Dual External DC pumps to replace Reeflo Hammerhead?

Jeff000 · 02/11/2014, 08:57 PM

Right now I am running a Reeflo Hammerhead return pump, it is choked about 10% and then hits a T then a 90 on each end. And it is about 2 meters (6') from the pump to the T.

I have no idea what that translates to for flow. But has to be at least 3000gph into the tank.

I feel that this is a good amount of flow.

But this pump is just too loud. I think a pair of DC pumps would be a much better fit. They would feed from their own pipes into the return section of my sump.
Both pumps would basically go straight up into the tank, would be 90 over the edge and then 45 down into the tank.
One pump would need the inlet piped across the tank, but that shouldn't effect much if anything right? Just up size the pipe.

Is this possible to still get the flow I want/need? What pumps should I be looking at? Looking for cost effective.

Jeff000 · 02/12/2014, 03:33 PM

I'll need enough extra to supply my reactors too I guess.

gcarroll · 02/12/2014, 03:41 PM

Fluval Sea SP6 would be a fine replacement.
http://www.marinedepot.com/Fluval_Se...WPSBFT-vi.html

Jeff000 · 02/12/2014, 09:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gcarroll

Fluval Sea SP6 would be a fine replacement.
http://www.marinedepot.com/Fluval_Se...WPSBFT-vi.html

That's not DC though. I guess DC or not isn't a deal breaker, as long as the new pumps are quiet.

ksed · 02/13/2014, 03:31 AM

Unless you want to control the flow of the pump, there isn't much gains in DC as the Fluval pumps are just as efficient and are very quiet. As Gcarroll mention go with the SP6.

Jeff000 · 02/13/2014, 12:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ksed

Unless you want to control the flow of the pump, there isn't much gains in DC as the Fluval pumps are just as efficient and are very quiet. As Gcarroll mention go with the SP6.

Do you know where I can find a flow chart on it? Trying to see about how many gph will be making it into the tank at my head. All the numbers seem to just be at 0 head.

Is it best to get into my tank with 1 1/4 pipe or upsize it to 2" like I have with my hammerhead?

sirreal63 · 02/13/2014, 02:42 PM

http://www.fluvalaquatics.com/ca/sal...ies/sp-series/

Looks like about 2000gph at 6'

02/11/2014, 08:57 PM	#1
Jeff000 Electrician Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Canada Posts: 1,653	Dual External DC pumps to replace Reeflo Hammerhead? Right now I am running a Reeflo Hammerhead return pump, it is choked about 10% and then hits a T then a 90 on each end. And it is about 2 meters (6') from the pump to the T. I have no idea what that translates to for flow. But has to be at least 3000gph into the tank. I feel that this is a good amount of flow. But this pump is just too loud. I think a pair of DC pumps would be a much better fit. They would feed from their own pipes into the return section of my sump. Both pumps would basically go straight up into the tank, would be 90 over the edge and then 45 down into the tank. One pump would need the inlet piped across the tank, but that shouldn't effect much if anything right? Just up size the pipe. Is this possible to still get the flow I want/need? What pumps should I be looking at? Looking for cost effective.

02/12/2014, 03:41 PM	#3
gcarroll Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Orange, CA Posts: 9,666	Fluval Sea SP6 would be a fine replacement. http://www.marinedepot.com/Fluval_Se...WPSBFT-vi.html __________________ Greg Carroll I will be at REEF-A-PALOOZA! SPS = Stability Promotes Success Be wary of advice coming from those who will not show you the fruits of their success! Current Tank Info: building: 250g AGE Euro tank, Abyzz A200, Vertex Supra-G filtration, Ecotech Radion Pro LEDs, ...

02/13/2014, 02:42 PM	#7
sirreal63 Go Spurs Go!!! Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Meadowlakes Texas Posts: 13,357	http://www.fluvalaquatics.com/ca/sal...ies/sp-series/ Looks like about 2000gph at 6' __________________ Jack No One has ever been seriously injured by using the search function. Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms should be a convenience store, not a government agency. Current Tank Info: Reefing the Pentagon.

02/12/2014, 03:33 PM	#2
Jeff000 Electrician Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Canada Posts: 1,653	I'll need enough extra to supply my reactors too I guess.

02/13/2014, 03:31 AM	#5
ksed Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Posts: 1,867	Unless you want to control the flow of the pump, there isn't much gains in DC as the Fluval pumps are just as efficient and are very quiet. As Gcarroll mention go with the SP6.