Add refugium to sump?

[MartyF]

I have a 2 chamber plexiglass sump and I have been considering adding a refugium with macroalgae but not sure where and how to add. And advice? First chamber is over flow with skimmer, 2nd chamber is return. Would a HOB refugium help? There is not much room in either chamber. Or could I just add macro algae to 1st or second chamber? Just add a light ?

 

[cromag27 Verified Sponsor]

Have your local acrylic fabricator make you a small acrylic fuge box. just drop it in one of your chambers. I would not just add macro to any chambers that have pumps in them.

 

[Joeganja]

Well you want to have medium to low flow so the macro algae doesnt get tossed and turned and breaks apart. You also want it to be a breeding ground for copepods and amphipods. If you have the money and room and want modularity i recommend getting a larger sump with a built in refugium area.