Sump tank or no sump tank

[N1tew0lf1212]

I just built this beauty for my 55 was cheaper for me working at a glass facility to diy but was able to make a 29g for the 55. First time sump for me and excited to be able to do things hob and canisters could not.

 

[sailfish13]

If you could fit a 20 and it not be crammed I’d recommend doing it versus a 10. 10 gallon tank won’t add much water volume since it won’t be completely filled and also the smaller footprint versus a 20 will limit the equipment you can fit in there.

I should have room. I need room for the ATO tank. The main reason a 10 is $69 and a 20 is $159. IDK. Might be worth it to have the extra insurance with all the livestock I will put

 

[N1tew0lf1212]

I would def. Go with a 20g long if you can swing it will help with room for equipment.

 

[Idech]

Thats beautifu. Is that 4 fluval lights?

Thank you. Yes, those are 4 x AI Prime 16 HD.

 

[sailfish13]

I just built this beauty for my 55 was cheaper for me working at a glass facility to diy but was able to make a 29g for the 55. First time sump for me and excited to be able to do things hob and canisters could not.

I wish I had the time and tools. Cheaper to buy a sub par unit and hope it’s adaptable

 

[sailfish13]

Thank you. Yes, those are 4 x AI Prime 16 HD.

 

[sailfish13]

I love my new AL hydra 32HD. It was a big upgrade from the fluval Nano reef light. But the spending continues

 

[TheyGaveItToMe]

Thank you. I was also thinking of canister. I want to add a skimmer and plant chamber down the road. So I think sump is it. I was thinks a 10 gallon is big enough for a 50 gallon tank.

A 10 gallon gives you 5 gallons of water volume, and not much room. You can see mine in my build. I would go 20 long at a minimum. Bigger is better.

 

[Sebastiancrab]

Thank you. I was also thinking of canister. I want to add a skimmer and plant chamber down the road. So I think sump is it. I was thinks a 10 gallon is big enough for a 50 gallon tank.

I would get a 20 gallon mimimum for a tank that size. I have a 40 breeder with a 20 gallon sump. You will need that size for the equipment.