Sump build

[Reefman603]

Hey everyone so I built a sump out of a 10 gallon tank that will filter my 20 gallon long reef tank/ frag tank. It’s a very simple setup with 3 baffles, which one of the baffles makes the bubble trap. Skimmer is located in the center and return pump on the right side. I don’t have it plumbed yet and plan to do so soon I’m planning on using 1 inch pvc for the intake and return, and filter pads and bio balls, plus some small pieces of live rock for the filter media, and suggestions on plumbing or filter media or my sump setup in general?

 

[Peace River]

It looks like you used a pretty traditional design. You may want to include a short piece of soft hose (silicone or similar) in the return line (usually at the pump) to minimize vibration in the main tank. Additionally don’t forget to mark a max fill line and a min water line once you have it setup with water. Good luck!

 

[Reefman603]

It looks like you used a pretty traditional design. You may want to include a short piece of soft hose (silicone or similar) in the return line (usually at the pump) to minimize vibration in the main tank. Additionally don’t forget to mark a max fill line and a min water line once you have it setup with water. Good luck!

Okay thank you will keep that in mind!