how do i figure out what size of a sump, i need for my tank
OR what would be a good size for a 300 gallon fish tank?
OR what would be a good size for a 300 gallon fish tank?
how big?
- Thread starter ozzy_19877
- Start date
I've always heard that the sump should be 1/3 the tank volume... although these "rules of thumb" are usually very vague...
A 55 gal should be "big enough" to hold plenty of media as well as the additional water when you turn the pump off... but as most things with aquariums... the bigger the better...
A 55 gal should be "big enough" to hold plenty of media as well as the additional water when you turn the pump off... but as most things with aquariums... the bigger the better...
ozzy_19877;2582489; said:
HI NEWBIE.....I would have to say 75-100g sump....Even on a big tank, I still rely on HOB(Hang On Back) filters to maintain the mechanical filtration.....Two AC101's will do a good job of circulation and mechanical filtration..
all depends on what you plan to keep in it
1/5-1/3 the size and 3-7 turnovers are average.. no way to say "this is what you need" without knowing whats going to be in the tank..
1/5-1/3 the size and 3-7 turnovers are average.. no way to say "this is what you need" without knowing whats going to be in the tank..