Hi, I'm not sure if this post belongs here or the DIY section so any mods feel free to move it if you feel that's necessary.
So I got a used 555 liter tank (~150 US Gal) and I want to make a sump system for it. I already bought the bulkheads and the pump, but not the stand and the actual sump tank. I plan to use two 2" bulkheads and maybe one 1" for draining the tank for w/c's. All holes being on the bottom panel on the rear left corner, with standpipes and a weir covering all of them. I'm not sure exactly where to place the standpipes because I don't know if it's a weak spot or not, and if the bottom panel would hold out. Also I have 5cm of bottom bracing. The glass thickness appears to be 10mm glass all around, and the front and sides are composed of one single bent sheet (it's not common in the US I know). Another thing is, should I just cut out a hole in the stand where the fittings go? The stand will be a cabinet style with a flat top, so would it need support around the hole?
Here's the tank, it measures 184cm*50cm*60cm (or 72"*20"*24")
Here's a simple drawing to what I plan to do. I know it's crap but I think it's understandable. The drawing is to scale, the green line at the top left is 50mm (~2"). The blue lines represent the weir (to be made out of acrylic) and the locking nut of the bulkheads. The red circles represent the actual holes needed to be made in the glass. Note that there is bottom bracing at the top of the image (similar to the side and down) but it is hidden under the frame, that's why I extended the blue line over it.
So what tweaking does this setup needs? Does anything need to be moved?
I know this is alot of questions but this is my first time making a sump system and I want to get it right the first time, so if there's any more helpful insight and things I should watch out for, That would be much appreciated. Also if anything is not clear, please let me know I'll try to find a better expatiation.
So I got a used 555 liter tank (~150 US Gal) and I want to make a sump system for it. I already bought the bulkheads and the pump, but not the stand and the actual sump tank. I plan to use two 2" bulkheads and maybe one 1" for draining the tank for w/c's. All holes being on the bottom panel on the rear left corner, with standpipes and a weir covering all of them. I'm not sure exactly where to place the standpipes because I don't know if it's a weak spot or not, and if the bottom panel would hold out. Also I have 5cm of bottom bracing. The glass thickness appears to be 10mm glass all around, and the front and sides are composed of one single bent sheet (it's not common in the US I know). Another thing is, should I just cut out a hole in the stand where the fittings go? The stand will be a cabinet style with a flat top, so would it need support around the hole?
Here's the tank, it measures 184cm*50cm*60cm (or 72"*20"*24")
Here's a simple drawing to what I plan to do. I know it's crap but I think it's understandable. The drawing is to scale, the green line at the top left is 50mm (~2"). The blue lines represent the weir (to be made out of acrylic) and the locking nut of the bulkheads. The red circles represent the actual holes needed to be made in the glass. Note that there is bottom bracing at the top of the image (similar to the side and down) but it is hidden under the frame, that's why I extended the blue line over it.
So what tweaking does this setup needs? Does anything need to be moved?
I know this is alot of questions but this is my first time making a sump system and I want to get it right the first time, so if there's any more helpful insight and things I should watch out for, That would be much appreciated. Also if anything is not clear, please let me know I'll try to find a better expatiation.