150 Gal Saltwater help and info

Saltdog813 · 04/26/2009, 08:30 AM

I just purchased a Marineland 150 Gal Dual Corner-Flo tank.
What size Sump do I need for this tank? Places to buy and what to look for? I dont want to do the reef thing I want to have more fish than live rock. I have also had people tell me that you can build your own sump for alot cheaper.

Fish_wiz2 · 04/26/2009, 08:41 AM

I recommend at least a 40 gallon sump whether from a pre-made or homemade. If you want to save money then make a sump out of a 40 breeder tank-good size and easy to work with. make sure though you can fit it under your stand as that hits many on the head, hard. hope that helps Wiz

Sisterlimonpot · 04/26/2009, 08:44 AM

Let Me Officially

You To Reef Central

Well, as far as sump size the bigger the better I always say. I would get something that will fit under the tank stand and at least big enough to house all your equipment (skimmer, heaters, pumps etc. If you are going Fish only (and a lot for that matter) you are going to need a good bio-filtration. And that is usually done with live rock. Since you want a lot of fish which equals a big bioload I would suggest you go with a lot of LR to handle such a large community 1-1.5 lbs per gallon. A skimmer is almost a must as well... Youâ€™re going to want one that is rated for at least twice your water volume.
As far as lighting, You wonâ€™t need anything spectacular because of the fish only set upâ€¦ for that itâ€™s all preference of what you want and the color you like.. Good luck with your tank build

Saltdog813 · 04/26/2009, 09:02 AM

Thanks for all the info. Fish Wiz2 what all is needed to build this sump besides the tank. I know I can get cut glass from Lowes to go in it but like how do I set it up? Intake hoses, Bio ball box here etc etc
I have a great amount of space under the tank.So space is no problem. With the dual corner flo 4 holes 2 in each rear corner what type of tubing is needed to connect from tank to sump. I have every thing for the top pluming wise the bottom is where im a lil slim.

Sisterlimonpot · 04/26/2009, 09:09 AM

Here you go Salty,
If you're going to build a sump I would make it out of acrylic, but what was suggested as well is to get a glass tank and put baffles in it where you want. Either route you go check out this site. Marc makes everything out of acrylic but if you choose to go with a glass tank the concept is the same:

http://www.melevsreef.com/allmysumps.html

stylolvr · 05/03/2009, 09:28 AM

Hey Jack,

Just found your thread. Let me know if you need any help getting everything set up!

Jamie

04/26/2009, 08:30 AM	#1
Saltdog813 Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Apollo Beach FL, Posts: 144	150 Gal Saltwater help and info I just purchased a Marineland 150 Gal Dual Corner-Flo tank. What size Sump do I need for this tank? Places to buy and what to look for? I dont want to do the reef thing I want to have more fish than live rock. I have also had people tell me that you can build your own sump for alot cheaper.

04/26/2009, 08:41 AM	#2
Fish_wiz2 Mangroves are kool. Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Chicago Posts: 5,246	I recommend at least a 40 gallon sump whether from a pre-made or homemade. If you want to save money then make a sump out of a 40 breeder tank-good size and easy to work with. make sure though you can fit it under your stand as that hits many on the head, hard. hope that helps Wiz __________________ -The Wiz Current Tank Info: Elos Mini Seahorse Tank, 2500 gallon Koi pond

04/26/2009, 08:44 AM	#3
Sisterlimonpot R.C. Fraternity President Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Litchfeild Park AZ Posts: 11,490 Blog Entries: 2	*Let Me Officially* *You To Reef Central* Well, as far as sump size the bigger the better I always say. I would get something that will fit under the tank stand and at least big enough to house all your equipment (skimmer, heaters, pumps etc. If you are going Fish only (and a lot for that matter) you are going to need a good bio-filtration. And that is usually done with live rock. Since you want a lot of fish which equals a big bioload I would suggest you go with a lot of LR to handle such a large community 1-1.5 lbs per gallon. A skimmer is almost a must as well... Youâ€™re going to want one that is rated for at least twice your water volume. As far as lighting, You wonâ€™t need anything spectacular because of the fish only set upâ€¦ for that itâ€™s all preference of what you want and the color you like.. Good luck with your tank build __________________ Jimmy MASVC President Dishes are done man! Current Tank Info: 300 in progress

04/26/2009, 09:02 AM	#4
Saltdog813 Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Apollo Beach FL, Posts: 144	Thanks for all the info. Fish Wiz2 what all is needed to build this sump besides the tank. I know I can get cut glass from Lowes to go in it but like how do I set it up? Intake hoses, Bio ball box here etc etc I have a great amount of space under the tank.So space is no problem. With the dual corner flo 4 holes 2 in each rear corner what type of tubing is needed to connect from tank to sump. I have every thing for the top pluming wise the bottom is where im a lil slim. __________________ Jack Marineland 150 gallon Current Tank Info: 75 Gal Rectangle/cube Sea Horse tank, 150 Gal Marineland SW Reef

04/26/2009, 09:09 AM	#5
Sisterlimonpot R.C. Fraternity President Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Litchfeild Park AZ Posts: 11,490 Blog Entries: 2	Here you go Salty, If you're going to build a sump I would make it out of acrylic, but what was suggested as well is to get a glass tank and put baffles in it where you want. Either route you go check out this site. Marc makes everything out of acrylic but if you choose to go with a glass tank the concept is the same: http://www.melevsreef.com/allmysumps.html __________________ Jimmy MASVC President Dishes are done man! Current Tank Info: 300 in progress

05/03/2009, 09:28 AM	#6
stylolvr Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Longwood, FL Posts: 734	Hey Jack, Just found your thread. Let me know if you need any help getting everything set up! Jamie __________________ Some call it a hobby, others an obsession. I just call it good, clean fun! Current Tank Info: Acquiring equipment for a Waterbox 20 Cube mixed reef