Sump size

DeadReply · 03/30/2011, 05:10 AM

Hi all
how to know, which dimension of sump i need if i have a tank 140g tank.

Sugar Magnolia · 03/30/2011, 06:10 AM

You want to go with the largest size you can fit under the stand.

redsoxfan692 · 03/30/2011, 06:12 AM

I would say either a 40gal breeder or a 55gal standard. Some will say the 40gal breeder will offer more volume than the 55gal standard. I'm going with a 55 on a 180 but I'm of the persuasion that a sump can't be too big. If it fits under the stand then go for it. You'll just need to check the equipment footprints (skimmers etc) to make sure you have enough room for all of it. There are plenty of varying opinions on this and I'm sure others will chime in on this soon.

DeadReply · 03/30/2011, 07:28 AM

and about a refugium , need or not ?

Uncle Salty 05 · 03/30/2011, 09:28 AM

Need a refugium? No
Are they beneficial? Absolutely
They help with nutrient export and de-nitrification, and are very cool to watch.

03/30/2011, 05:10 AM	#1
DeadReply Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Posts: 38	Sump size Hi all how to know, which dimension of sump i need if i have a tank 140g tank.

03/30/2011, 06:10 AM	#2
Sugar Magnolia Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Northern VA Posts: 17,691	You want to go with the largest size you can fit under the stand. __________________ Adrienne The only thing to fear is fear itself....and spiders.

03/30/2011, 09:28 AM	#5
Uncle Salty 05 Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: South Florida Posts: 3,799	Need a refugium? No Are they beneficial? Absolutely They help with nutrient export and de-nitrification, and are very cool to watch. __________________ In all that I endure, of one thing I am sure. Knowledge and reason, change like the season. A jester's promenade. - Kerry Livgren Current Tank Info: 180 gal reef tank with dual attached refugiums 20 long and 10 gallon. Plus 55 gallon True Percula breeding tank.

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03/30/2011, 06:12 AM	#3
redsoxfan692 Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Posts: 42	I would say either a 40gal breeder or a 55gal standard. Some will say the 40gal breeder will offer more volume than the 55gal standard. I'm going with a 55 on a 180 but I'm of the persuasion that a sump can't be too big. If it fits under the stand then go for it. You'll just need to check the equipment footprints (skimmers etc) to make sure you have enough room for all of it. There are plenty of varying opinions on this and I'm sure others will chime in on this soon.

03/30/2011, 07:28 AM	#4
DeadReply Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Posts: 38	and about a refugium , need or not ?