BulkHead Size?

[fishstix]

Having a new tank built 240 gallons
What size bulkheads would you go with on the returns? I will have one return on each side of the tank with 3/4 loc-line inside of the tank. Should I go with 1" bulkheads as that what my plumbing will be or should I use 3/4 bulkheads?

My pump is Abyzz A200

Thanks

 

[Feet4Fish]

At least 1” IMO. And I would make drains 1 1/2”

 

[JoshH]

At least 1” IMO. And I would make drains 1 1/2”

+1 on the 1" and instead of choking it to 1 3/4" run a 1" to 2 3/4" locline adapter and have 4 3/4" return lines

 

[fishstix]

Thanks for the feedback. The drains will be 1.5" if I do only 1" to 3/4 locline, what type of adapter do I use inside of the bulkhead? I assume just something that will reduce from 1" to 3/4?

 

[JoshH]

If you have threaded bulkheads you'll be looking at this...

1" x 3/4" Sch 40 PVC Reducer (T.T.) Bushing Mipt x Fipt 439-131

1" x 3/4" Sch 40 PVC Reducer Bushing is lightweight and easy to install. This bushing is non-toxic. Call PVC Fittings Online for a free quote or order online!

www.pvcfittingsonline.com

And slip bulkheads....

1" x 3/4" Sch 40 PVC Reducer Bushing Flush Style - Spig x Fipt 438-131

1" x 3/4" Sch 40 PVC Reducer Bushing Flush Style - Spig x Fipt 438-131 in stock now at PVC Fittings Online! Order today for speedy shipping!

www.pvcfittingsonline.com

If you're looking to go either the 1" locline or 1" to dual 3/4" lines or dual 1" have a look here...

Jumbo 1in Modular Hose | Vivid Creative Aquatics

vividcreativeaquatics.com

Or here...

1" Omni Flex Nozzle - Oceans Motions

Our Omni Flex nozzles come in 1" diameter MPT. They are currently shipping in a 3 section configuration. They are multi positional with the ability to move from zero to 135 degrees for unlimited applications and ease of use.

www.oceansmotions.com

 

[fishstix]

If you have threaded bulkheads you'll be looking at this...

1" x 3/4" Sch 40 PVC Reducer (T.T.) Bushing Mipt x Fipt 439-131

1" x 3/4" Sch 40 PVC Reducer Bushing is lightweight and easy to install. This bushing is non-toxic. Call PVC Fittings Online for a free quote or order online!

www.pvcfittingsonline.com

And slip bulkheads....

1" x 3/4" Sch 40 PVC Reducer Bushing Flush Style - Spig x Fipt 438-131

1" x 3/4" Sch 40 PVC Reducer Bushing Flush Style - Spig x Fipt 438-131 in stock now at PVC Fittings Online! Order today for speedy shipping!

www.pvcfittingsonline.com

If you're looking to go either the 1" locline or 1" to dual 3/4" lines or dual 1" have a look here...

Jumbo 1in Modular Hose | Vivid Creative Aquatics

vividcreativeaquatics.com

Or here...

1" Omni Flex Nozzle - Oceans Motions

Our Omni Flex nozzles come in 1" diameter MPT. They are currently shipping in a 3 section configuration. They are multi positional with the ability to move from zero to 135 degrees for unlimited applications and ease of use.

www.oceansmotions.com

Thanks for the links. I did not know about 1 in locline. Do you think running 1" from my pump will be ok? It come out of the sump and splits to the manifold then splits to each return. Well that what I was thinking.

 

[JoshH]

Honestly I'm not a huge fan of running a manifold off of a return pump but I would keep your return line at 1.5" and reduce as close to the tank as possible. The larger pipe will greatly reduce the friction on the water within the pipe and provide you with the best flow from your pump.