How to do a sump right???

Saltie · 07-30-2006, 12:47 AM

Hi, I have a question for the experts….

I am planning on upgrading my 50 gallon reef tank to an 80 gallon reef tank. I have an old 40 gallon tank that I am not using any more and can fit it in the stand under the 80 gallon.

My question is, should I set it up as a sump? If so, how?

I have never used a sump before. I have about 158 pounds of live rock, a protein skimmer, and a small hang on refuge.

**The R/C Man** · 07-30-2006, 03:38 AM

There are many ways to build/design a sump. For me simple is better. Less complicated the set up the less chance of complications down the road. With that being said, look at pictures of others set ups and go from there. Using a 40 gallon tank is a great idea. It can be partitioned with acrylic and incorporate a refugium etc. For one idea check out my link for my new tank. The sump plan in straight forward and should get you started. TOTW 05-17-05 375 Gallon Tank and Sump Plans

tray262 · 08-01-2006, 04:45 PM

Do you want to include a refug also or just a sump ?

Boostable · 08-01-2006, 08:55 PM

Have a look here... give you some ideas... really depends on what you are trying to accomplish.

220g Tank - At Last!!!

JW

PJSea · 08-02-2006, 11:38 PM

There's a lot of info out there on sumps. Here's one that provides useful info
http://www.melevsreef.com/what_sump.html

07-30-2006, 12:47 AM	#1
Saltie Tenant Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: California Posts: 94	How to do a sump right??? Hi, I have a question for the experts…. I am planning on upgrading my 50 gallon reef tank to an 80 gallon reef tank. I have an old 40 gallon tank that I am not using any more and can fit it in the stand under the 80 gallon. My question is, should I set it up as a sump? If so, how? I have never used a sump before. I have about 158 pounds of live rock, a protein skimmer, and a small hang on refuge.

07-30-2006, 03:38 AM	#2
The R/C Man Moderator Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Spokane WA Posts: 741	There are many ways to build/design a sump. For me simple is better. Less complicated the set up the less chance of complications down the road. With that being said, look at pictures of others set ups and go from there. Using a 40 gallon tank is a great idea. It can be partitioned with acrylic and incorporate a refugium etc. For one idea check out my link for my new tank. The sump plan in straight forward and should get you started. TOTW 05-17-05 375 Gallon Tank and Sump Plans __________________ Greg 25 gallon reef with 20 gallon sump/fuge 375 gallon reef with 100 gallon sump/fuge: under construction Over time science has shown that the simplest answers are usually the correct ones.......

08-01-2006, 08:55 PM	#4
Boostable Citizen Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Lake Mary, FL Posts: 169	Have a look here... give you some ideas... really depends on what you are trying to accomplish. 220g Tank - At Last!!! JW __________________ It's not a hobby, it's an addiction! _____________________________ Jack

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