Is this the correct level?

[Reefrookie733]

It depends on what they are trying to accomplish and what pump they have. It's always best for pump longevity to not restrict it IMO. I have a controllable pump so I can vary the output without having to restrict the pump outflow. If your pump is oversized though, you don't have much choice.

This is a reeflo superdart Gold which (older model) that says it does

ReeFlo Super Dart Gold Saltwater water pump.

4300 GPH Max.
1/8 HP, Avg.
Watts 165
2 inch FPT inlet & 1-1/2 inch FPT outlet
Low Speed Motor (1725 RPM)
Quiet Operation
Low Heat Transfer Heavy Duty Silicon Carbide Saltwater Seal
Maximum head height is 12 feet (4.7 psi)
1.2 amps at 115 volts
Units are pre-wired with an 8-foot cord and molded 115V plug
3 year Warranty.
Cost Effective.

The ReeFlo Super Dart Gold Saltwater pump output can be restricted to provide a slower flow rate for smaller aquariums without affecting the pumps service life.

This pump is for external use only, it is not submersible.

Dimensions: 7 inches tall by 6.57 inches wide by 11 inches long.

 

[Reefrookie733]

It depends on what they are trying to accomplish and what pump they have. It's always best for pump longevity to not restrict it IMO. I have a controllable pump so I can vary the output without having to restrict the pump outflow. If your pump is oversized though, you don't have much choice.

Speaking of pumps. This one is older, maybe 8'ish years im guessing. I really should put a newer one on here before start the tank cycle i would think, and keep this one for a back up??

If so, what pump would you recommend?? I think i would like to keep it external since that is what i am plumbed for at the moment!
Thank you

 

[saltyhog]

Man, I don't have much experience with external pumps as I've only used submersible ones for my tank. I do use a Pan World for my mixing station and I can tell you it is way to noisy to use in a set up where the pump is in the room with the tank.

I didn't realize how big that pump was.....you will definitely have to choke it down some with only 3/4" drains.

 

[Reefrookie733]

Man, I don't have much experience with external pumps as I've only used submersible ones for my tank. I do use a Pan World for my mixing station and I can tell you it is way to noisy to use in a set up where the pump is in the room with the tank.

I didn't realize how big that pump was.....you will definitely have to choke it down some with only 3/4" drains.

Thank you!