Sump Plumbing (extension of my build thread for quicker feedback)

[Nate Chalk]

Okay we have put the tank on the stand, Very Heavy, had a buddy help.

Plumbing is dry fit currently. Would like feedback if everything looks good or if I need to change anything (means ordering more parts, so hope not)

It's my first time running a sump so.... My main drain has the gate valve, the middle is the back up, and the other is the emergency. I haven't fitted the pipes inside the overflow box but will.

Follow the full build thread here, https://www.reef2reef.com/threads/72x30x18-diy-build-thread.772638/

 

[Nate Chalk]

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[Nate Chalk]

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[KStatefan]

I would change the return so it is not so far out

 

[Nate Chalk]

I would change the return so it is not so far out

I swapped the direction of the bulk head so its not so far out saved 2 inches, now its in line with the overflow box

 

[Nate Chalk]

I would change the return so it is not so far out

everything else looks good though?

 

[tippin.turtle]

Your "Emergency drain" appears to dump in the skimmer section above the foam pad. I prefer mine to dump in the return pump area. Personal preference.

 

[Nate Chalk]

Your "Emergency drain" appears to dump in the skimmer section above the foam pad. I prefer mine to dump in the return pump area. Personal preference.

ran out of pipe just a bit short

 

[KStatefan]

everything else looks good though?

Nothing else stands out to me. Make sure you add supports when you are done.

 

[fltt]

You don't need a check valve on the return line. Put your return closer to the top of the water so if the tank starts draining into the sump it will become air locked and stop draining. Or drill a small hole in the return just under the water surface.