Do I need a sump for my 44 gallon reef tank?

[agREEFs]

Hello, Everyone! I was wondering if I need a sump for my new 44 gallon reef tank? I have a fluval 307 currently that connects into the tank (under it). I will also be installing a coral life skimmer. I have no fish yet and adding live rock this weekend. I would really appreciate the help.

 

[JC1977]

You don’t “need” a sump but man do they make life easier! I assume the tank isn’t drilled?

 

[agREEFs]

You don’t “need” a sump but man do they make life easier! I assume the tank isn’t drilled?

There are 2 holes. So it is technically drilled. It has 2 openings for pipes where a Fluval 307 is connected.

 

[Sebastiancrab]

The hole(s) may not be in the right place for an overflow box but you could check and have one specifically made. I am glad I have a sump for my 40 breeder.

 

[pap2]

The hole(s) may not be in the right place for an overflow box but you could check and have one specifically made. I am glad I have a sump for my 40 breeder.

me too

 

[agREEFs]

The hole(s) may not be in the right place for an overflow box but you could check and have one specifically made. I am glad I have a sump for my 40 breeder.

Thanks! I’ll check. I know sumps are nice for convenience and looks.