off a portion of it to ensure that your system meets the contest guidelines for volume. You could then use the partitioned off area for a fresh water reservoir if you build an ATO. That could leave you squeezing your equipment into a pretty small footprint, but it would keep all of the equipment in the sump.

[Acipenser]

Originally Posted by fishoholic

What size is your sump? Keep in mind we're only allowed 20g total water volume including display/sump/skimmer

sump is 5.5g , there will be less than 3g in it.