Direct Flow Problem. Need help Please?

prsnlty · Dec 1, 2014

Hi,

I have a 3/4" return that I can't adjust direction. It is causing too heavy direct flow towards some LPS and I can't move them. So, I have never used lockline but thinking that I can put a diverter of some sort on it to change the direction of the flow? Does anyone know what parts I would need to do this correctly?

Thanks

143MPCo · Dec 1, 2014

If you have the option and the socket on the return you can try using a loc-Line ball value like the ones in the below picture. this will slow the flow and allow you to adjust the direction.

Parts:

Male NPT Ball Valve for 3⁄4â€ Loc-Line Modular
3⁄4" Loc-Line Modular Hose (6 segments)

Either/or:

3â€ Flare Nozzle for 3⁄4â€ Loc-Line Modular Hose
Round Nozzle for 3⁄4â€ Loc-Line Modular Hose

prsnlty · Dec 1, 2014

Thank you

I have a ball valve on the return below the tank. I really don't want to slow the flow, just need to divert it. I guess i would need a fitting to fit the pipe end and that lock line will connect to. Maybe a double line that i can point 2 ways...

143MPCo · Dec 1, 2014

You might not need loc-line at all...

If you cut a 2-1/2" long piece of 3/4" PVC and add a 45-degree coupling at the end of it, thus allowing you to change the direction... it should fit tight enough that you wouldn't have to PVC glue it in.

prsnlty · Dec 1, 2014

That's what the idea was for this elbow. The problem is that once it was the water it won't move. It isn't glued at all... LOL So I thought that if I can get the right connector (hopefully unthreaded) I could put a loc-line Y on it and 2 hoses and direct it away with being able to adjust as needed. BUT I have only been able to find threaded connectors

143MPCo · Dec 1, 2014

Hmmm ok, i see... I don't know of any push to connect loc-line (well you know what I mean)... if that 45 is removable you can add a 3/4" female PVC adapter and the screw on loc-line return kit...

Parts:

Slip to thread^^

prsnlty · Dec 1, 2014

Hmmmm, might be able to do that

Thank you!

143MPCo · Dec 1, 2014

prsnlty said:
Hmmmm, might be able to do that Thank you!

Hope that helps... BTW, nice build thread... :thumb:

prsnlty · Dec 1, 2014

Yes, it did help, thank you and thank you also on the build thread! It has definitely been a learning process on this one

I have sanding and painting yet on the cabinetry then i can concentrate on the corals finally. .. I am so excited about getting it finished... up and running for 3 month tomorrow and we started it in March.