Sump selection for a 125 gal

vitodog · 04/16/2013, 08:16 PM

I'm having a 125 gal (48x30x20) rimless/braceless tank built, with a 24" coast to coast (1500 gph) overflow. Will a Trigger Systems Ruby 36" sump work for me?

The dimensions of the sump are; 36X15X16. The total water volume of the sump is 34.5 gal and the operating water volume is 23.4 gal.

If this sump won't work, any suggestions for another sump?

vitodog · 04/17/2013, 05:54 AM

Anyone? I really could use a little help on this one.

lcs · 04/17/2013, 06:04 AM

I'm in the same dilemma except mine is a standard 125 so I'll only have 17" to play with uder the stand front to back. You could get a 40 breeder - Petco is having they're $1/gallon sale right now - and build your own.

The Trigger system might work for me. I was going to build my own, but I can't decide on size.

Huntor0 · 04/17/2013, 06:24 AM

I debated the Trigger Systems Ruby sumps and nearly bought one, then Nextreef introduced their newer open floorplan sump and I opted for one of those. In either case I thing the standard water volumes of both models would be fine for your setup.

fishgate · 04/17/2013, 07:13 AM

40B is the best choice. I suspect it is WAY cheaper. You can build it for under $100.

Clownin Aroun · 04/17/2013, 07:59 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by vitodog

I'm having a 125 gal (48x30x20) rimless/braceless tank built, with a 24" coast to coast (1500 gph) overflow. Will a Trigger Systems Ruby 36" sump work for me?

The dimensions of the sump are; 36X15X16. The total water volume of the sump is 34.5 gal and the operating water volume is 23.4 gal.

If this sump won't work, any suggestions for another sump?

Yes a ruby 36 will work wonders......sometimes there is nothing nicer then a beautiful sump under your beautiful tank. I find the nicer your sump is the nicer and cleaner you will keep it!!! I had a TS 36 for my old 120 gallon and it was perfect! Check out my new sump and youll know what im talking about!

http://reefcentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2276267

vitodog · 04/17/2013, 01:15 PM

Thanks everyone for the help. I'm breathing a little easier now.
Clownin Aroun, I followed your "My New Sump" thread from the first day. I have to say, your EA sump is one of the best I have seen on RC. In fact, after viewing your thread, I was a little upset that I had already purchased my current sump. Right after viewing your thread I immediately ordered the 3 part reservoir from EA. My new tank should be delivered sometime in the next week or two, so, I guess i'll just run a test when it gets here. Thanks again everyone.

maddmaxx · 04/17/2013, 01:26 PM

i used a 55g aquarium as a sump under my 125g for 8yrs...

maddmaxx · 04/17/2013, 01:29 PM

if your have the room under the stand that will fit the width of a 40B as a sump, i would just look at a 75 or something like that. with sumps. bigger is always better, especially since you have a larger display tank...but if you have to stick with the dimensions like the sump you suggested, i would look into a 55. i had more then enough room for my skimmer..had a huge fuge in it then my return section....

vitodog · 04/17/2013, 02:32 PM

Thanks maddmaxx. I had already purchased the 36" TS sump while I was waiting for the tank to be built. Obviously, I thought this sump would be fine for the 125, however, I received a call from the tank builder a few days ago, basically to tell me my tank is just about ready for shipping but he wanted to know what sump I would be using and when I told him, he thought I might need a bigger sump and in any case thought it would be very close. His major concern was when the pumps are turned off (maintenance, power failure etc) and thought this would flood my stand. Anyway, thanks for your advise/help.

degibson84 · 04/17/2013, 02:45 PM

the trigger systems are nice but i decided to go with an Eshopps to save some money

Drew707 · 04/18/2013, 02:33 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Clownin Aroun

" I find the nicer your sump is the nicer and cleaner you will keep it!!"

http://reefcentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2276267

So true!

vitodog · 04/18/2013, 02:14 PM

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Originally Posted by Drew707

So true!

So Drew707, what are you using for your 120?

Drew707 · 04/19/2013, 01:57 AM

Actually I just got in 4 days ago the trigger systems ruby 36 gotta say its a sweet sump..used to run a 40 breeder and ill tell ya what...I wont let this baby get like the breeder!! I would recommend this for ur 125g..but make sure ur skimmer will fit!

vitodog · 04/19/2013, 05:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Drew707

Actually I just got in 4 days ago the trigger systems ruby 36 gotta say its a sweet sump..used to run a 40 breeder and ill tell ya what...I wont let this baby get like the breeder!! I would recommend this for ur 125g..but make sure ur skimmer will fit!

Thanks Drew707, I'm started to breath easier, minute by minute.

04/16/2013, 08:16 PM	#1
vitodog Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Albuquerque, New Mexico Posts: 1,226	Sump selection for a 125 gal I'm having a 125 gal (48x30x20) rimless/braceless tank built, with a 24" coast to coast (1500 gph) overflow. Will a Trigger Systems Ruby 36" sump work for me? The dimensions of the sump are; 36X15X16. The total water volume of the sump is 34.5 gal and the operating water volume is 23.4 gal. If this sump won't work, any suggestions for another sump? __________________ Current Tank Info: 124.7 gal. Reef Savvy D/T, Trigger Systems 36" sump, Octo Elite 150-S, GHL Mitras LX7 x 3, Profilux3, Masterflex 7550-30 Peristaltic pump, Vector M1 return Pump, MP40w QD x 2

04/17/2013, 05:54 AM	#2
vitodog Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Albuquerque, New Mexico Posts: 1,226	Anyone? I really could use a little help on this one. __________________ Current Tank Info: 124.7 gal. Reef Savvy D/T, Trigger Systems 36" sump, Octo Elite 150-S, GHL Mitras LX7 x 3, Profilux3, Masterflex 7550-30 Peristaltic pump, Vector M1 return Pump, MP40w QD x 2

04/17/2013, 07:13 AM	#5
fishgate Registered Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Damascus, MD Posts: 3,340	40B is the best choice. I suspect it is WAY cheaper. You can build it for under $100. __________________ 125RR in-wall, 40B Sump, CS180 BM Skimmer, ATI 4x80 watt, eheim 1262, custom wrap around rock wall, ReefKeeper Elite 120g in-wall, 40B Sump, PC 54wx4, Jabao DC-6000 (full siphon), future seahorse t Current Tank Info: 125g, 120g, 2x40b sumps, ATI 4x80 T5HO

04/17/2013, 01:15 PM	#7
vitodog Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Albuquerque, New Mexico Posts: 1,226	Thanks everyone for the help. I'm breathing a little easier now. Clownin Aroun, I followed your "My New Sump" thread from the first day. I have to say, your EA sump is one of the best I have seen on RC. In fact, after viewing your thread, I was a little upset that I had already purchased my current sump. Right after viewing your thread I immediately ordered the 3 part reservoir from EA. My new tank should be delivered sometime in the next week or two, so, I guess i'll just run a test when it gets here. Thanks again everyone. __________________ Current Tank Info: 124.7 gal. Reef Savvy D/T, Trigger Systems 36" sump, Octo Elite 150-S, GHL Mitras LX7 x 3, Profilux3, Masterflex 7550-30 Peristaltic pump, Vector M1 return Pump, MP40w QD x 2

04/17/2013, 01:26 PM	#8
maddmaxx Registered Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Jersey Shore Posts: 3,003	i used a 55g aquarium as a sump under my 125g for 8yrs... __________________ One Life One Shot Current Tank Info: 40B Mixed reef

04/17/2013, 06:04 AM	#3
lcs It's Spring!!!!!!! Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Brockport, NY Posts: 1,370	I'm in the same dilemma except mine is a standard 125 so I'll only have 17" to play with uder the stand front to back. You could get a 40 breeder - Petco is having they're $1/gallon sale right now - and build your own. The Trigger system might work for me. I was going to build my own, but I can't decide on size.

04/17/2013, 06:24 AM	#4
Huntor0 Registered Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Orlando,FL Posts: 164	I debated the Trigger Systems Ruby sumps and nearly bought one, then Nextreef introduced their newer open floorplan sump and I opted for one of those. In either case I thing the standard water volumes of both models would be fine for your setup.

04/17/2013, 01:29 PM	#9
maddmaxx Registered Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Jersey Shore Posts: 3,003	if your have the room under the stand that will fit the width of a 40B as a sump, i would just look at a 75 or something like that. with sumps. bigger is always better, especially since you have a larger display tank...but if you have to stick with the dimensions like the sump you suggested, i would look into a 55. i had more then enough room for my skimmer..had a huge fuge in it then my return section.... __________________ One Life One Shot Current Tank Info: 40B Mixed reef

04/17/2013, 02:32 PM	#10
vitodog Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Albuquerque, New Mexico Posts: 1,226	Thanks maddmaxx. I had already purchased the 36" TS sump while I was waiting for the tank to be built. Obviously, I thought this sump would be fine for the 125, however, I received a call from the tank builder a few days ago, basically to tell me my tank is just about ready for shipping but he wanted to know what sump I would be using and when I told him, he thought I might need a bigger sump and in any case thought it would be very close. His major concern was when the pumps are turned off (maintenance, power failure etc) and thought this would flood my stand. Anyway, thanks for your advise/help. __________________ Current Tank Info: 124.7 gal. Reef Savvy D/T, Trigger Systems 36" sump, Octo Elite 150-S, GHL Mitras LX7 x 3, Profilux3, Masterflex 7550-30 Peristaltic pump, Vector M1 return Pump, MP40w QD x 2

04/17/2013, 02:45 PM	#11
degibson84 Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Youngstown, OH Posts: 2,393	the trigger systems are nice but i decided to go with an Eshopps to save some money

04/19/2013, 01:57 AM	#14
Drew707 Registered Member Join Date: May 2012 Location: fairfield ca Posts: 285	Actually I just got in 4 days ago the trigger systems ruby 36 gotta say its a sweet sump..used to run a 40 breeder and ill tell ya what...I wont let this baby get like the breeder!! I would recommend this for ur 125g..but make sure ur skimmer will fit! __________________ Hold the lemon.. ill take salt with my water thanx Current Tank Info: 55 breeder mixed reef