what is closed loop

mr.salt · 02/13/2007, 04:07 PM

benn reading alot about peeps switching over to these closed loop systems? what exactly is it and how do you go about setting one up etc. any links and info will be appreciated)

Henry Bowman · 02/13/2007, 04:14 PM

A closed loop is where a pump is used for circulation outside the tank, An external pump is plumbed with the suction side AND the outlet side in the main tank itself. Some folks use bulkheads or waterproof fittings to run an intake out of the tank and a couple returns into the tank near the top to increase flow within the tank. check out www.melevsreef.com and look for how he set one up without drilling the back of his tank.

mr.salt · 02/13/2007, 04:42 PM

wow.. thats just what i was looking for=) thanks!!! lol I might need to hire a plumber=)

02/13/2007, 04:07 PM	#1
mr.salt Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: NM Posts: 41	what is closed loop benn reading alot about peeps switching over to these closed loop systems? what exactly is it and how do you go about setting one up etc. any links and info will be appreciated)

02/13/2007, 04:14 PM	#2
Henry Bowman Reefing since '87 Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Allegheny Mountains of VA Posts: 2,162	A closed loop is where a pump is used for circulation outside the tank, An external pump is plumbed with the suction side AND the outlet side in the main tank itself. Some folks use bulkheads or waterproof fittings to run an intake out of the tank and a couple returns into the tank near the top to increase flow within the tank. check out www.melevsreef.com and look for how he set one up without drilling the back of his tank. __________________ Have a good'un Current Tank Info: 90 gl SPS dominant / upgrade in the works

02/13/2007, 04:42 PM	#3
mr.salt Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: NM Posts: 41	wow.. thats just what i was looking for=) thanks!!! lol I might need to hire a plumber=)