300 gallon setup/sump build

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So the tank is finally ordered. I figured i could use the time to start picking up supplies and run some things buy you guys.

The tank is 96x30x24 2 internal overflows. Bulkheads are 2x 1.5 inch drains, 1 inch return per overflow.

The sump is 72x18x18 with two 7 inch sock holder on each end. The plumbing set up is going to be a mix of ragin_cajun ragin_cajun and J Jc1119 sumps

Im going to match the pumps to my E-drain but want you guys to check my math before i order them. Im gonna go with what i know nd stick with the jebao dct pumps.

So if my math is correct based on the attached pics.

I would be able to stick with the jebao dct 12000 x2 on setting 3
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Maxflow 3170gph x .42 (3rd setting) = 1331 gph

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1.5 gravity drain 1400gph

Want to order the pumps and pond boxes tonight
 
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Don't forget about head height when making your calculations. On setting 3 it will put out 1331gph but that's at 0' head height. If you add 4-5' of head height then you could easily be down around the 650-750gph range.

The pump seems like it should work out well and leave room for more flow if you ever end up needing it.
 
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Congrats on ordering the new tank! I agree with Travis about taking in consideration the head pressure of your returns. With the DCT 12000's you should have plenty of adjustment to increase the flow if the E drains allow it. Once it's all set up you can play with it to find out exactly what setting to be on that the E drains can handle. Excited to see this project get going!
 
Fish Tank Travis said:
Don't forget about head height when making your calculations. On setting 3 it will put out 1331gph but that's at 0' head height. If you add 4-5' of head height then you could easily be down around the 650-750gph range.

The pump seems like it should work out well and leave room for more flow if you ever end up needing it.
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slippery slimecoat said:
Congrats on ordering the new tank! I agree with Travis about taking in consideration the head pressure of your returns. With the DCT 12000's you should have plenty of adjustment to increase the flow if the E drains allow it. Once it's all set up you can play with it to find out exactly what setting to be on that the E drains can handle. Excited to see this project get going!
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Can wither of you explain how these charts work...feel stupid that i dont know but it aint the first time lol

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Ordered the back round from today from universal rocks. Having it shipped to midwest customs to install...one less thing i'll have to deal with.
 
I believe the vertical numbers in the graph represent your head height in meters. The horizontal numbers are liters per hour. So as an example, the DCT12000 at 1.5M of head would have approx 8,000 lph of pressure... if I'm reading the chart correctly.
 
Geez how do ya figure out what you would get gph wise since there are different settings ? Im assuming the graph shows headloss for the highest setting
 
Yeah its about 2110 gallons or something
 
Mayne i should get the dct 15000. I wanna be able to run these pumps on the lower end of the spectrum.
 
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