What return pump would u buy??

xenon · #1 02-06-2015, 06:29 PM

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Originally Posted by rishu_pepper

Gonna go with the Jebao DCT12000 for my new build. Reviews seem to be good for its price/performance.

Can't beat Jebao for the price.

With that said, if you need warranty, be prepared to wait.

lastlight · #2 02-06-2015, 07:17 PM

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Originally Posted by xenon

With that said, if you need warranty, be prepared to wait.

having experience with both Royal Exclusiv and Deltec with warranty I can only chuckle at this even tho you're right. I think the only time we hobbyists ever get decent warranty service is with more common, mid-priced goods.

Dearth · #3 02-06-2015, 07:25 PM

I run a Mag 950 never had any issues with it in 18 months runs quiet and while it does run a little hot I take that as a bonus saves my heaters from over working themselves

Skimmin · #4 02-06-2015, 07:38 PM

I run a Jebao DCT 12000 at 100% on my 300 gal. Its been running since November with no issues. Super quiet and 85 watts at 100%. You could probably get away with running 60-70% and save some power too.

rishu_pepper · #5 02-06-2015, 08:17 PM

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Originally Posted by Skimmin

I run a Jebao DCT 12000 at 100% on my 300 gal. Its been running since November with no issues. Super quiet and 85 watts at 100%. You could probably get away with running 60-70% and save some power too.

Hey Skimmin, for my 165g (+55g sump) build, do you think I will need the DCT12000, or is that overkill? Maybe I can get away with one model down?

WarDog · #6 02-07-2015, 01:57 AM

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Originally Posted by rishu_pepper

Hey Skimmin, for my 165g (+55g sump) build, do you think I will need the DCT12000, or is that overkill? Maybe I can get away with one model down?

Brian, IMO overkill is good. Always better to have too much than too little. Plus you can always dial it down and/or tee off for reactors, chiller, etc.