Timothy Davis
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Hey Fellow Reefers!
My name is Tim. After roughly a year of running a 20G nano tank, I decided to upgrade to a larger tank. Initially I was just looking for a 40 breeder, but luckily came across a 150 gallon bow tank, with a sump, stand, and a couple other goodies that will be listed below. Best thing about this setup, it was FREE. So, why not make the leap to 150 Gallons? First I had to do some cleaning using vinegar. and since the stand was not water proof, it was very damaged from the humidity caused by the sump. I am going to have to build a new stand, so if anyone has any stand builds they would like to share I would love to see it! The tank has a ghost overflow, that uses the Bean Animal drain method. I am going to re-plump with new plumbing, but I need help! Below is my CPR sump measurements, and I want some input on how I should set this up. I have the following equipment I would like to implement, I just do not know where to put them and how to tie them in.
Korallin BioDenitrator Nitrate Filter S-1502
(2) Two Little Fishies PhosBan Reactor 150's
Reef Octopus BH300 HOB Skimmer
Filter Sock Holder
Active Aqua Chiller 1/10HP
Sump Design Explained:
-Between section 'D' and 'C' is a baffle that is just shy of the same height of the sump, and runs from bottom to top. 10 Inches from the top of that baffle is a slit that is 8" long X 1" tall.
-Between Section 'C' and 'B' is a baffle that runs from the bottom of sump to 2.5" below the top of sump.
-Between Section 'B' and 'A' is a baffle that runs from top of the sump and stops 2" from the bottom (Bubble trap area)
-The outer wall to section 'A' is a hole with a bulk head drilled about 12" from the top of the sump.
I am thinking that section 'D' will house the drain lines and filter sock. The Skimmer will hang on the wall of section 'C'. (This skimmer is dual pump) Since there is a bulkhead in section 'A' would I need an external return pump? Where will the reactor and nitrate filter go? and Chiller? Should there be a refugium? Any help is very appreciated. I will update as decisions are made.
My name is Tim. After roughly a year of running a 20G nano tank, I decided to upgrade to a larger tank. Initially I was just looking for a 40 breeder, but luckily came across a 150 gallon bow tank, with a sump, stand, and a couple other goodies that will be listed below. Best thing about this setup, it was FREE. So, why not make the leap to 150 Gallons? First I had to do some cleaning using vinegar. and since the stand was not water proof, it was very damaged from the humidity caused by the sump. I am going to have to build a new stand, so if anyone has any stand builds they would like to share I would love to see it! The tank has a ghost overflow, that uses the Bean Animal drain method. I am going to re-plump with new plumbing, but I need help! Below is my CPR sump measurements, and I want some input on how I should set this up. I have the following equipment I would like to implement, I just do not know where to put them and how to tie them in.
Korallin BioDenitrator Nitrate Filter S-1502
(2) Two Little Fishies PhosBan Reactor 150's
Reef Octopus BH300 HOB Skimmer
Filter Sock Holder
Active Aqua Chiller 1/10HP
Sump Design Explained:
-Between section 'D' and 'C' is a baffle that is just shy of the same height of the sump, and runs from bottom to top. 10 Inches from the top of that baffle is a slit that is 8" long X 1" tall.
-Between Section 'C' and 'B' is a baffle that runs from the bottom of sump to 2.5" below the top of sump.
-Between Section 'B' and 'A' is a baffle that runs from top of the sump and stops 2" from the bottom (Bubble trap area)
-The outer wall to section 'A' is a hole with a bulk head drilled about 12" from the top of the sump.
I am thinking that section 'D' will house the drain lines and filter sock. The Skimmer will hang on the wall of section 'C'. (This skimmer is dual pump) Since there is a bulkhead in section 'A' would I need an external return pump? Where will the reactor and nitrate filter go? and Chiller? Should there be a refugium? Any help is very appreciated. I will update as decisions are made.
