Return Manifold

db1317 · 04/20/2012, 07:52 AM

I'm feeding 2 - TLF media reactors with a maxi-jet 1200 and would possibly like to setup a manifold. I have a 75G tank w/ a mag-7 return pump. My return line is 3/4" vinyl tubing. Rather than build a pvc manifold, would I be able to use 3/4" hose barb tees in-line on the return tubing to feed the reactors?

billdogg · 04/20/2012, 08:45 AM

yes, but you will need to but in ball/gate valves to regulate flow. You may find it easier to make the manifold out of standard pvc and then use the hose barbs to connect to it that way.

04/20/2012, 07:52 AM	#1
db1317 Registered Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Posts: 84	Return Manifold I'm feeding 2 - TLF media reactors with a maxi-jet 1200 and would possibly like to setup a manifold. I have a 75G tank w/ a mag-7 return pump. My return line is 3/4" vinyl tubing. Rather than build a pvc manifold, would I be able to use 3/4" hose barb tees in-line on the return tubing to feed the reactors?

04/20/2012, 08:45 AM	#2
billdogg Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Grove City, Ohio Posts: 10,806	yes, but you will need to but in ball/gate valves to regulate flow. You may find it easier to make the manifold out of standard pvc and then use the hose barbs to connect to it that way. __________________ I'll try to be nice if you try to be smarter! I can't help that I grow older, but you can't make me grow up! Current Tank Info: 120 mixed reef with 40b sump, RO 150 skimmer, AI Sol Blue x 2, and a 60g Frag Tank with 100g rubbermaid sump. 2 x Kessil A360w lights, BM curve 5 skimmer