Newbie plumbing question

[Reefer James]

I am getting back into the hobby. I have an old 100gal acrylic tank I am going to drill for a sump. I only have room to plum it Durso style. So my question is what size drain and return would you recommend?

 

[Oscaror]

I am getting back into the hobby. I have an old 100gal acrylic tank I am going to drill for a sump. I only have room to plum it Durso style. So my question is what size drain and return would you recommend?

Welcome to R2R!

 

[cromag27 Verified Sponsor]

so no room for a herbie? not much more room required than a durso.

 

[David's Reef]

Does it have an overflow?.

 

[Reefer James]

no, its an old all in one with a back compartment. So I am going down through the bottom only enough room in the compartment for 2 pipes. it will fit 1.5 inch but I am wondering if i can get by with 1 inch.

 

[dugthefish]

Herbie with 2x1" drains, return over the back.

 

[Reefer James]

Okay so that just tells you how much I need help as a newbie, yes I plan to use the Herbie i just thought it was called Durso hahah....

thank you for your help. so 1" should be good?

 

[dugthefish]

Okay so that just tells you how much I need help as a newbie, yes I plan to use the Herbie i just thought it was called Durso hahah....

thank you for your help. so 1" should be good?

Should be fine. I would guess a 1" full siphon will move well over 1000 gph.

 

[Teri NewbieReefer]

Hi and Welcome to R2R! Glad someone quickly answered your question. These guys are great, listen to them and you will do well!