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I am about to plumb the return for my 96 gallon reef. I am using a Varios 6 pump, and I plan to run a manifold off this pump in addition to the return for the tank. The return bulkheads for my tank are 3/4" X2. The Varios 6 can push 1700 GPH. 'd like to maximize my flow and have the following questions:
Thanks in advance for advice and feedback. If you have relevant sump plumbing pics to share please do so! I always find this extremely helpful.
- The Varios comes with 1 1/4 union for the outflow. Does it matter when I reduce my plumbing down? Am I better off starting with 1 1/4", then reducing down to say 1", then reducing down to 3/4" for the returns and the manifold?
- Should I stay at 1" and "T" off for the manifold and returns, then reduce down?
- I was planning on using a wye check valve on the 3/4" returns. My plan was to install the valve, then split the 3/4" line to feed both 3/4" bulkheads. I figured this way I only have one potential failure point to clean instead of 2.
Thanks in advance for advice and feedback. If you have relevant sump plumbing pics to share please do so! I always find this extremely helpful.