ATO into tank instead of sump. Problem?

[pledosophy]

Am I going to run into problems having my ATO return to my display tank, specifically the over flow box of my display?

My reservoir is outside of the stand, so I have to leave a door cracked, and it lets out a bit of sound. If I return to the overflow box, I can keep my sump fully covered and the stand enclosed. It would be a lot quieter.

Any issues?

Thanks

 

[o2manyfish]

No. Adding to your overflow box is fine, as long as your overflow isn't going to have an issue with the additional flow.

Dave B

 

[WallyB]

Am I going to run into problems having my ATO return to my display tank, specifically the over flow box of my display?

My reservoir is outside of the stand, so I have to leave a door cracked, and it lets out a bit of sound. If I return to the overflow box, I can keep my sump fully covered and the stand enclosed. It would be a lot quieter.

Any issues?

Thanks

Doesn't matter where your ATO adds water, since it will always TOP up your system and water distributes.

What matters is where the ATO water level Sensor is.
That should always be in the return section where the water level drops as water evaporates.
I think you know this, just making sure.

 

[pledosophy]

Thanks guys. I was just making sure. 20 years, the ato has always returned to the sump, wasn't sure if there was a reason I forgot.

Thank you.