Sump size for 120g?

Elo500 · 04/24/2016, 10:43 PM

Upgrading from 24g to 120g. What size sump/return pump? Tank is plumbed with center overflow and 2 returns. I was thinking dyi 40g breeder sump? What return pump?

Sonyardo · 04/25/2016, 05:30 AM

Assuming normal under the stand type of configuration, I would run an eheim 1262. As far as sump size goes, the bigger the better. As long as it will fit into the space that you have for it. I think the 40gal breeder tanks make for nice size sumps when you can fit them under the stand.

billdogg · 04/25/2016, 06:30 AM

My 120DT uses a 40b for the sump and an eheim 1262 as the return. The return also feeds a manifold for my reactors.

scooter31707 · 04/25/2016, 07:40 AM

I have a 30 long with mines.

JMorris271 · 04/25/2016, 09:07 AM

+40

davocean · 04/25/2016, 09:31 AM

I have a 40b and it's perfect on my 120g
Eheim 1262 is still my favorite return pump, just check your drain size to make sure what it can handle.

joshky · 04/25/2016, 09:38 AM

I have the deep blue 80g which has the same footprint as a 120 just not as tall, and I'm using essentially a 40b (Trigger Systems Tideline), and a M1 Vectra. Keep in mind that you cannot go wrong going as big as possible if you have the room/plumb it to another room like the basement.

Elo500 · 04/25/2016, 09:54 AM

Yes a 40b will fit. I'll look up dyi sump builds. Someone suggest a dc pump to be able to adjust the flow, is that not really needed ? Thanks for the replies.

Wazzel · 04/25/2016, 10:00 AM

I am using a 40 breeder and 2 sicce syncra 3.0 pumps for my 120. Together I should be getting 800-900 gph at my lift.

Hitch08 · 04/25/2016, 12:20 PM

I am also using a 40 breeder under a 120g DT. I have a Fluval SP4 as my main pump - it also feeds my refugium and two reactors. I have a second SP4 for my skimmer. I'm quite happy with the pumps.

IMHO, a DC pump is nice to have. But you can also restrict flow via plumbing.

nereefpat · 04/25/2016, 01:25 PM

125 display with 40breeder sump. Two 1" drains and a blue line external return pump. Pump is supposed to be 1100 gph.

PorkChop · 04/25/2016, 01:31 PM

On my 120 I'll be using one of these:

http://synergyreef.com/product/syner...f-cl-44-sumps/

And a EcoTech Return.

-Porkchop

04/24/2016, 10:43 PM	#1
Elo500 Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Posts: 315	Sump size for 120g? Upgrading from 24g to 120g. What size sump/return pump? Tank is plumbed with center overflow and 2 returns. I was thinking dyi 40g breeder sump? What return pump?

04/25/2016, 06:30 AM	#3
billdogg Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Grove City, Ohio Posts: 10,806	My 120DT uses a 40b for the sump and an eheim 1262 as the return. The return also feeds a manifold for my reactors. __________________ 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

04/25/2016, 09:07 AM	#5
JMorris271 Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: Foothills of SC Posts: 2,010	+40 __________________ 120 gal mixed tank. Lightly stocked now but....

04/25/2016, 09:31 AM	#6
davocean Registered Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 14,655	I have a 40b and it's perfect on my 120g Eheim 1262 is still my favorite return pump, just check your drain size to make sure what it can handle. __________________ There's a fine line between owning your tank and your tank owning you! Current Tank Info: SCA 120g RR Starfire, Tunze silence 1073.02 return, 40g sump w/ fuge, SWC Extreme 160 cone skimmer,Geismann reflexx 4xT5, 2x Panorama Pro LED strips, Vortech MP40QD

04/25/2016, 09:38 AM	#7
joshky Acros & Wrasses Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Central KY Posts: 2,546	I have the deep blue 80g which has the same footprint as a 120 just not as tall, and I'm using essentially a 40b (Trigger Systems Tideline), and a M1 Vectra. Keep in mind that you cannot go wrong going as big as possible if you have the room/plumb it to another room like the basement. __________________ Josh My 80g: http://www.reefcentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2677031

04/25/2016, 05:30 AM	#2
Sonyardo Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: OC California Posts: 522	Assuming normal under the stand type of configuration, I would run an eheim 1262. As far as sump size goes, the bigger the better. As long as it will fit into the space that you have for it. I think the 40gal breeder tanks make for nice size sumps when you can fit them under the stand.

04/25/2016, 07:40 AM	#4
scooter31707 Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: Virginia Posts: 4,971	I have a 30 long with mines.

04/25/2016, 09:54 AM	#8
Elo500 Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Posts: 315	Yes a 40b will fit. I'll look up dyi sump builds. Someone suggest a dc pump to be able to adjust the flow, is that not really needed ? Thanks for the replies.

04/25/2016, 10:00 AM	#9
Wazzel Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Houma, LA Posts: 4,743	I am using a 40 breeder and 2 sicce syncra 3.0 pumps for my 120. Together I should be getting 800-900 gph at my lift. __________________ Mark Beware the light at the end of the tunnel. Sometimes it's a train. Current Tank Info: 120, LED, Bare Bottom, SPS/LPS

04/25/2016, 12:20 PM	#10
Hitch08 Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: Philly Suburbs Posts: 665	I am also using a 40 breeder under a 120g DT. I have a Fluval SP4 as my main pump - it also feeds my refugium and two reactors. I have a second SP4 for my skimmer. I'm quite happy with the pumps. IMHO, a DC pump is nice to have. But you can also restrict flow via plumbing. __________________ 120g tank with 40g breeder sump. SVS-30 LifeReef Skimmer. EcoTech Radion Pros.

04/25/2016, 01:25 PM	#11
nereefpat Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2016 Location: Central Nebraska Posts: 3,190	125 display with 40breeder sump. Two 1" drains and a blue line external return pump. Pump is supposed to be 1100 gph. __________________ Pat Current Tank Info: 125 in-wall , 40b sump. 6 bulb T5. ASM G2 skimmer. LPS and leathers

04/25/2016, 01:31 PM	#12
PorkChop Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Lexington, Ky Posts: 161	On my 120 I'll be using one of these: http://synergyreef.com/product/syner...f-cl-44-sumps/ And a EcoTech Return. -Porkchop