Overflow options??

eWarren · #1 03-03-2008, 05:28 AM

Has anyone out here use this CPR C-Siphon overflow?

I brought a 150g tank last Christmas. Back then, I did not think I need a sump. So I didn't get them to make me overflow. Now, I really feel like I can use a sump. The only option seems to me is the CPR C-Siphon overflow. But I also hear a good number of people who use this product and had flood.

Any suggestion at all?

fkshiu · #2 03-03-2008, 05:37 AM

Lifereef: the best HOB overflow - period.

eWarren · #3 03-03-2008, 05:56 AM

I live in Vancouver close to UBC. Where can I buy this Lifereef HOB overflow? and how is this better than CPR one? Flooding is my number one concern.

Sebae again · #4 03-03-2008, 06:01 AM

I've used a CPR overflow with the Aqualifter pump for a year now.No problems with overflow. Just use the same electrical spliter as your pumps so when your pumps are off,the Aqualifter is off.

eWarren · #5 03-03-2008, 06:08 AM

"Just use the same electrical spliter as your pumps so when your pumps are off,the Aqualifter is off."

What do you mean by "electrical splitter"? Is it another piece of equipment?

mseepman · #6 03-03-2008, 06:10 AM

I use a Hurricane overflow (www.hurricanefilters.com) and have done so for about 6 months with no problems what-so-ever. Got it on e-bay from them and it was a lot cheaper option.

eWarren · #7 03-03-2008, 06:54 AM

How does this one starts its siphon? and what happen after a power outage?

Sebae again · #8 03-03-2008, 06:57 AM

I use a splitter because it is more convenient so as not to forget to turn it off.It usually has about 6 outlets and costs about 8 or 9 bucks.

Sebae again · #9 03-03-2008, 07:01 AM

The Aqualifter starts the siphon .You leave enough room in your sump for any water that drains down.

Doug · #10 03-03-2008, 01:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by eWarren

Has anyone out here use this CPR C-Siphon overflow?

I brought a 150g tank last Christmas. Back then, I did not think I need a sump. So I didn't get them to make me overflow. Now, I really feel like I can use a sump. The only option seems to me is the CPR C-Siphon overflow. But I also hear a good number of people who use this product and had flood.

Any suggestion at all?

I,m moving this to the reefing forum for you.

All the reviews I have read, on the large US boards, favour the Lifereef overflows Fkshiu mentioned.

www.lifereef.com

if you wish to read about them. I have never used one, always drilled but its the only one I was going to use on my 90g.